Cars-world: BMW-750Li

Boasting a combination of monstrous power with German refinement, the 2010 BMW 750 full-size luxury sedan lives up to its elegant reputation.

Redesigned in 2009, the 2010 BMW 7 Series is comprised of 750i and flagship 760Li models. Choose between the 750i sedan and the long wheelbase 750Li trims, available in rear-wheel or all-wheel drive (xDrive). Both are powered by a 400-horsepower, 4.4-liter V-8 engine coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission with auto-manual shift. EPA estimated fuel economy ratings for both regular and long wheelbase models are 14-15 mpg in the city and 20-22 mpg on the highway.

Facing competition from the likes of the Audi A8, Jaguar XJ and Mercedes-Benz S-Class in the full-size luxury sedan segment, the 2010 BMW 750’s new front styling is reminiscent of the 6 Series coupe with its flat nose and sculpted hood. The 750 rests atop 18-inch alloy wheels or you could opt for 19-inch alloys via a sport package. For added comfort and convenience, xenon adaptive headlights that turn in the direction you steer, rain-sensing windshield wipers, power heated side-view mirrors and fog lights are all standard equipment.

Inside, the 2010 BMW 750 is adorned in leather upholstery and features 20-way power heated front seats with a driver memory function. A power sunroof, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, Bluetooth connectivity and four-zone automatic climate control add to the luxury vehicle’s ambiance. Hardware includes a navigation system with voice activation and BMW’s iDrive, which utilizes an LCD screen and console-mounted dial to control audio, climate and communication functions. Sounds are provided by a 10-speaker premium audio system with HD Radio. An array of options on 750Li models includes Comfort seats with massage and ventilation features, a rear entertainment system with dual screens in headrests and night vision with pedestrian detection.

A suite of active and passive safety technologies for optimal occupant protection include a driver and passenger front airbag restraint system with dual-stage deployment, first-and second-row side curtain airbags, front-seat side-impact airbags, knee airbags, an electronic stability system, lane departure warning system and a blind-spot detection system that warns you when another vehicle is in your blind spot.

Packing quite a punch with standard V-8 power, the 2010 BMW 750 full-size luxury sedan also boasts the latest in modern technology and surely won’t disappoint.