BMW 7 series is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas BMW 5 series has both automatic and manual transmission options.
Engines:
2.0 - 4.4 (petrol, diesel, hybrid)
2.0 - 4.4 (petrol, diesel)
Both cars are available with petrol and diesel engines. BMW 7 series is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types.
Performance
Power:
258 - 450 HP
143 - 560 HP
Torque:
400 - 760 NM
270 - 740 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
4.4 - 6.2 seconds
4.4 - 9.7 seconds
In general, BMW 7 series are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than BMW 5 series. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.9 - 8.5
4.5 - 9.9
BMW 7 series petrol engines consumes on average 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 5 series. On average, BMW 7 series equipped with diesel engines consume 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!