Crash Test
Not Tested
Source NHTSA
MPG (up to)
13 -17 City / 20 -23 HWY
Horsepower
282 -326
Seats
4 -5
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Samantha K
This vehicle although comfortable, when traveling with children, great on gas.
This is the second BMW 740i that I have had in a row, and I liked the classic luxury sedan best. My second / current 740i is a sport version, and I can feel the difference, it drives less smooth, and feels less luxury. If I were to buy another one, I would definitely choose the original 740i model, without sport enhancements.
accountCircle amelia s
The 7 series has the most comfortable seats i've ever sat in. They have lumbar support and cushion and headrest tilt. Even the back seat is so roomy and comfy
I love the 7 series BMW.....Roomy, smooth rides, you need to keep up on the maintenance for them to last.
accountCircle Jessica M
Fast Car, smooth ride, plenty of room
Smooth riding, fast car, low to the ground comfortable to ride in. I love that the seat belts are opposite to normal makes it easier for a child's car Seat the best feature is the automatic windows on all windows in the car. The mileage could be better but not bad for a bigger sedan
accountCircle Kenneth L
Class Never Goes Out of Style.
Reliable, great performance, powerful, roomy, great sound system, good on gas especially on the highway. Classy looking car. Power seats, door locks, moonroof, cruise control, power seats, tinted windows. Power door locks, touring package, smooth riding vehicle
accountCircle Mapenzi
Best car I've ever owned!
Bought my 740iL 18 years new 2 weeks ago, and other than minor cosmetics and a wheel alignment, it runs like new. All the motors work for the sunroof, seats, side view mirrors and steering wheel.I have owned 13 Volkswagons over the course of my life, and I think those were preparing me to drive this. When they say it is the ultimate driving machine, please believe them. This is way more fun than a VW, and being 6ft tall, there is enough room for first class seating.
accountCircle Darnell Whitman
Maintenance
2001 750il sport package// a must in routine maintenance. It’s like you take care of it. It does the same with you. Heater hose was my biggest problem. As for performance. There’s nothing like it. Top quality ride. And Comfort.The V12 model is super quick and crazy fast. I believe still it’s From 99-01. Was the best performance models. Long trips are fun. (If maintenance is up to date.). You have to commit yourself to one if going to purchase. Parts are not cheep. (Recommended getting into a BMW CLUB) for cheaper maintenance cost. It really is the ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE.
accountCircle Costie
Queit engine
Yes if you can afford the Maintenance. Overall a fine Automobile to weekend travel.
accountCircle Christopher G
Why I like my 2001 BMW 7 series.
I love my car. Besides it being older and needing some cosmetic repairs inside it is great. I get great gas mileage. Right around 30 miles a gallon. My car is room roomy and luxurious. Besides being able to drive over 500 miles on a full tank of gas it does not hesitate to sit you back in your seat if you press the gas pedal to hard. Overall, BMW did a pretty good job with my 740il.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Allie B
My BMW that I bought to take to school.
It is just really old and run down. It makes a weird noise when I drive it and the gas mileage is bad. It is rusty and does not drive well in the winter. We bought it in bad shape but that is probably because it is 18 years old. It is just a car for college so it is not the worst thing in the world it is just not a good car in general.
accountCircle Kathy B
Literally, falling apart.
There are things, literally, falling off of the car and breaking without being touched. The front turn light fell out and was hanging by a wire. The ashtray on the driver's side rear door broke and no one ever used it. The slide out cup holder mechanism, when slightly tapped, flew completely out and we can't get it back in. The front BMW emblem has come off at least twice. The window mechanisms have broken on two different windows. That's all I can recall off hand but I'm sure I could list more.

BMW 7 Series Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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740iA
282 HP 20-20 MPG 5 Seats
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740iL
282 HP 20-20 MPG 4 Seats
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750iL
326 HP 17-17 MPG 4 Seats
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2001 BMW 7 Series Owner Reviews

4.07
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5 stars 43%
4 stars 43%
3 stars 0%
2 stars 7%
1 star 7%
accountCircle Darnell Whitman on March 1, 2021
Maintenance
2001 750il sport package// a must in routine maintenance. It’s like you take care of it. It does the same with you. Heater hose was my biggest problem. As for performance. There’s nothing like it. Top quality ride. And Comfort.The V12 model is super quick and crazy fast. I believe still it’s From 99-01. Was the best performance models. Long trips are fun. (If maintenance is up to date.). You have to commit yourself to one if going to purchase. Parts are not cheep. (Recommended getting into a BMW CLUB) for cheaper maintenance cost. It really is the ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE.
accountCircle Kevin C on January 12, 2021
Bang for your buck, luxury on a budget.
Extremely comfortable and roomy. Smooth riding. Luxurious. Lots of power. Plenty of trunk space. Cold air conditioning. Very reliable. Great value. I enjoy taking this car on long road trips as well as just cruising around town. Decent gas mileage for a v8.

Ranks #4 Luxury Large Cars by Owners

The 2001 BMW 7 Series has an average owner rating of 4.07 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 5 other Luxury Large Cars.

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Ranks #2 Luxury Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2001 BMW 7 Series has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #2 of 6 other Luxury Large Cars.

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Safety & Reliability

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety