Inspired both by the urge to do good as well as best long-time arch rival the S-Class, the forthcoming 2013 BMW 7 Series means to break all standards consumers might hold for the luxury full-size sedan segment.

Performance

- The 740i, 740Li, 750i and 750Li all get a substantial boost in power
- All 7 Series models now come with an intelligent 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission, Auto Start-Stop, Brake Energy Regeneration, and second-gen Driving Dynamics Control with ECO PRO mode
- ActiveHybrid 7 gains an all-new powertrain

Luxury

- New iDrive navigation system adds three-dimensional elements - revised menu makes it easier to use
- First-class Bang & Olufsen surround sound system now available

Safety

- New Enhanced Active Cruise Control System comes standard
- Expanded BMW Active Protection System comes standard
- BMW Parking Assistant now available
- xDrive all-wheel drive now available for the 740Li
- LED headlights (standard on 760i and 760Li) now available on all 7 Series models

When will the 2013 BMW 7 Series be available?

Starting late summer 2012. Except for the 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7… That will be available, starting in early fall.

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