2026 BMW 7 Series
The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Complaints filed fell from 2 in 2025 to 0 in 2026.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2026 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,750–3,900 | 2,750–3,900 | 2,750–3,900 | 2,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 20–28 | 20–28 | 20–28 | 27 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 18–25 / 25–31 | 18–25 / 25–31 | 18–25 / 25–31 | 24 / 31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 317–427 | 317–427 | 317–427 | 327 | |
| Complaints filed | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2026 BMW 7 Series have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2026 BMW 7 Series get?
EPA rates it 20–28 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 BMW 7 Series?
EPA estimates $2,750–$3,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 25 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | $2,750 (low) | 317 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 24 mpg | 31 mpg (high) | 27 mpg | $2,850 | 326 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 18 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,900 (high) | 427 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity | Large Cars | 23 mpg | 26 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,250 | 130 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls
No recalls have been issued for this model-year.