730iL

730iL is a model designation used by BMW to denote a long-wheelbase version of the 7 Series luxury sedan. The L suffix indicates an extended wheelbase intended to provide more rear-seat legroom and comfort, a key feature for executive use. The 730iL designation has appeared in several generations of the 7 Series, including the E23 (the original platform introduced in the late 1970s), the E32, and the E38, as well as later generations in some markets. In each case, 730iL referred to a mid-range, petrol-powered variant typically equipped with BMW’s inline-six engine and paired with a manual or automatic transmission. Drivetrain configurations have included rear-wheel drive and, in some markets, all-wheel drive.

Power output and exact displacement varied by generation and market, but the 730iL generally represented a roughly 3.0-liter inline-six offering within the 7 Series lineup, emphasizing balanced performance with passenger comfort. Design focus centered on increased rear passenger space, luxurious interior appointments, climate control, and sophisticated electronics for its era.

The name has been used unevenly across markets and generations, and in some regions the long-wheelbase variants adopted different suffixes (for example Li or Li). In contemporary BMW marketing, the 7 Series long-wheelbase variants are typically grouped under the broader 7 Series naming with model-specific designations rather than the older 730iL label.