The new BMW 7-Series may finally be the model to challenge the Mercedes S-Class.
The 7-Series looks are evolutionary rather than revolutionary - smart and relatively inoffensive.
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The interior is a triumph of design, quality and luxury.
Standard equipment is very generous and all cars come with Dynamic Damper Control and a heads-up display.
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The 7-Series also has a huge options list which includes all-wheel-drive - but this adds weight and undoes the 130kg shaved off compared to the old car.
The steering is a little light but it is direct and makes the BMW a pleasure to drive.
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The 7-Series is at its best when cruising, with the wind noise from the mirrors the only sound to break the silence.
The best sellers are likely to be the diesels, and the 3.0-litre 6-cylinder unit in this 730d is a perfect match for the car and the eight-speed Steptronic auto.
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The 7-Series floats along in without ever introducing jolts or bumps into the cabin.
A real-world return of between 40 and 50mpg is great for a car this size.
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