BMW 7-Series now on Hydrogen Power
BMW has taken the wraps off its latest addition to the BMW 7-Series model range. The BMW Hydrogen 7 represents the world's first hydrogen-powered luxury performance sedan and is key to BMW's CleanEnergy strategy which strives to use advanced technology to wean customers off fossil fuels.
The BMW Hydrogen 7 features a dual-power, 260HP 12-cylinder engine which allows it to use hydrogen and gasoline power. When running on hydrogen power alone, the range of the BMW Hydrogen 7 is 125 miles. Switching over to gasoline mode brings an additional 300 miles of range. Given the added weight and complexity of the car (as well as the 12-cylinder's power downgrade to 260HP from 438HP on the 760i), performance is also down. The BMW Hydrogen 7 can go from 0-60 in 9.5 seconds (as opposed to 5.4 seconds) and features a top speed of 143MPH (down from 155MPH).
The four-seat BMW Hydrogen 7 may feature a unique powertrain, but it’s still a 7-Series at heart. It features all of the luxury touches and gadgets that make the 7-Series one of the premiere luxury sedans in the world. Features like the AdaptiveDrive anti-roll stability system, automatic climate control, heated seats for all passengers, Park Distance Control, Soft Close automatic doors, night vision and adaptive headlights are all a part of the package.
BMW first showed off the potential of its 6.0 liter V12 hydrogen combustion engine in 2004 with its H2R. That vehicle was able to reach 0-60 in just 6 seconds and had a top speed of 186MPH. The German automaker is expected to put the BMW Hydrogen 7 into production in April of 2007. Pricing hasn't been announced yet, but if you have to ask...
The BMW Hydrogen 7 features a dual-power, 260HP 12-cylinder engine which allows it to use hydrogen and gasoline power. When running on hydrogen power alone, the range of the BMW Hydrogen 7 is 125 miles. Switching over to gasoline mode brings an additional 300 miles of range. Given the added weight and complexity of the car (as well as the 12-cylinder's power downgrade to 260HP from 438HP on the 760i), performance is also down. The BMW Hydrogen 7 can go from 0-60 in 9.5 seconds (as opposed to 5.4 seconds) and features a top speed of 143MPH (down from 155MPH).
The four-seat BMW Hydrogen 7 may feature a unique powertrain, but it’s still a 7-Series at heart. It features all of the luxury touches and gadgets that make the 7-Series one of the premiere luxury sedans in the world. Features like the AdaptiveDrive anti-roll stability system, automatic climate control, heated seats for all passengers, Park Distance Control, Soft Close automatic doors, night vision and adaptive headlights are all a part of the package.
BMW first showed off the potential of its 6.0 liter V12 hydrogen combustion engine in 2004 with its H2R. That vehicle was able to reach 0-60 in just 6 seconds and had a top speed of 186MPH. The German automaker is expected to put the BMW Hydrogen 7 into production in April of 2007. Pricing hasn't been announced yet, but if you have to ask...
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