2009 BMW 750Li - First Drive

In the past, BMW stated that the previous generation 7 Series has been the most successful 7er to this date, so I had no choice but to see if the new 7 matches or exceeds the previous E65 model. Armed with all the “tools” I needed and a quick call to one of our local BMW dealership, got myself a choice between two beautiful 2009 BMW 7 Series.

What a way to spend a beautiful late winter - early spring day driving around in a beautiful Alpine White BMW 750Li, the long-wheelbase version of the new 7 Series.

The car at the local BMW dealership came equipped with most of the whistles and bells proudly announced by BMW at the official launch: Camera Package - Rear-view and side view cameras; Convenience Package - comfort access system, soft close automatic doors, automatic truncate operation; Driver Assistance Package - high beam assistant, lane departure warning, active blind spot detection; Luxury Seating Package - heated steering wheel, power rear sunshade, active seat for driver, ventilated seats, heated rear seats; Premium Sound Package, Night Vision system Head Up Display and many others.

When compared to the short-wheelbase 750i, the 2009 BMW 750Li platform is 10.2inches longer to a total of 126.4 inches . Overall length, width and height are 205.3, 74.9 and 58.3 inches, respectively. The 750Li weighs 4640 lbs.