Spy Catch: 2010 BMW 7 Series

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Although covered in plastic from nose to tail, our latest spy shots give the best look yet at the 2010 BMW 7 Series. Caught during testing on the streets of Munich, the 2010 7 Series looks as though it will maintain a size similar to the current model while cleaning up some of its controversial styling. Expected to start production in 2009, the 2010 7 Series will ride on a new platform with an internal designation of F01. In order to increase passenger space without adding more bulk, the new sedan will get a longer wheelbase without adding any significant length. An even bigger "L" version dubbed F02 will be offered that adds an additional 5.5 inches of length. Slight bulges around the rear wheels of this prototype also suggest a slightly wider track. Most of the styling changes will be evolutionary as this prototype shows an overall shape very similar to the current model. Up front, the twin-kidney grille looks as though it will be slightly larger while the slimmer headlights will be pushed farther to each side. The distinctive trunk design pioneered on the 2002 7 Series appears intact. We expect to see a new taillight design that will further reduce this 7's bulky rear end, but anyone hoping for a wholesale redesign will be disappointed. Like the current 7 Series, there will be the usual range of V8 and V12 engines. The real news for this 7 Series, however, will be its alternative-fuel options. Given BMW's participation in a hybrid development program with DaimlerChrysler and General Motors, it's a good bet that the 2010 7 Series will offer the option of a gas-electric drivetrain similar to the one planned for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. By 2009, BMW may also have a diesel engine capable of meeting U.S. emission standards so that could be part of the package as well. With production slated to begin in 2009, the 2010 BMW 7 Series should be headed for U.S. dealers by the spring of 2009.

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[zafert85]

hahahah bmw kicks ass

yeah

BMW power

[iginlaisgod]

bmw is an amazing car, but they have butchered the 7 series, the are trying to go for the cs concept look but they won't completely go so it looks fucked

[kentau123]

@fungusamogus Right Porsche has highest quality 

[0108daniel]

BMW 4 EVER

[bloodygoon09]

i agree with u now. lol

that was a while back

im getting to like the new 7 series

[3312cdfp5674]

@bloodygoon09

why 2003? 2006 facelift looks much better

[yelzhan123]

man dont u know that bmw is a tons of problems on 4 wheels? Constant service visits, huge time and money loss at service shop, BMW stands for Big Money Wasted, BMW is RUBBISH quality car, yes Rubbish quality!!! no quality at all, sell ur bmw asap and buy hyundai genesis, high quality car best american warranty, or wait for Equus , cooming this summer, car car for real customers, when u own genesis or equus flowers will grow on ur head, b/c these r high quality, car that get u pleasure not pain

[saints357saints]

twin Turbo......

[bloodygoon09]

i hate tha new 7series

its hella GAY

its so ugly compared to the 2003 7series

[poplockkorea]

...lol

i dont own one but my dad never had to go to the shop for his bm...