| Body type: | Sedan, wagon |
| Drivetrain: | Front engine, rear drive |
| Airbag: | Driver/passenger/front side/
Head Protection System; optional rear side |
| Base curb weight, lb: | 3495 |
| Base engine: | 2.8-liter I-6, DOHC, 193 hp
4.4-liter V-8, DOHC, 282 hp |
| Opt. engines: | 5.0-liter V-8, DOHC, 400 hp |
| Brakes, f/r: | Disc/disc, ABS std. |
| Price range: | $40,000-$69,500 |
| Fuel economy, city/hwy., mpg: | 21/29 |
BMW 7 Series
Ready to do battle-literally-the 2000 BMW 740iL and 750iL can be had in new Protection Line models. That means you get bullet-resistant aramide body armoring and bullet-resistant glass, to fend off the small-arms assaults that are part and parcel of modern suburban living. Some people just don't know how to behave! The line-topping 7 Series radiates BMW performance and luxury. Engine options range from the base 740i 4.4-liter/282-horsepower V-8 to the bountiful 5.4-liter/326-horsepower V-12. Standard upgrades for 2000 include a BMW Onboard Navigation system, premium audio system, and Xenon low-beam headlights with cleaning system.
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Drivetrain: | Front engine, rear drive |
| Airbag: | Driver/passenger/front side/
Head Protection System; optional rear side |
| Base curb weight, lb: | 4255 |
| Base engine: | 4.4-liter V-8, DOHC, 282 hp |
| Opt. engine: | 5.4-liter V-12, SOHC, 326 hp |
| Brakes, f/r: | Disc/disc, ABS std. |
| Price range: | $62,500-$92,000 |
| Fuel economy, city/hwy., mpg: | 17/23 |
BMW Z3 Series
After giving power-thirsty speed-seekers a new and improved engine last year, BMW makes only minor modifications to its Z3 series for 2000. Stocked with a base 2.5-liter/170-horsepower inline-six, the cute li'l roadster pleases the eyes and the seat of the pants in equal measure. All Z3s receive new airbags, as well as some external freshening-including new wheels and slight styling tweaks. The Z3 is also available as a 2.8-liter/193-horsepower roadster or coupe, which hits 60 mph in 6.3 seconds with a manual transmission. If you really crave thrills, opt for the 3.2-liter/240-horsepower, smooth-handling M roadster or coupe and you'll jump to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds.
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