2003 BMW 7 Series 760Li
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- Photo: BMW E65 front 20080121 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002–2005 BMW 735i (E65) sedan (2016-08-27) by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW 7 SERIES (E65) China by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW Sedan by unknown manufacturer (rear) by Kevdiecast, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW E65 rear 20080121 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2003 BMW 7 Series 760Li is a 438-hp 6.0-liter V12 with a 6-speed automatic w/od. It starts at $115,800 MSRP.
It makes 438 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 444 lb-ft of torque at 3950 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway.
The 7 Series measures 203.5 inches long on a 123.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,872 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $115,800 ($204,538 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas V12 |
| Displacement | 6 L |
| Horsepower | 438 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 444 lb-ft @ 3950 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic w/OD |
| 1st Gear | 4.17 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.34 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.52 |
| 4th Gear | 1.14 |
| 5th Gear | 0.87 |
| 6th Gear | 0.69 |
| Reverse | 3.4 |
| Final Drive | 3.15 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 23.3 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-Pivot Strut |
| Rear Suspension | 4-Link |
| Turning Diameter | 41.3 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.7 x 1.18 |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.6 x 0.94 |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19 x 9.0 |
| Wheels Rear | 19 x 10.0 |
| Tires Front | P245/45VR19 |
| Tires Rear | P275/40VR19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 203.5 in |
| Width | 74.9 in |
| Height | 58.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in |
| Front Track | 62.1 in |
| Rear Track | 62.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,872 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 43.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.9 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2003 BMW 7 Series w/SAB).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 BMW 7 SERIES. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 1, 2010 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, 6-SERIES, AND MODEL YEAR 2002-2008 7-SERIES VEHICLES. A CHECK VALVE OF THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY LEAK A SMALL AMOUNT OF LUBRICATING OIL. OVER TIME THIS COULD RESULT IN CONTAMINATION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER.
Consequence: POWER ASSIST BRAKING PERFORMANCE COULD BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED. IN EXTREME CASES THERE COULD BE A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ASSIST BRAKING. AN UNEXPECTED REDUCTION OR LOSS IN POWER BRAKING ASSIST MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 10V446000
Dec 6, 2004 · SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRONT SEAT HEATING SYSTEMS, UPON ENTERING AND EXITING THE VEHICLE, EXCESSIVE CONTACT WITH THE SIDE BOLSTER THAT IS CONTAINED IN THE SEAT'S BACKREST MAY DAMAGE THE HEATING MAT LOCATED IN THIS AREA. IF SUCH DAMAGE WERE TO OCCUR, WITH THE SYSTEM TURNED ON, THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT MAY FEEL EXCESSIVE HEAT FROM THIS AREA.
Consequence: IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE HEATING MAT IN THE BACKREST'S SIDE BOLSTER COULD OVERHEAT AND DAMAGE, OR MELT A SMALL HOLE IN, THIS AREA OF THE SEAT COVER. IF THIS HAPPENED, IT COULD LEAD TO AN OCCUPANT BEING BURNED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE SEAT HEATING CIRCUIT. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
NHTSA campaign 04V575000
97 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 BMW 7 SERIES
Owner Complaints
97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 BMW 7 SERIES (9 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 17 |
| Air Bags | 16 |
| Service Brakes | 16 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Engine | 8 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 8 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2003 BMW 7 SERIES. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.