2015 BMW Alpina B7 SWB
The 2015 BMW Alpina B7 SWB is a sedan. It has a 4.4-litre turbocharged eight-cylinder engine producing 540 hp (403 kW), with an 8-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 4.2 seconds and top speed is 190 mph (306 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2015 BMW ALPINA B7 SWB
The 2015 BMW Alpina B7 SWB is one of the last examples of the F01-based Alpina B7, the standard-wheelbase saloon that Alpina developed from the 7 Series. It uses a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 producing 540 hp and 538 lb-ft (730 Nm), mated to an eight-speed automatic and, in this entry, rear-wheel drive.
End of the F01 generation
The 2015 model year marked the end of the line for this generation of 7 Series, with the all-new G11/G12 range arriving soon after. As a late car, the 2015 B7 carries the full post-facelift specification introduced for 2013, and it represents the mature form of the F01-based B7 after several years of production.
Character and practicality
The B7 was designed as a fast grand tourer with four doors rather than a track car. The V8 delivers huge mid-range thrust, and Alpina’s suspension tuning favours comfort at speed. With a 3,070 mm wheelbase the SWB still offers generous rear space, a large boot and a full set of luxury equipment, including the 7 Series’ driver-assistance and infotainment options of the period.
Buying one today
Look for evidence of regular oil changes and careful cooling-system maintenance, as the twin-turbo V8 runs hot. Air-suspension parts, electronic modules and the costly Alpina wheels and tyres are other points to check. Original Alpina trim and badging should be present and intact.
Rivals
In 2015 the B7 competed with the Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG, the Audi S8 and the Porsche Panamera GTS.
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed October 31, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | BMW | Model | Alpina B7 SWB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2015 | Version / Trim | BMW 2015 Alpina B7 SWB |
| 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 | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Engine | 4.4L 8-cyl Turbo | Engine Size | 4,400 cc |
| Power | 540 hp / 403 kW | Torque | 730 Nm / 538 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 4.2 sec | Top Speed | 190 mph (306 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 16 mpg city / 24 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 3,070 mm | Kerb Weight | 2,175 kg (4,795 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2015 SEDANS
Compared with other 2015 sedans in our database, its 540 hp is 85% more than the average 2015 sedan (292 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 2.2 seconds quicker than average, and it is 31% heavier than the typical sedan.
| 2015 BMW Alpina B7 SWB | Average 2015 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 540 hp | 292 hp (169 cars) | +85% |
| Torque | 730 Nm | 382 Nm (169 cars) | +91% |
| 0–60 mph | 4.2 s | 6.4 s (172 cars) | -34% |
| Top speed | 190 mph | 141 mph (172 cars) | +34% |
| Kerb weight | 2,175 kg | 1,665 kg (194 cars) | +31% |
| Engine size | 4,400 cc | 3,009 cc (184 cars) | +46% |
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 2015 sedans with similar power to the 2015 BMW Alpina B7 SWB.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 BMW Alpina B7 SWB | 540 hp | 4.2 s | 2,175 kg |
| 2015 Ferrari California T | 552 hp | 3.8 s | 1,735 kg |
| 2015 Audi S8 | 520 hp | 4.0 s | 2,045 kg |
| 2015 Rolls-Royce Ghost | 563 hp | 4.9 s | 2,490 kg |
| 2015 Nissan GT-R | 565 hp | 2.7 s | 1,752 kg |