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2021Large CarsPremium

2021 BMW Alpina B7

EPA ID: 42544
17
City MPG
19
Combined MPG
19MPG· Below Avg
24
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2021 BMW Alpina B7 achieves an EPA-estimated 19 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 17 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 4.4L 8-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic (s8), this large cars features All-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2021 Alpina B7 produces approximately 456 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Alpina B7 has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $3,650, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $7,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassLarge Cars
Fuel TypePremium
Engine4.4L 8-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions456 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score3/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$3,650
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $7,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
19.6
Impact vs EPA
$-80
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$917/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$28,000
50.9%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$13,816
25.1%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$12,800
23.3%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
0.7%
Total 5-Year Cost$55,016

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #20V379000·2020-08-20
critical
Component: CHILD SEAT:TETHER: CONNECTOR/CLIP

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 740Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive, M760Li xDrive, and Alpina B7 vehicles. The top child seat tether anchor on the rear middle seat may not be readily accessible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, Section 6.1(b) "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A child restraint system placed on the vehicle's rear middle seat without utilizing the three-point safety belt, could increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a top tether anchor cover at the rear middle seating position. Until vehicles are remedied, owners will be instructed to utilize the outboard rear seating positions which are equipped with an accessible top tether anchor, or, the middle rear seating position and the vehicle's three-point safety belt. The recall began August 20, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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NHTSA FARS (Fatal Crash History) and broader generational safety trends are aggregated at the model level rather than by specific engine configurations. View the complete historical data profile for all BMW Alpina B7 configurations.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$3,650
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $7,500

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City17 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined19 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

91.2 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 113 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 7.6 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.