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2022 BMW 7 Series: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 BMW 7 Series is a true carryover with no major product changes. It is the final year of the facelifted sixth-generation model before the all-new 2023 redesign.
About the 2022 BMW 7 Series
Sixth generation (G12 U.S.-market long-wheelbase form), final model year after the 2020 refresh.
BMW positions the 7 Series as its full-size luxury sedan for buyers who want flagship comfort, rear-seat space, and advanced technology without giving up a distinctly BMW driving feel. The model’s core appeal is long-distance quietness, rich cabin materials, smooth and powerful engines, and a more driver-focused personality than many big luxury sedans. In 2022, that identity stretches from a smooth turbo six to a plug-in hybrid, a strong V8, and two ultra-premium range-toppers.
The 2022 lineup ranges from the smooth six-cylinder 740i and all-wheel-drive 740i xDrive to the plug-in-hybrid 745e xDrive. The 750i xDrive adds V8 power and Nappa leather, while the ALPINA B7 pairs a specially tuned V8 with air suspension and massaging front seats. At the top, the M760i xDrive combines a V12 with four-wheel steering and heated, ventilated seating in both rows.
2022 BMW 7 Series specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter | V12, Twin Turbo, 6.6 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | 13 mpg | 17 mpg | |
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg | 27 mpg | 24 mpg | 20 mpg | 24 mpg | |
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 335 hp | 389 hp | 600 hp | 600 hp | 600 hp |
| Torque | 331 lb-ft | 331 lb-ft | 77 lb-ft | 590 lb-ft | 627 lb-ft | 627 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 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 17 | |||||
| MPGe Combined | 56 | |||||
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| 360 Camera | ||||||
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| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||
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| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
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| Massage Front Seat | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||
| Ventilated Rear Seats | ||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2022 BMW 7 Series?
Nothing significant changed for the 2022 BMW 7 Series. Its powertrains, styling, safety equipment, cabin technology, chassis, and suspension carried over from 2021.
Was the 2022 BMW 7 Series redesigned?
No, the 2022 BMW 7 Series was not redesigned. It continued the facelifted sixth-generation design introduced for 2020, with the full redesign arriving for 2023.
Is the 2022 BMW 7 Series meaningfully different from the 2021 model?
No, the 2022 BMW 7 Series is not meaningfully different from the 2021 model. BMW made no significant lineup-wide changes to its engines, styling, safety features, technology, or chassis.
Which powertrains did the 2022 BMW 7 Series have?
The 2022 BMW 7 Series lineup included six-cylinder 740i models, the plug-in-hybrid 745e xDrive, the V8-powered 750i xDrive and ALPINA B7, and the V12-powered M760i xDrive. Most versions had all-wheel drive, while the standard 740i used rear-wheel drive.
Was 2022 the final year of this BMW 7 Series generation?
Yes, 2022 was the final model year of the sixth-generation BMW 7 Series in the U.S. The all-new seventh-generation model followed for 2023.
2022 BMW 7 Series Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 BMW 7 Series.
4.4
2022 BMW 7 Series
(239 reviews)
“Extremely comfortable, good looking and a fine performer. A bit too long. Think the 5 series about the right size.”
“It's the best car on the road. It's innovative, fun to drive and full of luxury!”