Overview & Reviews

The big news for 2003 is the late-fall arrival of the 760Li, which combines all the greatness of the 745 while adding a 6.0-liter V12. BMW has not released U.S. output ratings, but European specs have it at 408 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque. The more interesting aspect of the 760Li is that it's the first BMW with direct gasoline injection, which, in combination with the Valvetronic technology already used in the 745 models, allows for stellar performance, and according to BMW, "outstanding fuel economy." We'll wait and see on that one. In other news, all models get rear head-protection airbags, and Active Cruise Control finally makes it to the options list, along with run-flat tires. The Rear Comfort Seat package for the 745Li now includes rear-seat ventilation.

• Superb driving dynamics, highly advanced technology, dizzying array of features, sumptuous furnishings.

• Toys can be distracting from the task at hand, confusing secondary controls, odd styling details.

User Reviews:

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  Lemon law? A class-action suit? - 2003 BMW 7-Series
  By wkisse - December 17 - 2:00 am

  I first picked up my 745i on 10-08 and it has been out of service a total of 20 days as of 11-16. The problem?...I am on my FOURTH new 745i loaner and all these cars have been plagued with intermittent electronics! Intermittent - nav system, cell phone, trunk release, headrests going up without warning, dash reverting to metric, radio/CD, engine check light, no audio from phone/sound system... A great dealership, but they have been plagued with a lot of problem cars.

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  Its a Love Hate - 2003 BMW 7-Series
  By JWG - November 13 - 2:00 am

  Having owned a 750il and a 840ci, and now with a 03 760 li, I feel I can speak to BMW cars. Ive owned S class Mercedes between then. The 03 760 li has been a near disaster since delivery- - out of round tires,engine hesitation and cut outs. This problem will show up on most new 7 cars eventually. The pre 9/03 760 productions dont even have the ability to have satellite radio installation (or retrofit)-- an asinine oversight in a car of this price. As Ive said with the V12 BMWs- when they run right they are a dream, when they dont they are a melting dreamsicle.

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  Nightmares of repairs - 2003 BMW 7-Series
  By Docweller - October 18 - 2:00 am

  The car is great, but in 9 months of leasing, 6600 miles its been in shop for repair 16 times for the nav, tire pressure and phone system.

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  Beta machine - Not ready for prime time - 2003 BMW 7-Series
  By h9 - September 29 - 2:00 am

  BMW is now in the software business. The iDrive is not ready for consumer use. Constant problems. Have had car in monthly for bug fixes. They are not being truthful to the buyer.

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  It could have been a great car - 2003 BMW 7-Series
  By camilosa - August 30 - 10:00 am

  Great engine, great suspension, great seats, but those electronics are going to drive me up the wall. When all is working, it is a fantastic car, but when the keys decide not to open the doors, the memory not to memorize, the controls not to respond it be becomes somewhat overwhelming. The dealer has been great at trying to fix all the bugs, but still waiting to have the thing work

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  Run dont walk from this disappointment - 2003 BMW 7-Series
  By TagAxle - August 25 - 2:00 am

  I was leary about the 745 from the 2002 reviews but thought that all the computer glithches would have been resolved by 2003--No such luck--My vehicle is again at dealer to fix the gremlins of the I DRIVE--intermittent problems persist with phone,navigation and tire pressure systems--Now a recall for more software updates for rough idling--

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  7 series is great! - 2003 BMW 7-Series
  By sharpe411 - August 6 - 2:00 am

  I just leased a 745i and the interior of this car is like nothing I have ever seen. Although the exterior takes a little getting used to, the car is an amazing ride. The fuel economy is somewhat of a problem as every time I fill the tank it costs me $50. However, overall,this car is great

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  The Ultimate Batmobile - 2003 BMW 7-Series
  By pistorp - July 30 - 2:00 am

  Just a really great travel car. We drive 700 miles with our 3-year old son and we are not even tired. Incredible performance, a greaty interior and so many super gadgets, I think its my best car ever

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  Dont Believe All That You Read - 2003 BMW 7-Series
  By Robfisher03 - July 30 - 2:00 am

  The much maligned iDrive is a marvel. It has a learning curve of course. It combined with the active cruise control make for a pleasant and SAFE vehicle with performance and handling to set the standard for all other cars.

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  - 2003 BMW 7-Series
  By Thomas Wartenberg - July 30 - 2:00 am

  Great handling car, but much too complicated to drive. I have had several near accidents trying to use the seat adjusments, nav suuystem, etc. Its going to be traded for an A 8, ASAP