- I7 now locally assembled
- 8K 31.3-inch theater display for second row
BMW has launched the new 7 Series and i7 electric sedan in the Indian market and they are priced at Rs. 1.95 crore. This is a mid-life update for the models and arrives four years after this G70 generation was originally launched. Both the ICE and EV versions are now locally assembled, making India only the second nation outside Germany to assemble the EV model.
BMW i7 specifications
The biggest addition to the i7 range for India is a new M70 xDrive variant with dual motors producing 680bhp and 1100Nm. It has a WLTP claimed range of 686kms and a 0-100kmph time of 3.8 seconds. In addition, the i7 eDrive50 get an upgraded 112.5kWh battery pack and now offers a claimed range of 728kms (WLTP). The eDrive50 will be locally assembled while the M70 will be offered as a CBU and is priced at Rs. 2.65 crore.
BMW 7 Series specifications
The 7 Series will continue in its 740 guise, powered by a three-litre inline-six petrol engine producing 400bhp and 540Nm. This engine is mated to an eight-speed AT powering the rear wheels. The 0-100kmph time is 5.4-seconds and it is electronically limited to 250kmph.
Multi-screen layout
BMW is going big on screens for both the i7 and 7 Series, and they get a 14.6-inch passenger display, panoramic vision HUD that stretches from A-pillar to A-pillar, and a 31.3-inch 8K theatre screen for the rear occupants paired to a Bowers and Wilkins sound system.
Rear seat package and design highlights
The already fancy rear seat package now gets an enhanced executive lounge rear-seat experience, with reclining functionality allowing a torso angle of up to 43 degrees. In addition, BMW has also included new automatic doors with Soft Close, using radar-based technology, updated BMW Individual Merino Leather, crafted clarity glass controls and ambient lighting. Some of the major exterior design highlights include the new BMW logo, crystal headlights, illuminated kidney grille and of course, the 5.3-metre length with a wheelbase of 3.25-meters.
Competition
BMW’s flagship sedans have some solid competition in India with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan. It also goes up against some major SUVs like the Mercedes-Benz GLS, upcoming Audi Q9, BMW’s own X7, Volvo XC90 and Volvo EX90.
