2011 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 Reviews
2011 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is a full size premium luxury sedan, which is offered in extended wheelbase 750Li and 750i trim levels. Standard technology features on 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 750i include 16-speaker surround sound system stereo CD/DVD system with auxiliary input jack, digital music storage and HD radio, Bluetooth, hard drive based voice activated navigation system with real-time traffic updates, iDrive electronics controller, back-up camera and hybrid information displays in iDrive display and instrument cluster. The engine is teamed up with eight-speed automatic transmission with rear-wheel drive system.
The 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 comes with standard safety features such as antilock brakes, front head active restraints, stability control, side curtain airbags, front seat side airbags and front knee airbags.
The 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 represents the pinnacle of cutting edge technology, luxury and comfort of BMW.
The 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is a new hybrid variant of the 7 Series sedan.
The 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is a large luxury sedan available in 750i and extended-wheelbase 750Li trims. The Driver Assistance package adds a blind-spot warning system, a lane-departure warning system and automatic high beams. In addition to the options listed above, the 750Li is eligible for a Luxury Rear Seating package, which includes power rear seats with cooling and massaging functions.
The hybrid 7 Series features a gasoline/electric hybrid power plant. The electric motor (powered by a trunk-mounted lithium-ion battery) adds 20 hp and 155 lb-ft to the mix. Like all 7 Series models, the 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 also features the Driving Dynamics Control system, which has four driver-selectable settings for shift response, throttle response, shock absorber firmness, power-steering assist and stability control.
Standard safety features include antilock brakes, stability control, front-seat side airbags, front knee airbags, side curtain airbags and active front head restraints. Available rear seat heating and even a massage feature should satisfy the most demanding of passengers.
The good: BMW's hybrid system adds significant power to the 2011 ActiveHybrid 7, while making it the most fuel-efficient 7-series model. An active suspension gives the car excellent handling. The hybrid system's idle stop feature shuts off power steering and doesn't work well in stop-and-go traffic.
Mild hybrid
As the ActiveHybrid 7's hybrid system can't fully drive the car under electric power, it should be considered a mild hybrid system. Like Honda's Integrated Motor Assist system, BMW's hybrid system adds boost under acceleration and lets the engine shut down at stop lights. The hybrid system handles the tasks of those components.