BMW 7 Series 2015-2019 review - Carbuyer

The BMW 7 Series has long sat in the shadow of the mighty Mercedes S-Class in the luxury car class. But now there's a new one on the block and it means business.

The new 2015 BMW 7 Series now looks sharper, more luxurious and more relaxing to drive and be driven in. What's more, it has a raft of hi-tech equipment that is simply too long to list! It also comes in short and long-wheelbase lengths, with the choice of rear or four-wheel drive.

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[GKing]

That Virtual 360° Camera is freaking insane!

[FriendlyDan]

That 3D virtual around view monitor is insane. Actually all the technology in this car is insane.

[jackshimosa]

I love it! But you under-reviewed it. There's more AMAZING things to this flagship than what you showed us.

[ASTMA]

I'm not looking to buy a new car anytime soon, but I love watching Matt's video. He's great.

[CivilAviation]

4:53 Isn't that the point of ambient lighting?

[mustsilm]

I wanted to see the remote control parking. While you sit on the back seat. If you already got this car for the review, should have tried this thing out. If you say its still too dangerous, then no need to do it on public car park, just use the place u filmed the end of video in the nature or if it is dangerous, then why BMW have added this option.

[gdfeeling]

For people who know, 7 series was always the best car in the world.

[kmt]

Finally, a good 7-series review. Thanks Matt.

[brightivan]

2:10 no one dares to get too close to the 7 series

[kieranbrooks]

I'm not overly imprssed either with the new 7 series. A lot of the concepts and mock ups looked very good, but the production version is very dull inside and out. I also think it looks like a bigger version of the other cars in the range. Mercedes make the S class stand out from the rest of their range because of it's more bespoke nature. Another issue I have with modern BMWs is that they are gradually creeping up in price and the quality isn't increasing accordingly. Also, as others have pointed out, they aren't as good to drive as they used to be. (and before anyone asks, my previous car was an E90 325i).

[khawyinzhang]

Is the new 7 series' headlights the same as the new 3 series ?

[bimosalexandres]

I wonder how comfortable an s-class (w222)... even the comfort plus mode in this latest 7 series cant even match it, eventhough it's already extremely soft and comfortable... I could say this g12 in comfort plus mode much more comfortable than the w221 in comfort mode.

[kristya]

Is it just me or has Mr. Watson been away for a little bit? At any rate, good to see you again, Mat. Keep up the good work.

[leonardoluc]

Best looking premium car on the market for sure.

[markleckband]

I like the 7 series I really do, it's just I would never pick it. As many say the looks are anything but special. Sure it looks fairly handsome and modern, but hardly expensive (but it really is). My problem is that the design is played out. I have a similar issue with Audi. The engineering and quality is abundant and impressive, no doubt - second only to the Benz (some areas it slightly trounces it) - and I am sure it drives extremely well, but I doubt it is as dynamic as the Jag. Plus, there's something about the S class' cache, and elegance that is worth the price. As Mat said this segment is about comfort and Mercedes is tops in that regard - and luxury.

[Tednessful]

We have been Merc owners for generations in my family but this 7-series is the best choice at this time unless you're going to sit in the rear, the S-Class being more cocoon-like and comfier yet. Drives better, looks better in SWB (personal), and definitely much better looking dashboard, contemporary and elegant vs the Mercedes' heavy design and toy-like electronic 2D fake gauges. S-Coupé also does quite better in this area in my opinion.

[MOHAMEDBRAHAM]

Style wise, the Merc S-Class has much more road presence and class.

[kingdrosive]

This car looks like it's gonna break down every weekend😂

[jasonamarante]

they are both amazing cars . the s class and the 7 are both worthy of your time and presuit

[richfuckable]

I end up buying the S63 AMG sedan over this 7 Series and that is alot coming from a hardcore BMW fan