BMW will launch a facelift 7-series in 2009. Comparing to the current model the 2009 7-series will get new a shape of the rear end. It will have to eliminate the aesthetic defects of the previous version: the frontal line is inspired by the one of the current 6-series.

As we reported yesterday the new 7-series will feature an 8-speed gearbox to compete with Lexus IS-F launched at this year's Detroit Auto Show. A hybrid version for the 7-series is also expected.