Alpina B7: Generations, Engines and Specifications
The Alpina B7 catalogue covers eight generations. The recorded production period begins in 1978, while the latest sixth-generation restyling starts in 2019 and has no stop date in the supplied data. Most generations use a Sedan body, although the second generation is listed as a Coupe.
Overview
The Alpina B7 catalogue covers eight generations. The recorded production period begins in 1978, while the latest sixth-generation restyling starts in 2019 and has no stop date in the supplied data. Most generations use a Sedan body, although the second generation is listed as a Coupe.
Across its history, the B7 moved from inline six-cylinder engines and five-speed Manual transmissions to V-shaped eight-cylinder engines, eight-speed Automatic transmissions and AWD. The catalogue includes engine outputs from 245 hp to 608 hp and recorded top speeds from 240 km/h to 330 km/h.
Generations
First generation (1978–1982). This Sedan has two versions, both with the exact catalogue names 3.0 MT and 3.5 MT. They produce 300 hp and 330 hp respectively, use five-speed Manual gearboxes and have RWD.
Second generation (1984–1988). The only Coupe generation contains four versions: 3.0 MT with 300 hp, 3.4 MT with 320 hp, 3.5 MT with 245 hp, and 3.5 MT with 330 hp. All have six-cylinder Inline engines, five-speed Manual transmissions and RWD. The identical 3.5 MT names are distinguished by their 245 hp and 330 hp outputs.
Third generation (1984–1987). This Sedan has one 3.4 AT version. It combines a 320 hp six-cylinder Inline engine with a five-speed Automatic transmission and RWD.
Fourth generation (2003–2008). The fourth-generation Sedan contains two 4.4 AT entries, both rated at 500 hp and 700 Nm. Their modification records run from 2005 to 2008, and both use six-speed Automatic transmissions and RWD. Their listed kerb weights distinguish them: 1,990 kg and 1,970 kg.
Fifth generation (2010–2016). The original 2010–2012 Sedan has three 4.4 AT versions, all producing 507 hp and 700 Nm. Two are RWD and one is AWD. The 2013–2016 restyling remains within the fifth generation and adds four 4.4 AT records, each with 540 hp and 730 Nm. The restyled selection includes both RWD and AWD configurations, with Euro 5 and Euro 6 entries.
Sixth generation (2016 onward in the supplied data). The 2016–2019 Sedan has one 4.4 AT, rated at 608 hp and 800 Nm. The restyling starts in 2019 and retains one 4.4 AT with the same 608 hp and 800 Nm. Both use eight-speed Automatic transmissions and AWD, but the recorded acceleration, top speed, consumption, suspension and compression ratio differ.
Engines and Specs
| Generation and version | Power | Torque | Displacement | Fuel | Cylinders/layout | Boost | Gearbox | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First, 3.0 MT | 300 hp | 462 Nm | 2,986 cc | Gasoline, 92 | 6, Inline | Turbo | 5-speed Manual | RWD |
| First, 3.5 MT | 330 hp | 500 Nm | 3,453 cc | Gasoline, 92 | 6, Inline | Turbo | 5-speed Manual | RWD |
| Second, 3.0 MT | 300 hp | 462 Nm | 2,986 cc | Gasoline, 92 | 6, Inline | Turbo | 5-speed Manual | RWD |
| Second, 3.4 MT | 320 hp | 520 Nm | 3,430 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 6, Inline | No | 5-speed Manual | RWD |
| Second, 3.5 MT, 245 hp | 245 hp | 320 Nm | 3,453 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 6, Inline | No | 5-speed Manual | RWD |
| Second, 3.5 MT, 330 hp | 330 hp | 500 Nm | 3,453 cc | Gasoline, 92 | 6, Inline | Turbo | 5-speed Manual | RWD |
| Third, 3.4 AT | 320 hp | 520 Nm | 3,430 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 6, Inline | No | 5-speed Automatic | RWD |
| Fourth, 4.4 AT, 1,990 kg | 500 hp | 700 Nm | 4,398 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 8, V-shaped | Turbo | 6-speed Automatic | RWD |
| Fourth, 4.4 AT, 1,970 kg | 500 hp | 700 Nm | 4,398 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 8, V-shaped | Turbo | 6-speed Automatic | RWD |
| Fifth 2010–2012, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,070 kg | 507 hp | 700 Nm | 4,395 cc | Gasoline, 98 | 8, V-shaped | Turbo | 6-speed Automatic | RWD |
| Fifth 2010–2012, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,040 kg | 507 hp | 700 Nm | 4,395 cc | Gasoline, 98 | 8, V-shaped | Turbo | 6-speed Automatic | RWD |
| Fifth 2010–2012, 4.4 AT, AWD | 507 hp | 700 Nm | 4,395 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 8, V-shaped | Turbo | 6-speed Automatic | AWD |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,040 kg | 540 hp | 730 Nm | 4,395 cc | Gasoline, 98 | 8, V-shaped | Turbo | 8-speed Automatic | RWD |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, AWD, 2,130 kg | 540 hp | 730 Nm | 4,395 cc | Gasoline, 98 | 8, V-shaped | Turbo | 8-speed Automatic | AWD |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,070 kg | 540 hp | 730 Nm | 4,395 cc | Gasoline, 98 | 8, V-shaped | Turbo | 8-speed Automatic | RWD |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, AWD, 2,160 kg | 540 hp | 730 Nm | 4,395 cc | Gasoline, 98 | 8, V-shaped | Turbo | 8-speed Automatic | AWD |
| Sixth 2016–2019, 4.4 AT | 608 hp | 800 Nm | 4,395 cc | Gasoline, 98 | 8, V-shaped | Turbo | 8-speed Automatic | AWD |
| Sixth restyling, 4.4 AT | 608 hp | 800 Nm | 4,395 cc | Gasoline, 98 | 8, V-shaped | Turbo | 8-speed Automatic | AWD |
Performance and Economy
| Generation and version | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First, 3.0 MT | 6.5 s | 256 km/h | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| First, 3.5 MT | 5.9 s | 260 km/h | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second, 3.0 MT | 6.8 s | 250 km/h | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second, 3.4 MT | 5.8 s | 265 km/h | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second, 3.5 MT, 245 hp | 6.9 s | 240 km/h | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second, 3.5 MT, 330 hp | 6.1 s | 267 km/h | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Third, 3.4 AT | not measured | 262 km/h | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Fourth, both 4.4 AT versions | 5.5 s | 300 km/h | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Fifth 2010–2012, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,070 kg | 4.8 s | 280 km/h | 17.7 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km | 11.9 L/100 km |
| Fifth 2010–2012, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,040 kg | 4.7 s | 280 km/h | 17.7 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km | 11.9 L/100 km |
| Fifth 2010–2012, 4.4 AT, AWD | 4.8 s | 300 km/h | 17.6 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,040 kg | 4.6 s | 312 km/h | 13.5 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 9.9 L/100 km |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, AWD, 2,130 kg | 4.5 s | 310 km/h | 14.3 L/100 km | 8.2 L/100 km | 10.4 L/100 km |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,070 kg | 4.7 s | 312 km/h | 13.5 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 9.9 L/100 km |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, AWD, 2,160 kg | 4.6 s | 310 km/h | 14.3 L/100 km | 8.2 L/100 km | 10.4 L/100 km |
| Sixth 2016–2019, 4.4 AT | 3.7 s | 310 km/h | 14.7 L/100 km | 7.9 L/100 km | 10.4 L/100 km |
| Sixth restyling, 4.4 AT | 3.6 s | 330 km/h | 15.9 L/100 km | 8.3 L/100 km | 11.1 L/100 km |
The quickest recorded B7 is the sixth-generation restyled 4.4 AT, reaching 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds. It is 0.1 second quicker than the preceding version and has a 20 km/h higher top speed. The lowest measured combined consumption is 9.9 L/100 km, recorded for two RWD fifth-generation restyled versions.
The data provide 0–100 km/h times rather than 0–60 mph figures, so 0–60 performance is not measured.
Dimensions and Weight
No exterior length, width or height is supplied, so each is not measured.
| Generation and version | Kerb weight | Gross weight | Ground clearance | Tank | Wheel sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First, 3.0 MT | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| First, 3.5 MT | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second, all four versions | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Third, 3.4 AT | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Fourth, 4.4 AT, 1,990 kg | 1,990 kg | 2,535 kg | not measured | 88 L | not measured |
| Fourth, 4.4 AT, 1,970 kg | 1,970 kg | 2,515 kg | not measured | 88 L | not measured |
| Fifth 2010–2012, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,070 kg | 2,070 kg | 2,690 kg | 130 mm | 82 L | 245/35 R21; 285/30 R21 |
| Fifth 2010–2012, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,040 kg | 2,040 kg | 2,660 kg | 130 mm | 82 L | 245/35 R21; 285/30 R21 |
| Fifth 2010–2012, 4.4 AT, AWD | 2,130 kg | 2,750 kg | not measured | 82 L | not measured |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,040 kg | 2,040 kg | 2,660 kg | not measured | 80 L | 245/35 R21; 285/30 R21 |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, AWD, 2,130 kg | 2,130 kg | 2,750 kg | not measured | 80 L | 245/35 R21; 285/30 R21 |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, RWD, 2,070 kg | 2,070 kg | 2,690 kg | not measured | 80 L | 245/35 R21; 285/30 R21 |
| Fifth restyling, 4.4 AT, AWD, 2,160 kg | 2,160 kg | 2,780 kg | not measured | 80 L | not measured |
| Sixth 2016–2019, 4.4 AT | 2,110 kg | 2,735 kg | 110 mm | 78 L | 255/40 R20; 295/35 R20 |
| Sixth restyling, 4.4 AT | not measured | not measured | not measured | 78 L | 255/40 R20; 295/35 R20 |
Which Version to Choose?
For the strongest performance, the sixth-generation restyled 4.4 AT is the numerical choice: 608 hp, 800 Nm, 3.6 seconds to 100 km/h and 330 km/h. The earlier sixth-generation 4.4 AT matches its power and torque while using 0.7 L/100 km less fuel on the combined cycle, but it is 0.1 second slower to 100 km/h and 20 km/h slower at maximum speed.
Within the fifth-generation restyling, the RWD 4.4 AT entries have the lowest recorded combined consumption at 9.9 L/100 km and the highest top speed at 312 km/h. The quicker AWD alternative reaches 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, a 0.1-second advantage over the 2,040 kg RWD record, although its combined consumption is 0.5 L/100 km higher and its top speed is 2 km/h lower.
Among the early Manual versions, the first-generation 3.5 MT offers 330 hp, 500 Nm and a 5.9-second 0–100 km/h time. The second-generation 3.4 MT is 0.1 second quicker and has 20 Nm more torque, while the second-generation 330 hp 3.5 MT has the highest early-model top speed at 267 km/h. Buyers comparing prices, cars for sale, production totals, interior equipment, engine codes, reliability or engine problems will need another source, because those details are not measured in the supplied catalogue data.