Mister Two

I suppose an LS450h is making more sense than ever. Fix the trunk space first with Li-ion batteries though.

http://www.bmwblog.com/2009/12/16/pr...return-to-u-s/



Premiere: 2011 BMW 740i and 740Li Sedans return to U.S.

As an exciting example of its EfficientDynamics engineering philosophy, BMW announced the North American debut of the 7 Series with a twin-turbocharged inline-6 engine. Featuring BMW’s award-winning inline-6 engine that produces V-8 power on six-cylinder fuel consumption, the new BMW 740i and BMW 740Li achieve a remarkable balance of power, efficiency, and sporty driving dynamics. Both models will go on sale in the United States as 2011 models in Spring 2010. Pricing will be announced closer to the on-sale date.
In 1977, the original BMW 7 Series was launched exclusively with inline-6 propulsion. The United States first met the BMW 7 Series in the 1978 model year as the 733i Sedan. The 733i featured a 3.2-liter inline-6 engine rated at 197 horsepower. The 733i remained on sale in America until it was replaced in 1985 by the BMW 735i Sedan. The 735i, which featured an updated inline-6 engine producing 218 horsepower from 3.4 liters, enjoyed a production run that lasted through the end of the 1992 model year. The 735i was joined by the extended-wheelbase 735iL in May of 1988.

A keystone of BMW’s EfficientDynamics philosophy is “virtual displacement,” the notion that BMW’s modern engines of smaller displacement can equal or exceed the outputs of traditional engines of larger displacement and more cylinders. This principle is already seen in the BMW 750i model, which features a twin-turbocharged V-8 engine performing at the level of BMW’s previous-generation V12 engine. Virtual displacement provides the power of a larger engine with the fuel efficiency and low CO2 emissions signature of a smaller engine.
The 2011 BMW 740i and 740Li feature BMW’s internationally acclaimed twin-turbocharged inline-6 engine with up-rated output of 315 horsepower at 5800 rpm and 330 lb-ft of torque from 1600-4500 rpm. All-aluminum construction, High Precision direct fuel injection, Double-VANOS variable camshaft technology, and Brake Energy Regeneration are a few of the technologies used under the BMW EfficientDynamics philosophy to place the 740i and 740Li among the most powerful six-cylinder luxury sedans in the world. Delivering power to the rear wheels is BMW’s 6-speed automatic transmission, well-known for fast, smooth gearshifts and an ability to intelligently adapt to the driver’s style.
Both models will be available with the full complement of well-known 7 Series options and packages, including the M Sport Package, Driver Assistance Package, Luxury Seating Packages, Rear Entertainment Package, and even the BMW Individual Composition Package.

LexFather

FANTASTIC move by BMW. Though they should be 735s but they never use the right displacement/number anyway I feel A LOT of people are going to jump on this vehicle.

Hoovey689

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Good move by BMW

(Cj)

So this will be the same price as the LS I'm guessing? I wonder if that will help or hurt LS sales?

Oh and yes an LS450h would be very competitive against this I6 BMW. It could match the BMW's performance numbers while exceeding the BMW's efficiency numbers.

Infra

iTrader: (1)

What about 738? Something to show it's a little more powerful than the 1/3/535s.

LexFather

740 sounds SO much better than 738. Its like G37, FX 37..sounds utterly random and there is nothing luxurious sounding about it.

As the article stated, they present the numbers in this case according to output if the car was a normal displaced engine. So I am assuming they say it makes the power of a 4.0 V-8. Considering the old 740 made 278hp or so this is about right as it has 315hp.

IS-SV

BMW IMO is all about the straight six as the primary engine.

sirCharles

nice combo of power and efficiency. it makes sense in the current environment.

STIG

728i would be an ultimate power rejoice. Go big or Go home.

Fizzboy7

Very nice move. Some people don't need to drive it like a rocket to enjoy the luxury and name.

I8ABMR

Following its successful introduction into the market in 2008, and subsequent update this year with the introduction of the M Sport Package, the BMW 7-series will further expand its position in the 2011 model year with the launch of a new six-cylinder model.
In line with the automaker’s EfficientDynamics engineering philosophy, BMW announced today that its flagship sedan would get a smaller twin-turbocharged six-cylinder engine pumping out 315 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 330 pound-feet of torque from 1,600 to 4,500 rpm.
The unit is based on the same 3.0-liter block found in a host of other BMW models, including cars like the 335i and Z4 sDrive35i. In the 2011 BMW 7-Series, the award-winning engine will reside in the new 740i and 740iL long-wheelbase variant.
Both models will go on sale as 2011 models in spring 2010. Pricing will be announced closer to the sales launch. Despite being the new entry-level models for the 7-Series range, they will be available with a full complement of options and packages, including the M Sport Package, Driver Assistance Package, Luxury Seating Packages, Rear Entertainment Package, and even the BMW Individual Composition Package.
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92 SC400

Sounds pretty good! I wonder what it'll cost though compared to the 750s...?

whoster

dude, the thread about the 740i/740iL is like one of the first threads..

repost/

STIG

and also BMW does not have a V6 motor in their line up.

Amalan

iTrader: (1)

interesting move by bmw but that i6 twin turbo engine has been proven efficient and powerful so I dont see why not. I do think they should squeeze a few more hp out of it with just a tune to make it stand above the 335i and 535i engines.