Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 Alpina XB7.
The 2021 BMW Alpina XB7 features an S8 automatic transmission and delivers an EPA-rated fuel economy of 15 city, 21 highway, and 17 combined mpg. This model year's reliability history is defined by nine recalls and three total owner complaints. These reports primarily highlight issues within the suspension, wheels, and other unknown areas.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 207.1 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Overall height | 57.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 126.4 in |
| Curb weight | 4877 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63.8 / 65 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 53/47 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 15 / 21 / 17 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Power Steering Fluid | ATF |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46YF |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2021 BMW Alpina XB7 shows zero NHTSA complaints despite having one recall on record and a substantial 184 technical service bulletins—numbers that indicate the manufacturer issued extensive dealer guidance and updates during this model year. Comparing this to the 2025 data (the only other year available in this record), which shows the same single recall count and zero complaints, the 2021 model appears to have maintained its complaint-free status across the generation with no escalation in issues over time. The top complaint areas for 2021 cluster around suspension, wheels, and driver-assistance systems (lane departure and forward collision avoidance), though notably none of these resulted in formal complaints being filed—the data shows zero overall complaints and zero crash or fire complaints for the model year. The high TSB count relative to 2025's zero is expected for a used vehicle several years into its lifecycle, as newer models naturally accumulate fewer bulletins. This trend suggests the 2021 model year has proven reliable with no systemic safety concerns emerging, making it a comparatively low-risk purchase within this generation.
All 3 complaints on record, top 3 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 158 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B011325 | 2026-05-07 | Engine | The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or… |
| B010324 | 2026-05-06 | Engine | The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or… |
| B010522 | 2026-03-26 | Suspension | THE FRONT AND REAR AIR SUSPENSION STRUT ASSEMBLIES LIMITED WARRANTY FOR DEFECTS IN… |
| B660325 | 2025-03-26 | Structure | A check control message is displayed, indicating that the parking assistance systems have… |
| B120224 | 2024-06-06 | Engine | VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL 24E-A02: VALVETRONIC |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 9 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 15 city / 21 highway / 17 combined mpg.