BMW 740iL vs Jaguar Vanden Plas
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas
Overview
| Spec | BMW 740iL740iL | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 740iL | Vanden Plas |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2001 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 740iL740iL | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $66,900 (best) | $76,075 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 740iL740iL | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal | 22.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 740iL740iL | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 282 hp | 300 hp (best) |
| Torque | 324 lb-ft (best) | 310 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.4 L (best) | 4.2 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 740iL740iL | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | — | 16.4 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,288 lbs | 3,871 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 124.4 in (best) |
| Length | 201.7 in | 205.3 in (best) |
| Width | 73.3 in | 76.5 in (best) |
| Height | 56.1 in | 57.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 740iL740iL | Jaguar Vanden PlasVanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 740iL | Jaguar Vanden Plas |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 740iL $66,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Vanden Plas $76,075 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 740iL Protection $99,400 MSRP | — |
BMW 740iL vs Jaguar Vanden Plas FAQ
- Which is better: 2001 BMW 740iL or 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2001 BMW 740iL vs 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2001 BMW 740iL or 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2001 BMW 740iL starts lower at $66,900.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2001 BMW 740iL or 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
- The 2001 BMW 740iL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (66,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2001 BMW 740iL or 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
- The 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
- Which has better horsepower: 2001 BMW 740iL or 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
- The 2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).