Insight Into the BMW Alpina B7 for 2007
The Alpina B7 Base is equipped with a BMW 4.4 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The Alpina engine is mated to a ZF 6-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for BMW.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Alpina B7 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Alpina B7 Base are 71.50 inches wide by 178.20 inches long. It sits 55.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 108.70 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The standard warranty period for the Alpina B7 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 48 months or 50,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the sedan market.
The listed retail price in 2007 (MSRP) was $32,400, with a dealer invoice cost of $29,810. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2007 Alpina B7 is a traditional Bosch ME-9.2.1, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 15.90 gallons.
The 2007 Alpina B7 gets 29 - 30 miles/gallon on the highway and only 20 - 21 in the city. This is below average for a sedan car.
What We Think of the BMW Alpina B7
The 2006 model began the promise of the BMW Alpina B7. The 2007 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers BMW hopes that the Alpina B7 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
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