
With the fifth-generation of the BMW 7-Series limousine codenamed F01 entering its third year in production, it�s time for the Bavarian company to begin readying a mid-life facelift for its flagship model.


The unit is based on the same 3.0-liter block found in a host of other BMW models, including cars like the 335i and Z4 sDrive35i. In the 2011 BMW 7-Series, the award-winning engine will reside in the new 740i and 740iL long-wheelbase variant.
Both models will go on sale as 2011 models in spring 2010. Pricing will be announced closer to the sales launch. Despite being the new entry-level models for the 7-Series range, they will be available with a full complement of options and packages, including the M Sport Package, Driver Assistance Package, Luxury Seating Packages, Rear Entertainment Package, and even the BMW Individual Composition Package.
The company has submitted an armored BMW sedan flagship 7-Series High Security, which has received protection under the European standard VR7 and can protect the passengers from a grenade under the head shots and armor bullets. Says the official report.
