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 The BMW F01 is the current 7 series that went into production in September 2008. The long wheelbase model, codenamed BMW F02, is 14 cm (5.5 in) longer than the BMW F01.Design
For the 7 Series, the previous E65/E66 model marked a revolution in the 7-Series design, while the F01 is more evolutionary. The front end is inspired by the BMW CS Concept, from the large twin grilles to the headlamps, which have "eyebrows" and internal configuration similar to individual lamps but slightly different in shape.[3] It now looks more conventional and less controversial than the vehicle it replaces. The interior has also been reworked and the column-mounted shifter has relocated to the center console.
Presentation The car's official unveiling occurred in the Red Square in Moscow (Russia) on 8 July 2008. The unusual nature of the unveiling had been attracting attention since 6 July 2008. The new BMW 7 series was placed in the upper half of an acrylic, glass, and steel hourglass. The car was initially hidden by more than 180,000 silvered balls, which gradually dropped into the lower half to reveal the new BMW 7 Series.
Parts sharing
The F01 is expected to provide 20% of the components for the Rolls-Royce Ghost, slotting in below the ultra-luxury Phantom. This $250,000 car would be assembled by Rolls-Royce in their factory in Goodwood, England.
740Li Vantage
It is a version of the 740Li sold in Hong Kong market, which does not include the front seat LCD screen, and is HK$200,000 lower than the original.
760Li High Security and 750Li High Security (F03) BMW has also announced the F03 7 Series as their High Security line, including the 750Li High Security and 760Li High Security. Both of them were certified with BRV 2009 and VR7 ballistics protection. The non-transparent sections have been certified as having VR9 levels of protection. This is the first set of cars to be granted such high levels of security.
Hybrid (F04) The BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid is a concept model that uses the engine from 750i, but adds an electric motor rated 20 PS (20 hp/15 kW) and 210 N·m (155 lb·ft) torque. The hybrid system was based on the 2-mode hybrid from Daimler AG. The regenerative braking unit includes 12V Absorbent Glass Mat batteries, running in parallel to 120V electrical network for electric motor. In also included a 8-speed automatic transmission. BMW claims it improved fuel consumption and reduced emissions by 15% over the non-hybrid model.
The car's exterior profile was designed by Karim Habib, Team Leader, Advanced Design for BMW in Munich, Germany.
The car was first unveiled in 2008 Paris Auto Show.
BMW confirmed that the F04 7 Series would be called the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 and a production model will be launched at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show. It will be powered by a twin-turbo V8 engine and a single electric motor.
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