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BMW 7-Series E38 LCI

Years1998–2001
BodySedan
Variants27

The BMW 7-Series E38 LCI is a sedan, produced 1998–2001. This generation includes 27 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 143 to 326 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds. All variants in this generation use REAR WHEEL DRIVE drive. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

BMW 7-Series 1998 front view

BMW 7-Series E38 LCI27 variants

Top max speed in this generationBest consumption in this generationLongest electric range in this generationLowest CO₂ emissions in this generation
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0–100
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CO₂
BMW L7 High-Line
5,379 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
326hp / 240 kW
6.8s
15.0l/100km
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BMW 750iL Protection
5,379 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
326hp / 240 kW
7.0s
15.2l/100km
366g/km
BMW 750iL
5,379 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
326hp / 240 kW
6.6s
13.8l/100km
332g/km
BMW 750i
5,379 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
326hp / 240 kW
6.8s
13.6l/100km
327g/km
BMW 740iL Protection
4,398 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
286hp / 210 kW
7.5s
13.3l/100km
321g/km
BMW 740iL Executive
4,398 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
286hp / 210 kW
7.0s
12.8l/100km
306g/km
BMW 740iL
4,398 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
286hp / 210 kW
7.0s
12.8l/100km
306g/km
BMW 740i Executive
4,398 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
286hp / 210 kW
7.0s
12.5l/100km
301g/km
BMW 740i
4,398 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
286hp / 210 kW
7.0s
12.5l/100km
301g/km
BMW 740d Executive
3,901 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
238hp / 175 kW
8.4s
9.8l/100km
260g/km
BMW 740d
3,901 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
238hp / 175 kW
8.4s
9.8l/100km
260g/km
BMW 735iL Executive
3,498 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
238hp / 175 kW
8.2s
12.1l/100km
291g/km
BMW 735iL
3,498 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
238hp / 175 kW
8.2s
12.1l/100km
291g/km
BMW 735i Executive
3,498 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
238hp / 175 kW
8.2s
12.1l/100km
291g/km
BMW 735i
3,498 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
238hp / 175 kW
8.2s
12.1l/100km
291g/km
BMW 730d Executive
2,926 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
193hp / 142 kW
9.2s
8.7l/100km
232g/km
BMW 730d
2,926 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
193hp / 142 kW
9.2s
8.7l/100km
232g/km
BMW 728iL Executive
2,793 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
9.6s
11.1l/100km
267g/km
BMW 728iL
2,793 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
9.6s
11.1l/100km
267g/km
BMW 728i Executive
2,793 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
9.6s
11.1l/100km
267g/km
BMW 728i
2,793 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
9.6s
11.1l/100km
267g/km
BMW 728i
2,793 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
8.6s
10.0l/100km
241g/km
BMW 730d Executive
2,926 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
184hp / 135 kW
9.2s
8.7l/100km
232g/km
BMW 730d
2,926 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
184hp / 135 kW
9.2s
8.7l/100km
232g/km
BMW 725tds Executive
2,498 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
143hp / 105 kW
12.2s
9.5l/100km
252g/km
BMW 725tds
2,498 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
143hp / 105 kW
12.2s
9.5l/100km
252g/km
BMW 725tds
2,498 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
143hp / 105 kW
11.5s
8.2l/100km
217g/km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

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What body type is the BMW 7-serie Facelift 1998 (1998-2001)?

The BMW 7-serie Facelift 1998 (1998-2001) is a sedan. All 27 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the BMW 7-serie Facelift 1998 (1998-2001) have?

The BMW 7-serie Facelift 1998 (1998-2001) has 27 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the BMW 7-serie Facelift 1998 (1998-2001) produced?

The BMW 7-serie Facelift 1998 (1998-2001) was produced 1998–2001. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the BMW 7-serie Facelift 1998 (1998-2001)?

The BMW 7-serie Facelift 1998 (1998-2001) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.