Model year guide

2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints1
Combined25 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 recalls 1

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #17V379000 · 14/06/2017

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,300
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume115 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Fuel only$16,500
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 trims & engines on record

Trims
740Li
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 350 hp

2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles on record

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Other BMW ActiveHybrid 7 model years

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2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 get?

The 2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 25 mpg combined (22 city / 30 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.