The main problem of the xCar review is there is no comparison with the competitors, the whole review is how good the car is. Basically, every new car is good on its own. Other than that, review are great. Cheers!
+Holy Mayonnaise I have to admit you're right, but I come here to fall in love with the cars. A bit like with petrolicious. It's not like I would be in the market anyhow. If you want comparisons, there are other channels for you ;)
+Holy Mayonnaise Every other reviewer is comparing it. I'm sorry but I want to learn about *the car* and only the car. I already know about it's competitors. If you don't then that's your fault, do yourself a favor and watch reviews of them before this one. I'm sick of so-called "reviews" focusing most of their time on comparing. If you want to compare, bring the other damn car out and do a comparison video. I'm sick of those videos, glad there's videos like this focusing on *the car* and only the car.
+Holy Mayonnaise I don't know, I didn't click on a video called "New 7 Series vs S-Class vs A8". I clicked on a video called "BMW 7 Series: Smarter Than You & Luxury In Every Detail". It told me how the car was smarter (than me, well that's debatable haha) and how it's luxurious. I'd say I'm pretty satisfied with the result.
Excellent review. I particularly liked the definition of what a luxury car is intended for. I like how the reviewer adapts well to what each car is designed for and reviews it on that basis - on its particular merits.
+XCARFilms not exactly. I'm actually a Mercedes fan but I like German cars. my comment was for your video not about the car :) I'd like to see a video from you guys about Mercedes CLS63 AMG which I am planning to buy.
+Maurice van too much money for Track Day car...unless you want it in a private collection... CLS63 AMG and M4 GTS are completely different cars in completely different segments..and to be honest I would go with the Turbo S or GT3 ..
Excellent review. Thanks for taking the time to appreciate the thoughtfulness and craftsmanship that goes into the BMW 7 series as well as all the technology instead of just superficial comparisons with no real contemplation of the design language and engineering vision of the car. I was surprised that even Matt Watson's review seemed a bit cheaply put together. You gave the car the respect that it deserves, best review so far.
Buying an S-class, people will mistake it to C-class, Audi A8 again it's an Audi they all look really close to eachother. but buying this 7 series you will undoubtedly standout!! and i like the Luxury/sportiness BMW offers BUT i kinda feel S class interior a bit more superior IMO. Again great review, thank you guys!
+David MuscleGuy i'm both a merceds and bmw person, more on the BMW side. However, i disagree that the 7 series in anyway stands out to the other bmw lineups, just like the S-class, it's "not much different" other than being longer than the c-class/3-series (maybe looking more like a 5 series).
Jeffrey A yeah they're close but Mercedes c next to S class is remarkably close! many many times i've mistaken s class to a C till i realize ohh that's longer.
all the mercedes owners are angry because they dont understand the tech in this car and are scared of it. the audi owners cant even see the two because of smog.
+thoravian Fanboy alert! "Ohh let's hate on every other manufacturer because we love bmw so much, even though we don't have one, and we're just poor kids sitting on UA-cam watching videos about them"
+thoravian "they dont understand the tech in this car and are scared of it." the tech is literally garbage, lmaffo! Nothing to "understand" and the fact you thing it could ever be hard to understand tells me you're a deluded fuckwit, lmaffo!!
+Behemothokun Who will deal with the depreciation then? When will people learn that you still have to pay for the depreciation even when you lease? It is calculated in the freakin lease contract! It's not like the dealership will lease a car for $30k over 2 years and then when the lease is over take back the car which has now lost $45k in value.... =l Leasing is more expensive than paying cash and the ONLY advantage of leasing is that you don't need to put up all the money for the car at once.
Yes, of course you can. My point is that your blanket statement is wrong. I've done the math and I have bought and leased many cars over the last 30 years. If you don't know what you're doing, you're going to get screwed no matter what. Leasing a car can be a great deal if you start from a position of knowledge and negotiate the price of the car FIRST, then negotiate how it will leave the dealer. In fact, I would never BUY a new car. I would only buy a CPO, and I would always get a loan because if you have good credit, the cost of the loan is nothing.
Hey XCAR, awesome review of the brand new 7 series..par with the original TopGear reviews. I'm a big fan of TG and now XCAR. Excellent reviews with class leading cinematography and background scores. Small suggestion, please include more comparative reviews as well.. And what is the soundtrack used between 00:17 - 2:18..? Love it
I was out on my bike when I spotted you guys driving this around!! I live in Grasse and the road between Saint Vallier de theiy and Seranon is a favourite even in my golf Diesel. The road is used a lot by Harry Metcalfe and yep Chris Harris, there will be some events this year for the bicentennial of the road itself., The Route Napoleon. Nice car in the flesh but would rather drive the road in a little Lotus.
Can't wait to pick one of these up for £20k in ten years time, the best part about all this cool tech coming out now is that used cars shopping in the future will be a hell of a lot more fun than it is now.
I find they look identical to their old lights. Now the adaptive Audi lights, also illegal in the US, those look and behave amazing. Unfortunately I see nothing impressive about this, the interior looks pretty plastic and cheap for this price range, though I like the rear seats. The gimmicky motion detection is silly as not one person on earth will think it's easier to twirl your finger in the air instead of keeping you hand on the steering wheel and pressing a button with your thumb. Its a feature no one wanted or asked for and which serves no purpose. The display looks unimpressive compared to similar cars, the outside looks like a long last gen 3 series...and 200hp on a 5000lb car is not fast, no matter how polite the reviewer is trying to be. Where is the competition to the s8, amg s class or XJR?
+Stijn Schutyser Yes, poor us :( And yet somehow anyone here can legally buy a flamethrower that basically shoots liquid napalm over 60 feet... But NOOOO, NOT LASUR LIGHTZZZZZ!!!
Wonderful video! Makes me want to drive one in south of France as well ;) Would it be possible to know what is the calm song at 0:30? Thanks! Keep ip upu like that, really enjoy your video guys
I'm not a Merc fan overall (except for AMG's) but I have to say that the S class since 2 gen ago it's a better car than the 7series in terms of comfort and "being special inside as a luxury sedan should be". I've been in both and I can guarantee you that the back seats of the S class Lwb are something special, nothing compares to them. Super comfy, roomy, techy, and everything is just exquisite wherever you look. The interior of the S looks enormous when sitting in the back. The 7 series (in particular the previous gen) had far less space in the back seats (I was amazed by the difference in legs space between the two Lwb models) and you feel a lot more cozy overall. So, I would invest my money in the Merc any day, not based on tastes but on real facts and the feeling you have when you are inside the car.
+philip s (Dishano) well for the next gen 6 series they are even considering making the 6 gran coupe version into the 8 series not fully decided yet but it just means the next 6 series will be a beautiful BEAST. there probably will be a 9 series coupe too more ultra luxury version
chbrules Maybe. I would personally tend to think that RR would simply make a cheaper model, but if BMW wants to fill the gap themselves, they absolutely can.
I think the Lexus ls460 is the world's most comfortable car to drive or to be driven in.. that air suspension is like riding on clouds. wow I'll never forget the 1st time I drove my 2003 ls wow what a feeling riding thru rough roads. you dnt feel the bumps and there's hardly any road feedback it's like flying..
Great preview of the new BMW 7 Series. Its such an outstanding car must have. Great work XCARFilms. The BMW can take down a merc S class but not in the performance sector.
Great review, I only just discovered XCar films and I really like what and how you are doing things. What's the title of the tune at the beginning of the film?
What a review - tremendous! Seven series is a great car. BMW really made some Nice upgrades. But for me the S-Class is the winner. For me is better looking car, with more style than BMW and have better presentation of the car than BMW.
The best interior in the class by far! Funny how everyone thinks S class is the best in class interior, the two screen layout is horrendous, it seems like they had no time to design it properly and just stuck 2 TV Screens for the hell of it.
The main problem of the xCar review is there is no comparison with the competitors, the whole review is how good the car is. Basically, every new car is good on its own. Other than that, review are great.
Cheers!
Agree
+Holy Mayonnaise I have to admit you're right, but I come here to fall in love with the cars. A bit like with petrolicious. It's not like I would be in the market anyhow.
If you want comparisons, there are other channels for you ;)
+Holy Mayonnaise Every other reviewer is comparing it. I'm sorry but I want to learn about *the car* and only the car. I already know about it's competitors. If you don't then that's your fault, do yourself a favor and watch reviews of them before this one. I'm sick of so-called "reviews" focusing most of their time on comparing. If you want to compare, bring the other damn car out and do a comparison video. I'm sick of those videos, glad there's videos like this focusing on *the car* and only the car.
+Holy Mayonnaise I don't know, I didn't click on a video called "New 7 Series vs S-Class vs A8". I clicked on a video called "BMW 7 Series: Smarter Than You & Luxury In Every Detail". It told me how the car was smarter (than me, well that's debatable haha) and how it's luxurious. I'd say I'm pretty satisfied with the result.
XCARFilms is absolutely world class
+XCARFilms are you going to review the svautobiography by any chance? Great video keep it up
A trick : watch movies at Flixzone. Me and my gf have been using it for watching a lot of movies lately.
Best 7 series ever!
Best review i've seen of this car so far.
+Fred Schriks best comment on this review
+Jonnybarbs best troll of best comment of best review!
+Mr.K best comment trying to explain whats going on ever
+a87g best, whats best thread ever, lets keep it going!
you smart, you loyal. We the best!
Excellent review. I particularly liked the definition of what a luxury car is intended for. I like how the reviewer adapts well to what each car is designed for and reviews it on that basis - on its particular merits.
awsome car .... awsome video, the soundtrack is just amazing !!! ... you sir just have a new subscriber ;)
I'll take this anytime over S class
Absolutely.
+blocksterz I'd personally go with something like the S63 Coupe just cause I think it looks awesome and it's AMG.
+zaco21 no its not unfortunately
+someusername121 I would do exactly the same but we're talking about luxury sedan here
+zaco21 that's the policy of stereotype
I feel like I just watched a Hollywood movie. Great work!
+XCARFilms not exactly. I'm actually a Mercedes fan but I like German cars. my comment was for your video not about the car :) I'd like to see a video from you guys about Mercedes CLS63 AMG which I am planning to buy.
+Zandli what about this one: www.topgear.com/car-news/tokyo-motor-show/video-bmw-m4-gts-has-493bhp-does-proper-sideways
+Maurice van too much money for Track Day car...unless you want it in a private collection...
CLS63 AMG and M4 GTS are completely different cars in completely different segments..and to be honest I would go with the Turbo S or GT3 ..
+Zandli Of course he's the singer from Linkin Park dude
Excellent review. Thanks for taking the time to appreciate the thoughtfulness and craftsmanship that goes into the BMW 7 series as well as all the technology instead of just superficial comparisons with no real contemplation of the design language and engineering vision of the car.
I was surprised that even Matt Watson's review seemed a bit cheaply put together. You gave the car the respect that it deserves, best review so far.
amazing video really loved it, just subscribed!
Buying an S-class, people will mistake it to C-class, Audi A8 again it's an Audi they all look really close to eachother. but buying this 7 series you will undoubtedly standout!! and i like the Luxury/sportiness BMW offers BUT i kinda feel S class interior a bit more superior IMO.
Again great review, thank you guys!
I agree but who buys a luxury car to stand out? It's all about the comfort.
+David MuscleGuy i'm both a merceds and bmw person, more on the BMW side. However, i disagree that the 7 series in anyway stands out to the other bmw lineups, just like the S-class, it's "not much different" other than being longer than the c-class/3-series (maybe looking more like a 5 series).
Jeffrey A yeah they're close but Mercedes c next to S class is remarkably close! many many times i've mistaken s class to a C till i realize ohh that's longer.
+RisingTsarr Prods True, if I were rich I wouldn't want to stand out. I think I'd even buy a Phaeton.
+David MuscleGuy One wise comments :)
This car is stunning, and this presenter is top notch, great reviews great presentation. Watching you is an absolute joy. Keep it up!
all the mercedes owners are angry because they dont understand the tech in this car and are scared of it. the audi owners cant even see the two because of smog.
+thoravian LMFAO, that's a good one, so f'n true!
+thoravian Fanboy alert!
"Ohh let's hate on every other manufacturer because we love bmw so much, even though we don't have one, and we're just poor kids sitting on UA-cam watching videos about them"
Tidgy ^^^ angry vw/audi owner spotted ahahahahaha
thoravian I wouldn't own an audi either, they're unreliable also, and ugly.
+thoravian
"they dont understand the tech in this car and are scared of it."
the tech is literally garbage, lmaffo! Nothing to "understand" and the fact you thing it could ever be hard to understand tells me you're a deluded fuckwit, lmaffo!!
Can't wait until this car depreciates like mad
+Luis Mendez I don't think that matters to the owners though. Most customers will just lease it probably.
+Behemothokun Who will deal with the depreciation then?
When will people learn that you still have to pay for the depreciation even when you lease? It is calculated in the freakin lease contract! It's not like the dealership will lease a car for $30k over 2 years and then when the lease is over take back the car which has now lost $45k in value.... =l
Leasing is more expensive than paying cash and the ONLY advantage of leasing is that you don't need to put up all the money for the car at once.
+Speednote10 Leasing is only more expensive than paying cash for a new car if you don't know how to properly negotiate at the dealer.
Mike V.
So you can't negotiate when paying cash?
Yes, of course you can. My point is that your blanket statement is wrong. I've done the math and I have bought and leased many cars over the last 30 years. If you don't know what you're doing, you're going to get screwed no matter what. Leasing a car can be a great deal if you start from a position of knowledge and negotiate the price of the car FIRST, then negotiate how it will leave the dealer.
In fact, I would never BUY a new car. I would only buy a CPO, and I would always get a loan because if you have good credit, the cost of the loan is nothing.
Hey XCAR, awesome review of the brand new 7 series..par with the original TopGear reviews. I'm a big fan of TG and now XCAR. Excellent reviews with class leading cinematography and background scores.
Small suggestion, please include more comparative reviews as well..
And what is the soundtrack used between 00:17 - 2:18..? Love it
I was out on my bike when I spotted you guys driving this around!! I live in Grasse and the road between Saint Vallier de theiy and Seranon is a favourite even in my golf Diesel. The road is used a lot by Harry Metcalfe and yep Chris Harris, there will be some events this year for the bicentennial of the road itself., The Route Napoleon. Nice car in the flesh but would rather drive the road in a little Lotus.
Can't wait to pick one of these up for £20k in ten years time, the best part about all this cool tech coming out now is that used cars shopping in the future will be a hell of a lot more fun than it is now.
well now is the time my guy :D
Haha poor Americans, those laser lights look dope :)
+Stijn Schutyser I bet they are allowed lasers on their guns tho ! Safety first...
How much are the futuristic laser lights to repair or replace when damaged?
I find they look identical to their old lights. Now the adaptive Audi lights, also illegal in the US, those look and behave amazing. Unfortunately I see nothing impressive about this, the interior looks pretty plastic and cheap for this price range, though I like the rear seats. The gimmicky motion detection is silly as not one person on earth will think it's easier to twirl your finger in the air instead of keeping you hand on the steering wheel and pressing a button with your thumb. Its a feature no one wanted or asked for and which serves no purpose. The display looks unimpressive compared to similar cars, the outside looks like a long last gen 3 series...and 200hp on a 5000lb car is not fast, no matter how polite the reviewer is trying to be. Where is the competition to the s8, amg s class or XJR?
+Stijn Schutyser Yes, poor us :( And yet somehow anyone here can legally buy a flamethrower that basically shoots liquid napalm over 60 feet... But NOOOO, NOT LASUR LIGHTZZZZZ!!!
+Stijn Schutyser Where r they gonna drive this car anyway? Low quality roads, low speed limits.
You guys are my current replacement for Top Gear, and when the new show comes out, I'll still watch you. Great Work
The best review of 7 series . i love this channel . this person gives the right review , opinion from a user point of view . keep it up Xcar .
Your reviews remind me of top gear, when they actually got serious over a car they genuinely liked. You just got a new subscriber!.
Wow great review, really high quality. The angles, the orator, the 7 series are so good :D
You presented it so well. Quite intrigued.
Superb video, very well done. I am glad I came across it! Do keep up the excellent work
I love the merc w222 especially when it starts production but that 7 series is completely awesome it's the best in all
Wonderful video! Makes me want to drive one in south of France as well ;)
Would it be possible to know what is the calm song at 0:30? Thanks!
Keep ip upu like that, really enjoy your video guys
I'm not a Merc fan overall (except for AMG's) but I have to say that the S class since 2 gen ago it's a better car than the 7series in terms of comfort and "being special inside as a luxury sedan should be". I've been in both and I can guarantee you that the back seats of the S class Lwb are something special, nothing compares to them. Super comfy, roomy, techy, and everything is just exquisite wherever you look. The interior of the S looks enormous when sitting in the back. The 7 series (in particular the previous gen) had far less space in the back seats (I was amazed by the difference in legs space between the two Lwb models) and you feel a lot more cozy overall. So, I would invest my money in the Merc any day, not based on tastes but on real facts and the feeling you have when you are inside the car.
Subscribed. Don't know how I've never seen your reviews. Great work mate! 🙌
These guys KNOW how to do a video. 👌
Presentation done right!
That 7 series though 😍
But BMW owns Rolls Royce so how can they say the 7 series is better than there own Luxury car RR?
***** but the 9 series will just be like an s class coupe as far as I know
+philip s (Dishano) well for the next gen 6 series they are even considering making the 6 gran coupe version into the 8 series not fully decided yet but it just means the next 6 series will be a beautiful BEAST. there probably will be a 9 series coupe too more ultra luxury version
+Yung Dro Another 8 Series? :D
A 9 Series? Yea, BMW sure doesn't care about RR... Let's see.
chbrules Maybe. I would personally tend to think that RR would simply make a cheaper model, but if BMW wants to fill the gap themselves, they absolutely can.
***** How much does it cost?
0:57 Luxury depending on your needs!!!Perfect...Driving luxury!!!Congratulations to the BMW
Best audio from mic on youtube... your engineer is a genuis.
beautiful beast, but I think the reviewer has forgot BMW owns Rolls Royce.. same group parts tech etc..The upcoming 760li will use the wraiths V12
The absolute best road tests on UA-cam (equal with Chris Harris) and better than anything on television.
The reviewer is just brilliant, great job XCARFilms.
XCAR has impeccable production quality
The new jaguar xj has that same adaptive cruise mode, it's incredible i have to say.
What a presentation, what a music. Thank you...
whats the point of gestures when there is a volume button on steering wheel
another amazing review, can't expect more than this!!!!
Can you also review the 750/760IL please ????? ,
+colintraveller
Bmw still doesn't offer the V12 760 version for the g11/g12 , but they will probably in 2016.
+XCARFilms This or the S-class?
+bingoberra18 s class ftw
The interior of it at night is soooo nice!!
Hats off to a beautifully narrated and put together video. Does justice to this superlative automobile
Way to go xcar you guys are on fire amazing 100% quality each time everytime keep up the phenomenal work all they guys at xcar👍
Best review I've seen on this car, good work!
I hope that when I can afford a BMW like this, we are still allowed to drive the car ourselves..
I think the Lexus ls460 is the world's most comfortable car to drive or to be driven in.. that air suspension is like riding on clouds. wow I'll never forget the 1st time I drove my 2003 ls wow what a feeling riding thru rough roads. you dnt feel the bumps and there's hardly any road feedback it's like flying..
ok so you're like at least 15 years behind but that's ok
loved the soundtrack!! Amazing review as EVER!
Great review as always. Cheers!!
Hi, what's up? Glad to see it clam grin
like always.... #XCARFILM rocks....!!!!
I'll take this over an s class now anyday....s class is beautiful but this is catching n in terms of gadgets, it's way ahead
beautiful car, just amazing!
Thank you Xcar for this video !
Shoutout to Gareth and Matt for filming and editing ,)
What's the music in the beginning? Great video as always. I just wait for XCAR videos to appear!
Wonderful review. I can't wait for the laser headlights to make it to the USA.
Still want one.
Nothing drives quite like a 7.. Can't wait to see the 640i sport
This is a huge step up from the old 7 Series, well done.
very nice review and presentation and what a car
Absolutely love your reviews! Truly stands out
Great preview of the new BMW 7 Series. Its such an outstanding car must have. Great work XCARFilms. The BMW can take down a merc S class but not in the performance sector.
Another awesome video! When will you guys do the new Jaguar XF though?
Nice review. ;) Love the cinematography and soundtrack. :)
Excellent review, but u forgot to mention how it slaps the Arse-Class
Surely the adaptive control is the same as the RR Ghosts system that reads the road ahead?
Great car!
Well done. Nice review XCar team. That 7 series was freakishly quiet inside.
GREAT CAR & GREAT REVIEW!
3:06 Μπορεις να οδηγησεις και χωρις να χρησιμοποιησεις το τιμονι παραμονο με κινησεις...Απιστευτο!!!
Why not use the on-wheel buttons for volume control and calls instead of the gesture system?
btw What was that lovely shade you mentioned. That color looks stunning
Nice. Now I am going to wait for the comparison with the S-Class. :)
hey~ awesome review. However I can't seem to find review for the s-class, maybe can consider to make one? cheers
Great review, I only just discovered XCar films and I really like what and how you are doing things.
What's the title of the tune at the beginning of the film?
This guy should be a new host for either Top Gear or Grand Tour
I love how the German manufacturers give the test drivers the highest trim car. Shows their confidence!
Did u said Audi i8 and i3? @ 1:10?
my Skoda Octavia parks and drives itself...but none of the other cool stuff :( keep up the good work...
What a review - tremendous! Seven series is a great car. BMW really made some Nice upgrades. But for me the S-Class is the winner. For me is better looking car, with more style than BMW and have better presentation of the car than BMW.
What a seriously nice car and a great review!
After owning a 730li and s350 i would definately buy 7 series again coz bmw is jst better built
After owning a 735li and s350 , i miss my 7 series. Definitely my next choice.
2010 A4 has an adaptive setting in the drive select menu called auto, nothing new, cool car though
Beautiful videos.
The S-Class interior feels more special tho
yea but the S-class interior is more inviting and warm, and sometimes that alone will make it sell.
+boy638 I love the Sclass's interior, they are simple and elegant and dont scream tech and complexity atall
i rode in both too, S-class feels more plush, but like u said, is subjective
+Turbo Snail you mean mercedes engineering is superior
The interior in the S class looks and feel so cheap, the interior in the 7 is pretty ugly but at least it doesn't look and feel cheap
definitely going to suggest my dad to buy one :D
0:37 any guesses what alex is thinking right there?
very well said about luxury cars
Hello, It´s very good review :) Can you send me your opinion, what car is better ? BMW 760 (new one with 6.6 l engine), MB S63 AMG ? Thank you
awesome review
Could u make a comparison video between the 7 Series , s class and a8?
The best interior in the class by far! Funny how everyone thinks S class is the best in class interior, the two screen layout is horrendous, it seems like they had no time to design it properly and just stuck 2 TV Screens for the hell of it.
Have you guys done a video on the S-Class?
A truly beautiful and luxurious car.
Love this review
What colour is it? Is it carbon black by any chance?
yep , have to agree with the rest , well done , you have another subscriber ;)
Very nice review, very good car
What camera you shoot while you driving?
0:23 Cyprus signs car
0:27 Αnd the steering whell right drive the cars in Cyprus and England
Whell wrong drive*
"Right now, my left buttock is taking a bit of a pounding" - priceless.
so what does giving the gesture recognizer the middle finger do?