BMW 7 series 2001 E65/E66
After driving with the "seventh" of this generation, you don't want to sit in others anymore - very comfortable, every ride brings pleasure until you just want to drive aimlessly, the engine is powerful and at the same time economical after chipping - 6.2 l can be squeezed out of town, on average 8.5. Enjoy the fact that there is no need to stress about overtaking the column on the track - in ...
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This generation of BMW 7 series E65/E66 has been produced from November, 2001 to April, 2005. We can provide information about 10 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with classical rear wheel drive.
This BMW is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 3.0 to 6.0 litres and power of from 231 to 445 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement from 3.0 to 3.9 litres and power of from 218 to 259 horsepower.
The car is available with only with automatic gearbox.
BMW 7 series 2001 E65/E66 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 11 to 14 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 8.5 to 9.7 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient BMW 7 series 2001 E65/E66 petrol engine version is BMW 730i, consuming 11 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient BMW 7 series 2001 E65/E66 diesel - BMW 730d for 100 kilometers consumes 8.5 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, BMW 7 series real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 11 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +15% for petrol engines and +7% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific BMW 7 series modification.
BMW 7 series 2001 E65/E66 CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 257 to 330 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 227 to 259 grams per kilometer. From BMW 7 series with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has BMW 730i which produces an average of 257 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the BMW 7 series diesels least CO2 distributes BMW 730d - 227 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 5.5 seconds has BMW 760i version, conversely the tardiest one is BMW 730Li reaching this speed only in 8.3 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 3.6 petrol 272 hp version (BMW 735i) and 6 other versions.
Lenght of BMW 7 series is 509 cm, it is large car. For comparison - BMW 7 series is about 17 cm longer than Audi A6 sedan. BMW 7 series gross weight is from 2370 to 2670 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 13 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. BMW 7 series trunk space is 500 litres.
This BMW is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 4600 €. According to user reviews, average BMW 7 series repair costs are 290 € per year. Users calculated BMW 7 series 2001 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3100 € cost per year and 0.23 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 60%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 21% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of BMW 7 series for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about BMW 7 series prices and costs.
In user reviews BMW 7 series received average grade 7.7 (from 10) it corresponds to average rate for cars of this age. All authors of reviews would recommend BMW 7 series to the friend.
BMW 7 series modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 730i
Mar 2003 — Apr 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
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BMW 730Li
Mar 2003 — Apr 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
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BMW 730d
Sep 2002 — Apr 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 8.5 l/100km |
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BMW 735i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.6 Petrol | 272 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
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BMW 735Li
Mar 2002 — Apr 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.6 Petrol | 272 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
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BMW 740d
Sep 2002 — Apr 2005 Most powerfull diesel version (259 HP) |
3.9 Diesel | 259 HP | 9.7 l/100km |
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BMW 745i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
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BMW 745Li
Mar 2002 — Apr 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
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BMW 760i
Jan 2003 — Apr 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 445 HP | 13.0 l/100km |
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BMW 760Li
Jan 2003 — Apr 2005 Most powerfull petrol version (445 HP) |
6.0 Petrol | 445 HP | 14.0 l/100km |
BMW 7 series prices
BMW 7 series 2001 - 2005 sedan price in Latvia is from 2900 € to 6500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles BMW 7 series price is very high - BMW 7 series is approximately for 60 percents more expensive then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 2001 - 2005 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 7 series 2005 price | 4000 € | 5500 € | 6500 € | |
| BMW 7 series 2001 price | 2900 € | 3700 € | 4500 € |
BMW 7 series total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own BMW 7 series? Users calculated BMW 7 series 2001 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3100 € cost per year and 0.23 € cost per one kilometer.
BMW 7 series 2001 total costs of ownership calculator
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BMW 7 series reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service BMW 7 series reliability is average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2011 defects were detected in an average of 17.9 percent of BMW 7 series of this generation (on average 8 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 17.3%.
BMW 7 series 2001 E65/E66 features (options)
Percentage of BMW 7 series with corresponding feature (option)
83% Rain sensor
77% Conditioning
76% Xenon headlights
75% Metallic paint
67% Leather upholstery
59% Electrically adjustable seats
59% Cruise control
58% Rear parking sensors
56% Front parking sensors
55% Electrically adjustable steering wheel
55% Heated seats
54% Navigation
51% Tire pressure control
46% Adjustable steering wheel
42% Auxiliary heating
37% Dimming mirrors
37% Sunroof
36% Bi-xenon lights
19% Ventilated seats
17%
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BMW 7 series reviews
Total 18 BMW 7 series owner reviews
| Purchase year: | 2019 (age of car 14 years) | Owned for: | 10`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.5 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 300 € (~ 300 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: After driving with the "seventh" of this generation, you don't want to sit in others anymore - very comfortable, every ride brings pleasure until you just want to drive aimlessly, the engine is powerful and at the same time economical after chipping - 6.2 l can be squeezed out of town, on average 8.5. Enjoy the fact that there is no need to stress about overtaking the column on the track - in kick down mode, pleasure is abnormal, package windows have very good noise insulation at any speed - up to 230km / h there is quiet in the cabin. Have driven the 2013 year model, but no longer there is not as much space as in the current one, as well as I really liked the gearshift at the steering wheel
Cons: Quite expensive spare parts, a lot that fits only from a particular model, provokes a violation of traffic rules :))