The latest prototype of the next redesigned BMW 7-Series has been spotted on the streets of Munich and our favorite artist Christian Schulte has produced these latest renderings to give us a better idea of what we can see next year. As you can see from these latest photo renderings, the next BMW 7-Series will have a new grille with a large BMW-style kidney (taking hints from the CS Concept) and a wider and lower hood for a sportier look. The sedan appears to be a little bigger than the current generation.

Sources say that the next-generation BMW 7-Series will have an even more elegant look than ever before. The interior of the 2009 BMW 7-Series will also see major upgrades. Rumors are floating of a new iDrive system with a more user friendly navigation system incorporating Google Maps and iPhone connectivity. The gear lever will return to the center instead of sitting next to the indicators.

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Engine specifications will start from a 3.0 liter engine producing up to 272 horsepower and a new S65 V8 engine producing 414 horsepower. A revamped version of the 6.0 liter V12 engine is also expected.

The car will make its official debut in 2008 as a 2009 model year.

Photo Renderings: 2009 BMW 7-Series:

Photo Renderings Copyright ©2007 Christian Schulte Design for eGMCarTech.

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