BMW 7 Series Maintenance Costs
A BMW 7 Series will cost about $14,769 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This is more than the industry average for luxury sedan models by $5,044. There is also a 40.39% chance that a 7 Series will require a major repair during that time. This is 13.82% worse than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
An extended warranty is strongly recommended.
$4,761
Cost of maintenance/repair in the first five years.
This is less than the industry average for luxury Sedan models by $14,768.
3%
Chance that this car will need a major repair in its first five years.
This is 40% better than similar vehicles in this segment.
Warranty Score:
BMW 7 Series
The lower your score, the more likely you are to use a warranty within the first 10 years of your car’s life. An extended warranty is strongly recommended.
This value is determined by the cost of maintenance and the likelihood of repair values.
Get QuoteBMW 7 Series Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4.17% | $632 |
| 2 | 6.91% | $733 |
| 3 | 7.75% | $891 |
| 4 | 13.69% | $1,147 |
| 5 | 19.61% | $1,358 |
| 6 | 22.06% | $1,691 |
| 7 | 23.80% | $1,949 |
| 8 | 30.77% | $2,048 |
| 9 | 34.00% | $2,115 |
| 10 | 40.39% | $2,205 |
| 11 | 62.56% | $2,335 |
| 12 | 77.82% | $2,539 |
BMW 7 Series Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 15,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 16,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 25,000 | Brake Pads Replacement |
| 30,000 | Service Battery/cables, Brake Pads Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 32,000 | Replace Air Filter, Service Battery/cables, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 45,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter, Spark Plugs Replacement |
| 48,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 50,000 | Brake Pads Replacement |
| 60,000 | Replace Air Filter, Service Battery/cables, Brake Pads Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 64,000 | Replace Air Filter, Service Battery/cables, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 75,000 | Brake Pads Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 80,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 90,000 | Service Battery/cables, Brake Pads Replacement, Spark Plugs Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 96,000 | Replace Air Filter, Service Battery/cables, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 100,000 | Brake Pads Replacement, Spark Plugs Replacement, Transmission Fluid Service, Oxygen Sensor Replacement |
| 105,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 112,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 120,000 | Replace Air Filter, Service Battery/cables, Brake Pads Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter, Oxygen Sensor Replacement |
| 125,000 | Brake Pads Replacement |
| 128,000 | Replace Air Filter, Service Battery/cables, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 135,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter, Spark Plugs Replacement |
| 144,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 150,000 | Service Battery/cables, Brake Pads Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
What About BMW 7 Series Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a BMW 7 Series is about $4,926 per year. This adds up to around $24,630 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a BMW 7 Series. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
BMW 7 Series Maintenance Rankings
We've ranked over 200 models from best to worst for Maintenance. See where the BMW 7 Series ranks for Maintenance compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the 7 Series stacks up in our rankings for Depreciation, Insurance and Overall Costs.
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