What is the Alpina B7?
The Alpina B7 is a petrol luxury saloon based on the BMW 7 Series. It combines the flagship’s spacious cabin and comfort-focused character with Alpina engineering and distinctive finishing.
Alpina was founded in 1965 and built its identity around developing BMW-based cars. The B7 brings that approach to a large luxury saloon, with a 4.4-litre petrol engine listed for both the European and US-market entries.
Generations and engine
The listed generations are the E65, for the US from 2007 to 2008; the F01, for Europe from 2010 to 2015; and the G12, for Europe from 2016 to 2020. Their codes are E65 and E66, F01 and F02, and G12 respectively.
European registration figures show a 4.4-litre petrol engine, with output reaching 447 kW (608 PS). They also list a 373 kW (507 PS) version in 2011. Across 2010–2018, the B7 recorded 218 EU registrations. The US entry also lists a 4.4-litre petrol engine.
Fuel consumption, CO₂ and markets
The US EPA rates the listed B7 at 16 MPG combined, also given as 14.7 L/100 km. This figure applies to the US entry for 2007–2008. EPA testing differs from European NEDC and WLTP procedures, so results from those markets are not directly comparable.
The B7 appears in both US and European market listings. The E65 is listed for the US, while the F01 and G12 are listed for Europe. The European figures identify engine size and output, but provide no consumption or CO₂ value to quote.
Questions and answers
What engine does the Alpina B7 have?
The listed engine is a 4.4-litre petrol unit. European output reaches 447 kW (608 PS).
What generations are listed for the B7?
The listed generations are E65 (2007–2008), F01 (2010–2015) and G12 (2016–2020).
What is the B7’s EPA fuel economy?
The US EPA figure is 16 MPG combined, also given as 14.7 L/100 km.
Does the European B7 have an official consumption figure?
There is no European consumption or CO₂ figure to quote. European test results use NEDC or WLTP, depending on the vehicle and year.
