E23

The E23 was BMW’s first 7 Series generation and established the model as the brand’s flagship sedan. In the United States, it arrived for the 1984 model year and remained on sale through the 1988 model year. This generation set the template for later 7 Series cars with a long-wheelbase luxury focus and inline-six and V8 powertrains.

1984–1988 E23 U.S. market

Production 1984–1988

Body code E23

Body styles Sedan

Modifications 4

Modification	Engine	Power	Transmission	Drive	Years
750 series 1988–1988	Gasoline · 5.0 L · 300 hp	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	300	1988–1988	View details
7 series 1984–1984	Gasoline · 3.2 L · 176 hp	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	176	1984–1984	View details
7 series 1985–1988	Gasoline · 3.4 L · 182 hp	5-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	182	1985–1988	View details
7 series 1985–1988	Gasoline · 3.4 L · 182 hp	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	182	1985–1988	View details