2016 BMW 7 Series 750i & 740i FIRST DRIVE REVIEW @ Monticello Motor Club

MotoMan shakes thing up a bit by driving the all-new 2016 BMW 7 Series - a full on luxury car - on a racetrack at Monticello Motor Club! Throughout this EXTENDED episode, he demonstrates the performance of the BMW 750i, breaks out what technology behind that performance, details not only the VERY long list of luxury innovations but how they are controlled and even takes a stroll through BMW 7 Series history. Last but least, very graphically and in a nod to the great state of New Jersey, MotoMan puts to the test one of the most unique tech bits of the 2016 BMW 7 Series G12 . . .
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[@utm4219]

I have not seen it, but I know it is going to be awesome. You are one hell of a reviewer. You can make someone fall in love with any car you review. All the best for future!

[@riderchoBG]

I really enjoy your reviews.

[@aliszemoniquemarella9559]

I luv the passion, I'm so looking forward to your next review!

[@TheMusicrunner]

Great review! And god damn that interior looks amazing. I want.

[@kratosolympus8226]

Great review as always!👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

[@TheMpofu]

This car is growing on me! I'm loving it

[@mikearonson9420]

Awesome presentation. You manage to get to the points that are relative and significant. I am one of your new followers!

[@jonneysk3687]

Such a great review!

[@RANDsreviews]

I am considering a certified 750i. Thanks for the video Motoman!

[@automirr]

awesome documentation, good car, the journalist even better.

[@DaddyIvo]

Dude, you sold me at the whole BMW manufactures its own Carbon Fiber! Great, informative video. The 7-Series trumps all sport-lux flagship vehicles.

[@fahedsayed2201]

I have seen a trend since the 1980s , The Merc has had a much longer life span. They had a bad patch from 1999 to 2005 when they were not reliable. Even today if you look around there are a lot more old S classes on the road compared to 7 series. I have no doubt in my mind that this 7 will give plenty of headaches to its owners just like the previous iterations, however as a drivers car its no contest. It beats the S class , but as a luxury car the S is still king.

[@95mushroom]

+Fahed Sayed While I'm not trying to discredit your reliability thesis, the reason you see many more S-Classes, has to do with sales. The S-Class has been the sales champ for a long time. In fact for calendar year 2014 (15MY), the S-class out sold ALL its competitors, (the 7-series, A8, XJ, etc), COMBINE! There were 3x times as many S-classes sold as 7-series, its next closest competitor.

[@fahedsayed2201]

You are absolutely right S class outsells the competition but after having spoken with mechanics working for their main dealership garages and getting the feedback from respective owners it was very easy to deduce that S class is more sound mechanically. There is a bloody good reason why the S class outsells them all despite being more expensive. Luxury is 1 but on top of that in my humble opinion it is built to a higher standard.

[@Syntage88]

+Fahed Sayed The S class is substantially more reliable because they tend to put in what they know will work instead of what's cutting edge technology. You'll see more toys and cool tech in a 7, but the Benz has what works. The 7 might be a little more fun at first because of that, but the S will be the car that you can drive 10+ years later and still feel like you're a big shot. Sure you can probably afford a Rolls Royce if you can buy an S600, but if you don't care about projecting wealth but still feel like you've made it - the Benz is the way to go.

[@sperlongatours]

+Syntage88 no that's a lie, if you drive the W221 S class now, you look like a cheap idiot, it looks ridicules

[@sperlongatours]

+888TopGear888 the upcoming panamera will beat everything it will have all touch screen buttons like the Porsche 918 does now

[@Vegas_Properties]

my favorite review channel, this guy keeps it interesting awesome hilarious commentary. Kyle Saab 04 puts me to sleep.

[@marklaw4435]

Love BMW's, this new 7 is the best looking one since the E38. BMW don't really do overt luxury like Benz, but their cars are still very comfortable, and a pure joy to drive. The interior of the BMW is quiet restrained and understated, the Benz's interior is like a knock out blow, full on in your face luxury. So it's a matter of: Do you like to drive, and enjoy your driving? Or do you like unrivalled comfort, and the drive is a necessary part of getting there. These car's appeal to two very different buyers, with very large bank balances...So we need not debate reliability, as the owners of these vehicles can afford the added servicing costs, and will be shot of them before the real money issues need addressing.

[@sperlongatours]

+Mark Law you clearly don't know whats luxury if u think the s class is luxurious, leather and crystals( also known as just GLASS ) and cheap kind of wood is not luxury, leather is for valets and chauffeurs so they don't ruin your interior, real luxury is gold and rare hides and velvet and diamonds, SMH you know nothing

[@marklaw4435]

+Club Bmw Amg : Well if I have no idea of "Whats Luxury" then please instruct me, what is your suggestion, Rolls Royce, Bentley or Bugatti maybe? No not Bugatti, as currently she doesn't Manufacture Luxury Cars. Gold's (over) use in a car is quiet Crass, over powering, and Hideous. Wealthy (Billionaire) Western Taste, run to my list above, the idea of understated Luxury. Please enlighten me, as I'm obviously in the exulted presence of true wealth and exceptional taste. As for Rare Exotic Hides, do you suggest Saiga Antelope, Rhinoceros, Elephant, or Blue Whale....Velvet, is that Artificial or Real, and Diamonds, Really? I'd have thought Ruby, Emerald or Sapphires would be considered more exotic than a Diamond. Diamond is a strictly controlled commodity, to ensure its value stays high, even though it it one of natures more common geological creations. It is just advertised as rare, the Oppenheimer's have seen to that. Rolls used Silk in their Serenity Phantom, I assume that is where you got your idea of Leather being Common, only for use up front for the Chauffeur, just as in the late 19th early 20th centuries. Mercedes S Class and BMW's 7 series are considered the cream of the automotive world, yes Rolls and Bentley are Ultra expensive Cars, but they cater to a very select cliental, but not necessarily the worlds wealthiest individuals. Quiet often the seriously wealthy use S or 7 armoured, as they also have Helicopters and Executive Jets as transport options. In some cases, they have a Heli Port on their Properties or Yacht. But again, please instruct me, as I obviously need lessons in Uber Luxury and good Taste.

[@sperlongatours]

Mark Law smh obviously you have no idea that there are clear cut diamonds and there is all the rest, there are diamonds that actually don't go down in price and only go up because of how clear they are but you are obviously amazed by your Crystals also knows as glass, SMH

[@sperlongatours]

Mark Law and the wealthy might drive an S class or 7 series but its all modified inside with velvet and gold and diamonds and rare woods and rare hides, but you obviously think the stock s class is luxurious, smh you know nothing

[@marklaw4435]

+Club Bmw Amg : So your into Custom Cars! You are more than likely of Arab Persuasion. That's fine, but we of Western Culture consider your likes/desires to be too much excess, particularly your taste in cars. Western Society wouldn't consider doing their cars up like you obviously do, they have No Value Over Here. As for Clear Diamonds, yes I know about them, you really need to be specific, when making comments. You are Quiet Vague. Are Clear Diamonds Used In Headlight Construction? No They Aren't. But yes, Swarovski Crystal is, but very limitedly. Are you of The Royal Family.......No not possible. As Royals Don't Act/Behave like the Commoner you are. I'm the one left SMH.

[@maestroadam]

That is a beautiful interior.

[@MrSupersaiyangoku]

When it comes to driving dynamics. I think Cadillac and BMW are the two best for luxury products. Mercedes, Jaguar, Infiniti and other manufactures are good but dont have the proven systems behind them. But this car looks reallyu good in the inside.

[@eliaspaul77]

Great job! I really like your method of reviewing cars, more like from an engineers perspective (I guess!) keep going and review more exotic cars!! (y)

[@desimunda116]

I would choose this car all day because of the innovation and tech. Plus I love driving and the driving dynamics is a huge plus.

[@kittyjackson2386]

Good upload!

[@kfarookahmed]

Good review for anyone who wants to become a car mechanic

[@DieselDrives]

@ 8:18 The E32 7-series was also the first to have the production series V12 engine (M70)

[@suhailns3688]

!!WOW Motoman , this car is Amazing I Chose This Cars For somthing like The stayle and comfort , and power also

[@Fehmi100]

great review,very entertaining not boring at all, but i wish that you talked just a little more about how the car handels and how it reaches speeds and stops, maybe next time you should talk a little more about the performance

[@upilufti]

Can you provide a link to the Bob Lutz video? Can't seem to find it.

[@Tednessful]

Best looking sedan at this time. And funnier to drive too, especially in SWB not available in the US. Upon unveiling, the M package didn't appeal much to me but it's grown on me to the point where it's my favorite combo now.

[@ZetaReticuli_1]

I don't see how the S class is better than the 7 series. To my eyes, the front of the Benz looks really ugly. The 7 series looks superb and the interior/technology is just mindblowing. BMW wins by miles.

[@raylynch8850]

like your shows.

[@1liono]

This is my next Car ,color and everything

[@lexluthor1166]

I suppose if you are buying a long wheelbase, then it's all about the luxury and comfort. But if you are buying to be driven, and considering your comments on driving dynamics, I would concur the BMW to drive and the S class to be driven. Are the gadgets in the Bmw as good or better than the Sclass?

[@IceDree]

MotoMan's New Joeysian cousin is back!!! You skipped her on purpose when you showed her predecessors, didn't you? . . . ;) Gotta say, The White with black trim M sport grew on me once I watched your review! Looks soooo mean! Who would've thought a 4600 pounds luxury sedan would drive so well on a race track? You don't see that one coming! The SkyLounge & that LED thingy on the rear doors are beyond cool! No need to choose between a Panoramic roof or SkyLight headliner anymore! .... I'm guessing its only a matter of time before they appear in the next Phantom & the upcoming "High Terrain Vehicle". The iDrive, simply put... is the best in the business ... Knob? Got it, Touch? Got it, TrackPad? Got it, Steering Wheel buttons? Got it, Voice Commands? Got it, Remote Control? Got it ... And I Raise You FRICKIN GESTURES!!!! So many input methods that makes you speechless & wonder what are those crazy Germans gonna come up with next? Love the hole pattern on the B&W speakers, I was wondering how they are gonna pull it off, the B&O way or the Burmester way ..., they chose the latter & I approve! Granted no stunning swirling speakers, but man they look good, hope they sound as good as they look ... I bet. Mean while, Cadillac is sticking with Bose & those stupid cheap looking traditional black speaker grilles ... The new Panaray system better sound like you are sitting in Carnegie Hall ... Johan, you have to do something about this. The ExecutiveLounge seats looks reeeeeaaaallly comfortable... Once you get her in LA, take her to In&Out Burger . . . ;) As for your question, I look for Craftsmanship, excellent interior design, High-end Materials, Comfort, Road Manners & Presence. Overall Performance is a must of course, and oh boy both the 750Li & S500 both deliver! 44x Horses & about 500 ib-ft give or take Technology is a byproduct in the flagship segment, you know you gonna get it either way regardless of your choice ... Unless of course you went with the Lexus . . . :P As for the construction & chassis methods, honestly I didn't start paying attention to it until recently. And now I'm curious to see how Dave's latest gonna stack up against BMW's Carbon Core I got one question, The Exhaust note? Was it the 7er or the camera car? Love the Episode M & as always, excellent work!!! Oh btw, thank you for including her . . . :D

[@MotoManTV]

+IceDree As with all of our films, we mic the exhaust of the cars we shoot . . . so the answer to your question . . . The exhaust note you are hearing is indeed from the 445 HP Twin Turbo V8 in that 750i . . .

[@IceDree]

MotoManTV Oh wow! About time they addressed that!

[@IceDree]

MotoManTV Wait, Active? Or Regular?

[@MrJenardhanan]

+Iceww Dree

[@scarlettlens4894]

Which engine is better and more reliable (not more powerful) N63 or B58?

[@hypnoticmusic8129]

Damn this guy knows his shit.

[@RobertDeanBurlisonII]

I hope there is an option to use dials and buttons on the radio

[@pjakk84]

would love to have one of those :)

[@fpm1979]

This variable valve lift isn’t new at all. BMW patented this in 1992 (DE4223172). Valvetronic came to use for the first time in the 2001 BMW 316ti. Now every manufacturer uses it.

[@smear7331]

I chose a 740i. I love the luxury in the S Class but I think the Bimmer feels much more driver oriented experience, made the tech in the S look dated and made more sense financially.

[@faiqishaque4046]

Thanks for the review but I think BMW could have done better in interior design and yes they could have. Their 6 and current 3 series break norm and still staying conservative/elegant they should have done something different than this interior. What do you say?

[@kylenethac7146]

well the first time I road in a BMW, it was the seats that hugged me at every turn. I wasn't being jerked around, held down by a seat belt. It was the interior design of lights and cup holder I believe.. faint memory. But this car. This has a lot of luxury in the back seat,compared to the older one I referred to. Here the guest can spoil them self. A host with out a host. I'm all about the hand gestures! Hands free activation with out having to speak is great. I would like to multi task as much as possible. And the pull of the car is the most important to me, looking back on the seats that hug, Having a heavy foot isn't as dangerous as it used to be! Compared to turning corners in a Volt's Wagon Jetta, lol I can't find the words. I can't wait to see the 2017

[@Pete762]

Why is the 750 twin turbo and the 740 single (twin scroll I guess) turbo?? I mean the 7 is a heavy car, doesn't the i6 need more power and torque than the v8??

[@dcharizard91]

Great review! Don't really get the point of gesture control. It seems to miss some gestures and requires you to do it again. Seems easier and less distracting to use the touchscreen, iDrive controller, knobs/buttons on dash, or voice, which makes the gesture control a waste of engineering. The luxury, details, and tech in this car is what would make me consider this car.

[@maxpowers3732]

My parents are looking between the S-class, 7-series, KS, A8, used Bently, etc. The main thing we're looking for is comfort for 4 adults on long trips. Safety technology is also very import and they're interested in things like night vision and blind spot detection. Basically they want a very comfortable, rolling living room. So good quality materials and ergonics and anything that makes riding and driving relaxing. The gesture control in the BMW looks like a gimick that's technology for technolgies sake. Isn't it easier to change the radio with a button or control on the steering wheel or dash than waving your fingers around? For pure driving and riding comfort and luxury, which car would you get?

[@maxpowers3732]

+Immanuel John I'm very impressed with the S class, but wanted to hold off buying anything until we had the chance to look at the new BMW. Even though I thought the A8 was a wonderful car I thought the new 7 series would be better just because of production methods and technology. What didn't you like about the BMW?

[@greaney123]

Used Bentley. You'll get more looks, much more fun, will hold its value better and better build quality and reliability

[@kraenk12]

+maxpowers3732 I'd wait for the new A8 coming in 2016/17! It will look like the Prologue concept.

[@rayhaanparker1826]

+maxpowers3732 Having driven my fair share of Audi A8's, BMW 7's, Jags and S-Classes I can without a shadow of doubt say that if what you're looking for is unprecedented luxury, comfort, reliability, prestige and overall appeal then the S-Class is the way to go. If I had to choose my favourite it would be the S500e or the S600. No question, no contender, no compromise, The Best or Nothing

[@chrismwai3157]

tech definitely numero uno

[@pinch8006]

i sat in both s63 amg and the 750i. i personally preffer the bimmer's interior, but what gives the "luxurious" effect is mainly the interior colour. believe or not, but that's exactly how i felt.

[@Masterj0404]

The problem is that BMW is a drivers car "the ultimate driving machine". If I wanted a luxury car to sit in the back and be driven in I would get a S class because it's a luxury car from a luxury brand. BMW makes performance cars. I wouldn't order fish at a steakhouse.

[@hendradi3031]

+Masterj0404 Genius comment.

[@ms3173]

Honda makes performance cars

[@ronfraites9102]

I would buy a car like this for one I like technology, I like power, I like the style of the car I like how BMW put it all together and I must say I always had a passion of cars since I was a kid

[@henningvauleberntsen7369]

I would choose this new 7 series, but it would be nicer with a V12. I like the 7 series M-sport like the you drove. Because i love BMW, and this new 7 series looks very good inside out!

[@RobertDeanBurlisonII]

For the price one should get more color options besides various shades of black, silver-grey and white. I have never owned a car in a quality red, especially like the Zagato black-red optical effect. Also you typically charge $3,000 just to get another seat color. On the tech side, I have an idea for suspension struts with both a soft ride and control.

[@ExtendedRacing]

consumption, power, performance, driving pleasure, comfort, luxury this is wy i would choose a BMW

[@brandonjolley8806]

great review but will BMW ever answer why they won't do a M7 ?

[@brandonjolley8806]

agree

[@HesteBremse]

The 750d (2015) (yes a Diesel/hybrid) comes with 750 NM Torque. Been driving in one (not my own) for some time now and the pulling power with X-Drive is immense for such a "heavy" car. About 4.4 Sec 0-100 Km/t (62 Mph). The iDrive is excellent. For limo driving is not a soft car and it´s a challenge to modulate a soft driving style. For faster paced dynamic driving it is excellent - Though the brakes does not inspire super confidence IMO. Seats got plenty of options for finding a perfect position. I do not like the rather narrow entry to the front seats, especially to he drivers seat - Hammered my leg to the lower dash a few times. I Like the Stick mode select it helps connect with the car, heads up display and other systems works really well and this car get some street respect from other drivers. Would one choose a 7 Series over a S class, yes properly some would. The 7 Series has a very stringent and modern clean appearance - it holds slightly back on the extrovert emotional factors of exterior design and gains some seriousness through this approach. in Comparison the S-Class says more directly Luxury but might also be slightly more on the vulgar side of see me in town. The 7 Series expresses more speed and efficiency while the S class is far more emotional and more muscular. In fact I would say that in choice the is really no news under the bridge between the classic and essential factors between Mercedes and BMW. The choice overall is a subjective one...

[@BnarRaouf]

hahahaha you made my day with the harry potter reference fantastic review

[@oliverotieno3992]

Great car! touchwood. needing to be different....and understated at the same time, is BMW's forte.

[@sholaesq]

Your best review, so far. In fact, I'm convinced that this will be my next car, next year.

[@vincentas]

MotoMan, you're doing gesture control a bit too close to the display screen, so it doesnt work properly all the time, plus it doesnt benefit anything since its almost the same action as pressing the screen itself

[@seattimetv]

Uh I've been watching you for about 3 months now and you seem to have a thing for the German language. I believe you said you worked in Germany and I was wondering what your background is. I've watched most of your videos and some background info on you would add perspective. Thanks, keep up the good work, I wish I subscribed a long time ago!

[@bellaablondiee]

agreed!

[@MotoManTV]

+MikeDriver007 Happy to cover my background in a coming #AskMotoManTV segment - just pose the question when we announce the next installment of that series. Or perhaps try catching me on one of my many #Periscope videos (@MotoManTV) and we can cover it a bit there. Thanks for the interest!

[@katanamast279]

+MotoManTV If possible, can you get some more interviews with the engineers for each car you review? I really love the ones you did for the Miata and the CTS-V. Also if possible can you get them to answer some of our questions?Thanks and keep up the great work!

[@MotoManTV]

+katanamast279 We are trying to do more of those but as you can imagine, not all engineers are like Dave Leone and Dave Coleman. In fact, they are VERY rare. Hopefully we will be able to find some more like them!

[@Badhans2007]

+MotoManTV answer the fuckin question, stop trying to bait people to watch your shit. pathetic

[@ashegheaty]

im not sure if the cadillac ct6 could keep up with this and the s class !!!!!!

[@oliverwabwire2836]

BMW are pioneers in a strange kinda way......they innovate smfn and guys go meh. 5 yrs on and everyone falls over themselves demonstrating same thing. Kudos Beemer, keep doing justice to this branch of engineering, love the new 7.

[@spartaconsultwhite2]

BMW all day! BMW is the most innovative car company on the planet... The carbon core construction is the tip of the iceberg for BMW... Can't wait to see how they incorporate carbon fiber into all of their vehicles...

[@jgjgjgj1]

Oooo o Variable valve timing and variable valve lift, hmmm Vtec just kicked in yo?

[@crazyhandroll]

At initial impression after the launch of the new 7, I was more like, oopps, BMW blows it, but after detailed look through, especially the M Sport version, I was quite impressed by it, BMW may well stop marketing the 7, because they turn me off with their marketing campaign of Driving Luxury, its so unbelievable bad for the way they present this car, they destroy the image of their flagship, more than drawing the crowd. As for why I made the 180 degree turn to liking this big sedan, here are the reasons 10 reasons why the 7 is more suitable than the S Class 1. The S looks a elegant lady, but the 7 looks more muscular 2. The S Class looks more stylish and elegant, but the 7 is more serious and thoughtful on design, they didn't skim on the materials either, they are top notch 3. The S concentrates on placing traditional aluminum to lessen fat, BMW goes one better by incorporating carbon fibre on it 4. The new S was more about executing ideas better, the new 7 is more about introducing newer ones, even the keys are cool. 5. The S gear lever placement is a major no no for people who likes to drive, you can easily mistaken it as windshield wiper swtich, or a signal light switch (if you are used to Japanese cars) 6. The Brake Hold function on the Merc are on the brake pedals, but you definitely need to take another look that you step hard enough in order to ensure it activates 7. The S instrumental panel may be very elegant, but the 7 is more appealing to drivers, its instrument panels are both stylish, and direct, and its kind of cool 8. The 7 is also tech savvy, even things that looks more like nuisance like gesture controls in the first place, may ended up to be more suitable for drivers since safety is their priority 9. The S Class utilizes interior LED lighting to create a great environment, which is very nice, but the 7 offers equally well thought out welcoming carpet and LED moonroof. 10. The only thing that S Class really beats the 7 is Mercedes did a hack of a job of marketing the S, BMW, on the other hand, pretty much screws the 7, they may as well kept the car under wraps, and let the dealers present to their customers instead.

[@elvinlewis4233]

Comes down to style and taste. For me, the BMW has the more sporty persona, which understates the luxury aspect somewhat. That's more my style vs the S class.

[@MrStreetballer5Official]

That leather creasing though on the driver seat... Ohh soo many cringes.

[@matiaspetrali45]

+MrStreetballer5 tru dat

[@HowdyHarry]

S Class All Day

[@Big_smoke55]

moto man i want to ask you a question which is better bmw or mercedes

[@MotoManTV]

+Hashim Makki Need more time with the 7 to make an honest call on that one . . .

[@thabangmokoena2932]

+MotoManTV I'm a merc fan..... to be honest with you BMW has kinda killed it with the new 7 series but I have a strong believe that they were waiting on Mercedes to see what mistakes they did with their new S class so they can correct or better their 7 series with what they didn't think about putting in the S class .....like the remote parking , and other new features the 7 series has that the S class doesn't have .

[@antdx316]

+Thabang Mokoena The only way to know is to drive both for a while and check out the options. I think the night vision system on the BMW looks like shit and it's pointless as you have to take you eyes off the road to actually see it. I think the option alone is $3k. The rear view has a wide field of view which is important as narrow makes it where you cannot see the sides. The laser headlights look luxurious. It's like 4K UHD vs 1080p HD. The comfort and performance modes are great and there an adaptive mode. I haven't tried the new Mercedes but I did try the S550 2009 and it was too tight and old fashioned. I tried the 2015 SL550 and thought it was old fashioned too. BMW is more 2015 looking inside and feel wise 100%. The steering was pristine smooth.

[@southbeach09]

This car will finally take on the Mercedes S class imo. The exterior is beautiful, performance is amazing and interior is a massive upgrade from the previous 7. It feels like BMW has finally made the 7 somewhat exclusive. The previous 7 was just a glorified 3 series.

[@amerabdallah7132]

....cos its the ultimate driving machine...

[@edgo45]

I'm pretty sure weight and mass are two different things. I could be wrong though.

[@bosshunterman]

0:01 I think Adam Sandler has already disproved that...

[@chrisinyaass7508]

LMFAO NICE

[@mr.m.6678]

just saying that navi-ai shift were already available since early 2000s in jdm toyotas....

[@jhaabhishek]

Performance with Luxury is hard to achieve, 7 series it is :)

[@ryanforbes-levy5952]

German Luxury at it's BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!! The POWER of it.

[@robertcurry6413]

What would be genius is at the end of this vehicles life the carbon fibre components can be reused in next gen vehicles.

[@theokan89]

The S Class is the looker but man the technology on this BMW...if this is an iPhone then the S Class is a Motorola Flipphone...

[@hendradi3031]

But S Class is the best in the back seat. just a Rolls Royce that can match suspension softness S Class.

[@theokan89]

Hendra Di no one cross shops between an s-class and a rolls royce or bentley :):) a rolls royce owner has already owned 5 s-classes and five 7series, the options alone on an average rolls royce cost more than a s class...you gotta learn your auto industry knowledge

[@hendradi3031]

thoravian I don't compare between the market rolls royce and S Class. I just spoke to the same comfort level with rolls royce s in the backseat, even beyond. the level of silence. softness suspension and feelings of isolation from the outside world may not exist at 7 series.

[@theokan89]

Hendra Di yes and this is coming from you typing in your 1999 corolla? ahaha

[@theokan89]

***** maybach doesnt compete with Bentley or Rolls Royce ahahhaa they closed maybach off as a seperate company because for every 11 rolls royce sold, they could only sell 1 maybach, so now it became a package option on the S Class.

[@mrkruger5108]

BMW and Jaguar XJ for me thank you!

[@kengrand5445]

the s class is more technological advanced, & has a better looking interior but the BMW has something special

[@Waelbilal98]

So does he like it or not

[@Alb112233]

The Design it has not changed much! You can now compare the luxury of this 7series with the S-Class, but the Mecedes has more elegance in shaping the interior and the atmosphere in the S-Class is more 'warm'. - Regarding the Engines, we can say that both this vehicles are very reliable but Mercedes in general is just a little bit more reliable than BMW's. - The Chassis is a great evolution for this kind of luxury sedan's but we should not forget that this 7 Series is newer than the S-Class. Also, Mercedes with S-Class has a great history that dates decades before BMW created the firs luxury car, and this is a very important fact.

[@BusMaster99]

First like!

[@blokkmonsta2008]

Nice S-Class copy in the fond, top BMW xD

[@SoranMohammed]

you killed the gesture option by not directing your fingers correctly, this technology isn't for you bro ..

[@pholelamapeyi4589]

can i just ask somethin....who invented iDRIVE ... was it ..BMW or Merc....

[@SoranMohammed]

i invented bro

[@sperlongatours]

+Pholela Mapeyi bmw in the E65 7 series 2001

[@rayhaanparker1826]

+Pholela Mapeyi That's just one innovation BMW can lay claim to. Mercedes-Benz has been at the forefront of innovation since its inception over 150 years ago. ABS, Autonomous braking, ESP, Infrared cruise control, etc. I'm not trying to say that BMW is a bad car, but I think you can agree that it's never REALLY been a contender in the upper echelon of what is considered to be luxury.

[@phenix3st]

So how much did they copy from Hyundai? Sounds like the infotainment systems grabs from them

[@Julianknowsbest92]

Why isn't it Li??

[@hardikpatel9844]

+Luis Alvarado because BMW stopped making short wheel base 7 series.

[@MrAyybee2cold]

VTEC!!!

[@Mikea6972]

Luxury car on a diet... HAHA nice!

[@Rzr9004]

Is it me or it sounds exactly like the Twin Turbo V8 from Audi?

[@samuelskillern7365]

This guy's New Jersian character isn't as good as Harold Slovinski (Mr. Regular from Regular Car Reviews character) but still a bit funny.

[@billdexhart5179]

Haven't driven them, but I suspect a Quattroporte or XJ drives better?

[@nikb6528]

I haven't driven any of them either, but I think this is the most capable of them all

[@drhouse211]

This is like 2 levels beneath the new s class. At least. Maybe 3 though because of the s class maybach. But it is a beautiful performance luxury car though. Well done bmw.

[@jamviator]

+hans peter Oh please, you're obviously biased. This 7 is leaps and bounds ahead of the s-class in technology and features, leaps and bounds better in driving dynamics, and i'm willing to bet that it will be just as good in driving comfort. As more reviews start coming out you'll see what i'm talking about. BMW focused on comfort more for this 7 series but still kept the driving superiority by introducing weight-saving, aerodynamics and predictive technology. Everybody who is not biased admits that this 7 is better than the s-class in technology and driving dynamics and equal in build quality yet you think it's "3 levels" beneath the s-class. Oh please, go get a life!

[@philip1470]

Like strike inbound...Launching like in 3...2..1...!

[@KW-le2ze]

👍🏻

[@boleynali]

Steve Carell..moonlighting?

[@edlonchgas]

Can I ask you people why you think the new 7-series is miles behind the S-class? What does the BMW lack compared to the Mercedes?

[@tredfxman]

Forget about, it BMW's just Bustin Beans with this thing.... infotainment piece o crap aint woyjkinnn duuddeee.... lol ;)

[@suros3213]

I don't think you can argue looks since everyone has different taste but you can argue technology, performance and luxury the 7 is quicker and has more technology but the S is more luxurious, I'll take the 7 cuz it's more advanced and it has just enough luxury, I don't wanna fall asleep while I'm driving. Plus where I'm from the s class is pretty played out, Bmw's warranty is wayy better they cover just about everything except tires and they offer a minimum of 10k miles on the lease, rather then the S class which is 7,500 miles and everything from brakes down to oil change is all on you. You really can't go wrong with ether considering the fact that you are just one class below Bentley and RR.

[@SylvanTieger]

I have a LS 460 AWD Super comfortable amazing handling on curves NO Complaints . Yesterday I took my Subaru legacy in for an oil change and saw a BMW 750 il and decided to test drive it . 4 hours later the Subaru was sold and I now own both the lexus 460 and the BMW can't wait to see how the higher horse power and $20,000 more BMW handles .NEVER AGAIN will I own a Mercedes terrible money pit , poor handling at breakneck speeds and not a driver's car (500 series)

[@BallerG1000]

The new BMW 750i or the Mercedes S550?

[@MotoManTV]

+BallerG1000 Need to spend some quality time with the car on the road before I can really make that call . . . as you have seen, I have had *a lot* of wheel time with many derivations of S Class . . .

[@squid704]

+MotoManTV The self driving of the S class and the interior design is one of the best if not the best in the industry now, bmw has made an amazing car here but my heart is going for the S class from everything i ve seen with it, it feels special and blows your mind away when you look inside one

[@Ro.nttt.de-m]

S550 everyday,anyday!

[@GameVideoShow]

+BallerG1000 BMW 750i anyday!

[@hendradi3031]

this is luxury car, S Class all the way.

[@utm4219]

The answer of your question is that I would choose BMW 7 Series. Cause it is the car that would give best of the both worlds. I mean S-Class is all about luxury, An Audi A8 is not perfect in either luxury or driving dynamics. But the 7 is just perfect. You can drive like Jason Statham in The Transporter 1 movie and would not end up getting killed. If you love driving, you got to have a BMW.

[@hendradi3031]

for a luxury sedan and has a lounge-like rear seat. loss if you drove yourself. for this class is almost 90% and its owner using a personal driver.

[@utm4219]

+Hendra Di True that! But where I live (Dubai), 85% of the owners of this class, drive themselves. And 97% of the 7 Series owner drive themselves. Not just this class, but also the Ghosts, Mulsannes and other cars are self-driven here.

[@denalidriven1574]

I truly don’t see how S Class could ever be better we all know the 50i is faster then s550 cloud ride vs air ride adaptive the rear lounge is way above s class.

[@luvthepie]

This is NOT Rocket Science - - BMW clearly 'IS' the Ultimate Driving Machine (hence me being on my 2nd 7 Series now - 750Li - - first was the 740iL 2001 - best body style ever!)