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2017 BMW 7 Series: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The most important change for the 2017 BMW 7 Series is the arrival of the 740e xDrive plug-in hybrid. This is a lineup-expansion year rather than a redesign, with three other models joining and the Display Key becoming standard across the regular range.
About the 2017 BMW 7 Series
6th gen (G12 long-wheelbase U.S. sedan), second year; major lineup-expansion year.
The 2017 BMW 7 Series is BMW’s full-size luxury sedan for buyers who want limousine-level comfort without giving up a strong driver focus. BMW markets this generation around lightweight Carbon Core construction, advanced cabin tech, intuitive controls, and a smoother yet still athletic driving experience. Compared with rivals, the 7 Series leans harder into road feel, steering response, and tech-forward features while still delivering the quiet ride, rear-seat space, and prestige expected in this class.
The 2017 lineup stretches from the comfort-focused six-cylinder 740i to the V8-powered 750i, with air suspension and a touchscreen navigation system helping define the regular models. The new 740e xDrive adds electric driving and all-wheel drive, while the 600-hp ALPINA B7 and 601-hp V12 M760i xDrive bring two distinct high-performance takes on BMW’s full-size luxury sedan.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
BMW added four models: the 740e xDrive plug-in hybrid, the six-cylinder 740i xDrive with all-wheel drive, the 600-hp ALPINA B7 xDrive, and the 601-hp V12-powered M760i xDrive.
Tech
The Display Key became standard across the regular 7 Series range.
2017 BMW 7 Series specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 3.0L | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4L | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, TT, 3.0L | 6-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 3.0L | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4L | V12, Twin Turbo, 6.6L | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4L |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Sport MM | Auto, 8-Spd Sport MM | Auto, 8-Spd Steptronic MM | Auto, 8-Spd Sport MM | Auto, 8-Spd Sport MM | Auto, 8-Spd Sport MM | Auto, 8-Spd Sport MM |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 17 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | 13 mpg | 16 mpg | |
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg | 26 mpg | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | 24 mpg | |
| Horsepower | 320 hp | 445 hp | 322 hp | 320 hp | 445 hp | 601 hp | 600 hp |
| Torque | 332 lb-ft | 479 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 332 lb-ft | 479 lb-ft | 590 lb-ft | 590 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 18.2 cu-ft | 18.2 cu-ft | 14.8 cu-ft | 18.2 cu-ft | 18.2 cu-ft | 18.2 cu-ft | |
| Rear Legroom | 44.4 in | 44.4 in | 44.4 in | 44.4 in | 44.4 in | 44.4 in | 44.4 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 14 | ||||||
| MPGe Combined | 64 | ||||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||||
| Adaptive Headlights | |||||||
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| Automatic High Beams | |||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||||
| Hill Descent Control | |||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||||
| Park Assist | |||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||
| 360 Camera | |||||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||||
| Fog Lights | |||||||
| LED Headlights | |||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||||
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| Head-Up Display | |||||||
| Navigation System | |||||||
| Premium Audio | |||||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||||
| Leather Interior Trim | |||||||
| Leather Seats | |||||||
| Massage Front Seat | |||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | |||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||||
| Ventilated Rear Seats | |||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 BMW 7 Series a redesign?
No. The 2017 7 Series is the second year of the sixth generation, so its main story is an expanded model range rather than a new design or broad styling refresh.
What is the biggest difference between the 2017 and 2016 BMW 7 Series?
The biggest difference is the wider 2017 lineup, led by the new 740e xDrive plug-in hybrid. The 740i xDrive, ALPINA B7 xDrive, and M760i xDrive also joined for 2017, and the Display Key became standard across the regular range.
Does the 2017 BMW 7 Series have a plug-in hybrid model?
Yes. The 740e xDrive joined the lineup for 2017 with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, an electric motor, all-wheel drive, and driving modes for managing electric and gasoline power.
Which high-performance BMW 7 Series models were added for 2017?
The ALPINA B7 xDrive and M760i xDrive were added for 2017. The ALPINA uses a 600-hp V8 with ALPINA-specific chassis tuning, while the M760i uses a 601-hp V12 and a more performance-focused factory setup.
Is a 2017 BMW 7 Series worth considering over a 2016 model?
Yes, if you want one of the models introduced for 2017 or the standard Display Key. If you are comparing similar 740i, 750i, or 750i xDrive models, the year-to-year changes are otherwise limited because there was no redesign or broad safety and styling update.
2017 BMW 7 Series Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 BMW 7 Series.
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