Used BMW 7 Series for Sale nearCedar Rapids, IA

How much does the BMW 7 Series cost in today's market?

Used BMW 7 Series prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The BMW 7 Series' current nationwide average price is $42,868, and its lowest point over the past year was $40,925. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the BMW 7 Series a good car?

Yes — the BMW 7 Series is a strong choice if you want a flagship luxury sedan with a polished ride, powerful performance, and a cabin that feels rich and spacious. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the 7 Series for its comfortable ride, upscale interior, and strong engines. They also highlight its advanced technology and generous rear-seat space, which help it feel especially well suited to long trips and everyday luxury driving.

Expert reviews rate the 2027 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on complex technology, expensive options, and ownership costs that can run high over time.

33.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW 7 Series models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the BMW 7 Series for its powerful performance, luxurious interior, and comfortable ride. Across the model years, it also earns strong marks for advanced technology and spaciousness, which adds to its appeal as a long-distance luxury sedan.

• Owners rate the BMW 7 Series between 1 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-documented example with a clean history and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

What should I look for when buying a used BMW 7 Series?

Across all model years, at 73.3% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Symbiotic Drive, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitors, adaptive cruise control, and the Parking Assistance Package with a surround-view camera system, parking sensors, a semi-automated parking system, and Maneuver Assistant.
• Infotainment: Panoramic iDrive with a 17.9-inch central touchscreen, a 14.6-inch Passenger Screen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and an AI-augmented voice recognition system.
• Fuel efficiency: 26 mpg combined (24 mpg city, 30 mpg highway)

Which BMW 7 Series trim should I buy?

The 2027 BMW 7 Series offers these trims:

• 740: The rear-wheel-drive 740 is the entry point, and it pairs the turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six with the new panoramic display, a 17.9-inch touchscreen, a 14.6-inch Passenger Screen, and standard driver-assistance features; it suits you if you want the newest 7 Series experience at the lowest starting price.
• 740 xDrive: The 740 xDrive adds all-wheel drive to the same 394-horsepower inline-six setup, and it’s the better pick if you want the added traction and the same core luxury and tech features.
• 750e xDrive: The 750e xDrive plug-in hybrid joins the lineup later, bringing a combined 483 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque, and it’s the best-value choice if you want electrified performance and strong efficiency.
• M760 xDrive: The M760 xDrive is the V8-powered performance model that will arrive later, and it’s the one to watch if you want the most powerful 7 Series in the lineup.

What BMW 7 Series do most buyers choose?

The BMW 7 Series years with the most listings are 2023, 2022, and 2025.

Those higher-volume years tend to be the easiest to shop because you get more inventory to compare, which can help you find the right color, equipment, and price. They also often become the most popular used picks because broader supply usually gives you more negotiating room and more chances to find a well-kept example.

What is the BMW 7 Series's resale value?

The table shows broad year-over-year price declines across the BMW 7 Series lineup, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The steepest drops are concentrated in the newer model years, while older examples are also down but by smaller percentages. That pattern suggests you can find meaningful value across much of the range, especially if you’re open to a slightly older model.

The 2016, 2015, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the BMW 7 Series safe?

• 2027: 7/10
• 2024: 8/10
• 2023: 8/10

The 2027 BMW 7 Series comes standard with Symbiotic Drive and the Parking Assistance Package, which includes a surround-view camera system, parking sensors, a semi-automated parking system, and Maneuver Assistant.

For the safest used buy, the 2023 and 2024 models both post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used BMW 7 Series now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −19.67% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −17.71%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.4% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 35.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $59,602. The BMW 7 Series offers a spacious, upscale cabin with a strong blend of comfort and driving polish.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2027 BMW 7 Series launches in rear-wheel drive (RWD) 740 and all-wheel drive (AWD) 740 xDrive specs. Both are powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six producing 394 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque, connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission and mild-hybrid system to boost fuel economy.
• Tech: Everything runs BMW’s latest Operating System X, which maintains wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto but overhauls graphics and menu layouts for a more modern look. It also incorporates an AI-augmented voice recognition system.
• Safety: What’s new for 2027 is Symbiotic Drive, software that aims to blend the operation of these aids with a driver’s own inputs.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $101,350 for the RWD 740 and $104,350 for the AWD 740 xDrive.

If you're buying used today, the 2023 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2022 BMW 7 Series compare to the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.