7 Series (E65)

2001–2008

7 Series (E38)1994–2001

7 Series (F01)2008–2015

BMW 7 Series (E65) 2001 — Front 3/4 view

BMW 7 Series (E65) 2001 — Front view

BMW 7 Series (E65) 2001 — Side Left view

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BMW 7 Series (E65) 2001 — Rear view

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The Bangle 7. The E65's controversial rear end divided opinion but its iDrive controller and advanced chassis technology pointed to BMW's digital future.

History

Chris Bangle's design was initially mocked, but the E65 was technically the most advanced BMW ever built. The iDrive system, while frustrating at launch, pioneered the controller-based interface every luxury car now uses.

Production & Heritage

Production Total327,069

DesignerAdrian van Hooydonk

Production Period2001–2008

Estimated Value$6K–$18K

Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.

Technical Specifications

Engine4.4L V8 (N62)

Power333 hp

Transmission6-speed automatic

DrivetrainRWD

Weight1,870 kg

Engine Details

Displacement4.4L (4,398 cc)

Performance

Weight-to-Power5.6 kg/hp

Tags

RWD Automatic Sedan Naturally Aspirated V8 2000s

References & Sources

Wikipedia: BMW 7 Series E65wikipedia.org

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