BMW 7 series launches in India

The BMW 7 series was unveiled today to the Indian media at the BMW studio at Janpath in Delhi.

The new BMW 7 series stands for inspiring luxury, thrilling driving dynamics, and overwhelming visual presence. It is the result of stylish design and the supreme art of engineering.

The new BMW 7 series portfolio in India will consist of three models - 730Ld, 740Li and the 750Li. The 750Li will be available from January 2009 and the 740Li and 750Li will be available from mid 2009 in the Indian market.

Speaking on the occasion, Peter Kronschnabl, president, BMW India said, "The arrival of the new BMW 7 Series marks the beginning of a new era in automobile design. Pioneering innovations, stylish design, luxurious comfort, and elegant functionality of the BMW 7 Series offers a superior driving experience quite unlike anything else in the luxury class. Our objective is to turn the fifth generation of the 7 Series into the most successful one of all time."

The ex-showroom price of 750Li across India is Rs93,30,000 (Ex-showroom price excludes RTO registration charges, tax, insurance, handling charges; octroi and entry tax if applicable). The 750Li is now available in BMW dealerships across India and will be available in a range of eight paint finishes and eight upholstery designs.

The prices of the 740Li and 730Ld will be announced respectively at the time of their market introduction.