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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $73,716–$95,553 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2016 BMW 7 Series is a sedan that earns a Carivo score of 6.9/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Technology at 9.3/10, while Value at 5.6/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional sedan — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 5.9/10 for reliability, this sedan trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. Safety lands at 8.1/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Performance at 6.5/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. On technology it rates 9.3/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $73,716–$95,553, 17 MPG, seating 5, the BMW 7 Series sits in the luxury tier of the sedan market. The value score of 5.6/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 10 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: The 2016 BMW 7 Series sits in the middle of the field. Until its performance and reliability and value scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2016 BMW 7 Series ranks #1118 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 15% of the segment. Its 6.9/10 overall score is 0.6 points below the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $73,716 starting price is about 166% above the segment's median of $27,664.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking →
Across the 7 Series model years we've scored, the 2016 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.3/10 | $99,904 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.3/10 | $96,995 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.2/10 | $94,085 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.2/10 | $91,175 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.1/10 | $88,265 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.1/10 | $85,355 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.0/10 | $82,445 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.0/10 | $79,535 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.0/10 | $76,626 | Read review → |
| 2016 (this review) | 6.9/10 | $73,716 | |
| 2015 | 6.9/10 | $70,806 | Read review → |
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