Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2015
NewestThe 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 presents a mixed bag for used car buyers; while it offers luxury and advanced technology, potential buyers must be aware of the significant risk associated with hybrid system component degradation, which can lead to costly repairs.
2014
The 2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to a significant number of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) and one recall.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the BMW ActiveHybrid 7?
Carfocal currently has 2 published ActiveHybrid 7 reports, covering 2014 through 2015. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 presents a mixed bag for used car buyers; while it offers luxury and advanced technology, potential buyers must be aware of the significant risk associated with hybrid system component degradation, which can lead to costly repairs.
Published year coverage: 2014, 2015.
Is the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every BMW ActiveHybrid 7. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2015 bmw activehybrid 7 presents a mixed bag for used car buyers; while it offers luxury and advanced technology, potential buyers must be aware of the significant risk associated with hybrid system component degradation, which can lead to costly repairs. and the 2015 bmw activehybrid 7's value proposition is heavily influenced by its complex hybrid system and the associated potential for expensive repairs. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
2 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the BMW ActiveHybrid 7?
Across Carfocal's published ActiveHybrid 7 guides, recurring problem areas include Hybrid Battery Replacement, Electric Drive Inverter Repair/Replacement, and Water Pump Replacement. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Hybrid Battery Replacement, Electric Drive Inverter Repair/Replacement, and Water Pump Replacement.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 2
- Years tracked
- 2
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints