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2012 BMW Alpina B7 LWB xDrive
The 2012 BMW Alpina B7 LWB xDrive is a sedan. It has a 4.4-litre turbocharged eight-cylinder engine producing 500 hp (373 kW), with a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 4.2 seconds and top speed is 190 mph (306 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | BMW | Model | Alpina B7 LWB xDrive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2012 | Version / Trim | BMW 2012 Alpina B7 LWB xDrive |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Alpine White, Jet Black, Black Sapphire Metallic, Alpina Blue Metallic, Alpina Green Metallic, Space Gray Metallic, Glacier Silver Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, Carbon Black Metallic, Individual Colours available |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Germany |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Engine | 4.4L 8-cyl Turbo | Engine Size | 4,400 cc |
| Power | 500 hp / 373 kW | Torque | 700 Nm / 516 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 4.2 sec | Top Speed | 190 mph (306 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 14 mpg city / 20 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | — | Kerb Weight | 2,175 kg (4,795 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2012 SEDANS
Compared with other 2012 sedans in our database, its 500 hp is 81% more than the average 2012 sedan (276 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 2.8 seconds quicker than average, and it is 34% heavier than the typical sedan.
| 2012 BMW Alpina B7 LWB xDrive | Average 2012 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 500 hp | 276 hp (119 cars) | +81% |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 355 Nm (119 cars) | +97% |
| 0–60 mph | 4.2 s | 7.0 s (121 cars) | -40% |
| Top speed | 190 mph | 137 mph (121 cars) | +39% |
| Kerb weight | 2,175 kg | 1,623 kg (138 cars) | +34% |
| Engine size | 4,400 cc | 3,193 cc (135 cars) | +38% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2012 sedans with similar power to the 2012 BMW Alpina B7 LWB xDrive.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 BMW Alpina B7 LWB xDrive | 500 hp | 4.2 s | 2,175 kg |
| 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | 505 hp | 5.1 s | 2,685 kg |
| 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 453 hp | 5.4 s | 2,710 kg |
| 2012 Nissan GT-R | 565 hp | 2.7 s | 1,752 kg |
| 2012 Tesla Model S | 416 hp | 2.7 s | 2,069 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Memory Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Navigation System
Head-Up Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
360-Degree Camera
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Sunroof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Adaptive Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start