Early images of 2009 BMW 7-Series leaked

Images of the redesigned 2009 BMW 7-Series have hit the web before its upcoming official launch. The new model looks strikingly better than the outgoing one.

Engines will include a 326 hp turbo inline-6 and a 400 hp turbo V8.

Available in two wheelbase lengths, the golden one is the longer version, and the black one is standard -length.

The suspension now consists of a double-wishbone front and multilink rear setup, and offers active damper settings such as comfort, normal, sports and sports-plus.

Interesting new features include upgraded active steering, now extended to all four wheels, depending on speed. Other features include night-vision, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, updated iDrive computer, rear screens and in-car internet.

The overall design is based on the CS Concept shown last year, which most thought would become a “four-door” coupe.

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