Engine: 4.8-liter dual overhead cam 32-valve V8 with variable valve timing

Engine Options: 360-hp 4.8-liter V8; 438-hp 6.0-liter V12

Transmission: six-speed automatic with Steptronic

Transmission Options: six-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: front-impact airbags, front knee airbags, front occupant side-impact airbags, full cabin curtain-style head protection airbags, anti-lock brake system (ABS) with Dynamic Brake Control and electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), traction control, Dynamic Stability Control, BMW Assist emergency communication with four-year subscription

Optional Safety Equipment: rear occupant side-impact airbags

Basic Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles

Assembled In: Dingolfing, Germany

Model Tested: BMW 750Li ($78,100)

Standard Equipment: dual-zone automatic climate control with micro-filter ventilation and automatic recirculation, leather upholstery with micro-perforated seating surfaces, matte-finish walnut trim, iDrive system with integrated GPS navigation, climate and audio controls with voice activation, power tilt/telescope steering wheel with programmable cruise, audio and phone controls, front seats with 20-way power adjustment, articulated upper backrests and position memory, power moonroof, AM/FM stereo with 10 speakers, subwoofers and single CD player, keyless entry, auto-dimming, folding outside mirrors with right-side tilt-down for reverse, universal garage door opener, glovebox-mounted rechargeable flashlight, climate-controlled front console compartment

Options as Tested: Adaptive Ride Package ($1,900) with self-leveling rear suspension and electronic shock damping; Convenience Package ($1,000) with soft-close automatic doors and power trunk-lid operation; Rear Comfort Seats ($3,500) with 14-way power adjustment, electric heating and active ventilation; Premium Sound Package ($1,800) with 13 speakers, digital processing and in-dash six-CD changer; Rear Entertainment Package ($2,200) with video monitor, iDrive controller and trunk-mounted six-DVD changer; HD radio ($500); Sirius satellite radio ($595); power rear sunshade ($750); 19-inch alloy wheels ($1300)

Destination Charge: 695

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: rear-wheel drive

Horsepower: 360 @ 6300

Torque: 360 @ 3400

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 17/25

Wheelbase: 123.2 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 203.9/74.9/58.4 inches

Track Front/Rear: 62.1/62.8 inches

Turning Cycle: 41.3 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 39.2/N/A/41.3 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 38.5/N/A/43.4 inches

Trunk Volume: 18.0 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent strut-type with coil springs, electronically variable damping and Active Roll Stabilization

Ground Clearance: inches

Curb Weight: 4553 pounds

Towing Capacity: pounds

Tires: 245/45WR19 / 275/40WR19

Brakes: vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD, Dynamic Brake Control

Fuel Capacity: 23.3 Gallons