BMW 7 series 2005 E65/E66

This generation of BMW 7 series E65/E66 has been produced from January, 2005 to December, 2008. We can provide information about 12 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with classical rear wheel drive.

This BMW is available with five petrol engines with displacement from 3.0 to 6.0 litres and power of from 258 to 445 horsepower un three diesel engines with displacement from 3.0 to 4.4 litres and power of from 231 to 330 horsepower. All engines feature a timing chain-driven camshaft, which is considered a more reliable and less maintenance-intensive solution (What is an engine chain and belt?).
The car is available with only with automatic gearbox.

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BMW 7 series 2005 E65/E66 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 10 to 14 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 8.2 to 9.5 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient BMW 7 series 2005 E65/E66 petrol engine version is BMW 730i, consuming 10 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient BMW 7 series 2005 E65/E66 diesel - BMW 730d for 100 kilometers consumes 8.2 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, BMW 7 series real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 8 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +13% for petrol engines and +3% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific BMW 7 series modification.

BMW 7 series 2005 E65/E66 CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 241 to 330 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 216 to 251 grams per kilometer. From BMW 7 series with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has BMW 730i which produces an average of 241 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the BMW 7 series diesels least CO2 distributes BMW 730d - 216 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 730Ld reaching this speed only in 7.9 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 4.0 petrol 306 hp version (BMW 740i) and 7 other versions.

Lenght of BMW 7 series is 510 cm, it is large car. For comparison - BMW 7 series is about 18 cm longer than Audi A6 sedan. BMW 7 series gross weight is from 2385 to 2680 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 11 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. BMW 7 series trunk space is 500 litres.

This BMW is slightly expensive - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 6000 €. According to user reviews, average BMW 7 series repair costs are 330 € per year. Users calculated BMW 7 series 2005 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3200 € cost per year and 0.24 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 59%, 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 8.5 (from 10) - better than average rate for same years cars (7.9). All authors of reviews would recommend BMW 7 series to the friend.

BMW 7 series modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption
BMW 730i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 258 HP 10.0 l/100km
BMW 730Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 258 HP 10.0 l/100km
BMW 730d Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 8.2 l/100km
BMW 730Ld Sep 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 8.2 l/100km
BMW 740i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008 4.0 Petrol 306 HP 11.0 l/100km
BMW 740Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008 4.0 Petrol 306 HP 11.0 l/100km
BMW 745d Apr 2005 — Nov 2008 4.4 Diesel 300 HP 9.5 l/100km
BMW 745d

Most powerfull diesel version (330 HP)

4.4 Diesel 330 HP 9.0 l/100km
BMW 750i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

4.8 Petrol 367 HP 11.0 l/100km
BMW 750Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

4.8 Petrol 367 HP 12.0 l/100km
BMW 760i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds

6.0 Petrol 445 HP 13.0 l/100km
BMW 760Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most powerfull petrol version (445 HP)

6.0 Petrol 445 HP 14.0 l/100km
BMW 7 series service and maintenanceOil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

BMW 7 series prices

BMW 7 series 2005 - 2008 sedan price in Latvia is from 4000 € to 8500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles BMW 7 series price is very high - BMW 7 series is approximately for 40 percents more expensive then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 2005 - 2008 prices). BMW 7 series high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this BMW could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
BMW 7 series 2008 price 5500 € 7000 € 8500 €
BMW 7 series 2007 price 5000 € 6500 € 7500 €
BMW 7 series 2006 price 4500 € 5500 € 7000 €
BMW 7 series 2005 price 4000 € 5500 € 7500 €

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BMW 7 series reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service BMW 7 series reliability is above average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2011 defects were detected in an average of 7.6 percent of BMW 7 series of this generation (on average 5 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 8%.

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BMW 7 series 2005 E65/E66 features (options)

Percentage of BMW 7 series with corresponding feature (option)

Climate control
88%
Rain sensor
85%
Conditioning
77%
Tire pressure control
76%
Xenon headlights
74%
Metallic paint
70%
Leather upholstery
54%
Electrically adjustable seats
54%
Cruise control
53%
Rear parking sensors
52%
Front parking sensors
51%
Electrically adjustable steering wheel
51%
Heated seats
48%
Navigation
48%
Bi-xenon lights
47%
Dimming mirrors
40%
Auxiliary heating
39%
Adjustable steering wheel
36%
Sunroof
34%
Distance control
18%
Adaptive cruise control
15%
Ventilated seats
13%

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BMW 7 series reviews

Total 18 BMW 7 series owner reviews

BMW 7 series 2005 Diesel 3.0 litres, Automatic gearbox
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)
Total car rating:
8
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