2016 BMW 7 Series unveiled
Gets uprated engines, larger cabin and a lighter, marginally bigger chassis
After a lot of leaks and teasers, the 2016 BMW 7 Series has been revealed officially to the internet audience before its commercial debut later this year. The headline for the new 7 Series is the i Series inspired Carbon Core tech, which essentially uses generous amount of cabonfibre to create the passenger cell. The rest of the chassis is reinforced using steel bits and the subframes, bonnet, boot lid and doors use aluminium. The result is a 90kg weight reduction for the new 7 Series compared to the outgoing model.
The weight savings may not sound like much, but its commendable since the new BMW 7 Series has marginally grown in size and plenty in equipment. The wheelbase and width remain similar to the outgoing car, but BMW has managed to carve out a larger cabin now. Like its rivals, the front passenger seat can be now be slid forward by up ...Continue Reading...
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