The new BMW 7 Series – Highlights (04/2022).
BMW is steering the luxury vehicle sector into a transformative era, driven by advancements in sustainability and digitalization. The new Bmw 7 Series embodies this evolution, presenting innovative approaches to driving enjoyment, unparalleled comfort for long journeys, and a cutting-edge digital experience. At the heart of this reimagining is the BMW i7, an all-electric luxury sedan seamlessly integrated into the model lineup. The BMW i7 exemplifies the fusion of an exclusive driving experience and supreme on-board well-being with a steadfast dedication to sustainability.
This generational shift at the pinnacle of BMW’s offerings introduces a redefined concept of luxury. This new luxury prioritizes the individual, acknowledging personal preferences, needs, and emotions. Beyond presence, elegance, and exceptional premium quality, a progressive mindset prevails. This is marked by innovations that directly enhance user interaction, extensive connectivity, and industry-leading vehicle sustainability. The design of the new BMW 7 Series caters to a contemporary demographic that is committed to responsible action and views personal mobility as an opportunity to savor unique moments in daily life and during travels.
An Icon of Innovation and a Landmark in BMW’s Model Offensive
The new BMW 7 Series showcases a modern aesthetic, emphasizing essential design elements both externally and internally. The front-end styling, typical for BMW luxury vehicles, establishes a clear distinction from other models within the BMW range. Groundbreaking features like the BMW Theatre Screen, the immersive BMW iDrive experience powered by the latest BMW Operating System 8, the BMW Curved Display, and the Manoeuvre Assistant for automated parking and maneuvering, underscore the progressive nature of this luxury sedan. Enhancements to comfort and the unique in-car entertainment system are complemented by the Executive Lounge rear seating option. This features an optimized reclining position and new BMW Individual Merino leather/cashmere wool interior trim, pioneering a new level of in-cabin well-being.
The new BMW 7 Series – Highlights (04/2022).
Forty-five years after the BMW 7 Series first debuted, this seventh generation model emerges as the most sophisticated and innovative vehicle in the luxury segment. Its overall design coherence is unmatched, setting it apart from competitors. The BMW 7 Series once again stands as a testament to the BMW Group’s innovative prowess.
The global premiere of the new BMW 7 Series in April 2022, followed by its market launch starting in November 2022, are pivotal milestones in the brand’s current luxury segment model offensive.
Market-Specific Powertrain Options and Heritage-Rich Production
The new BMW 7 Series is engineered to appeal to discerning customers in a globalized market. This is reflected in its market-specific powertrain portfolio, including exclusive offerings for China, BMW’s largest sales region, and a diesel variant for Europe.
This new generation of BMW luxury sedans introduces a new dimension of spaciousness. Unlike previous models, the new BMW 7 Series will be available worldwide exclusively in a long-wheelbase configuration, maximizing rear passenger space. Its diverse character is shaped by specific design elements and powertrain choices. The BMW 7 Series range now also encompasses models from BMW i and BMW M brands, emphasizing its wide spectrum of attributes – from elegant, modern, and sustainable to expressive, sporty, and dynamic.
For the first time, the new BMW 7 Series offers a choice of combustion engines, plug-in hybrid systems, and all-electric drive. This powertrain diversity is enabled by a newly developed flexible vehicle architecture, reflecting a global model strategy for this BMW 7 Series edition. This approach allows the BMW Group to cater to individual customer needs, infrastructure considerations, and regulatory landscapes across global automotive markets. The European market launch will initially feature only the BMW i7. In the USA, China, and other selected regions, two models equipped with petrol engines and 48V mild-hybrid technology will be offered alongside the all-electric variant at launch.
Plug-in hybrid versions of the new BMW 7 Series are anticipated to arrive in numerous markets starting in early 2023. These will include the first BMW M model with a six-cylinder in-line petrol engine and plug-in hybrid drive system. A diesel engine variant with 48V mild-hybrid technology will join the European lineup shortly after the market launch. Further iterations of the all-electric BMW i7, including the future flagship BMW i7 M70 xDrive, will be introduced at a later date.
Continuing the tradition of its predecessors, the new BMW 7 Series will be manufactured at BMW Group Plant Dingolfing. This, the company’s largest European production facility, blends tradition with future-forward manufacturing and serves as BMW Group’s center of excellence for e-drive component production. The highly integrated electric drive system and high-voltage battery for the BMW i7 will also be produced there. Vehicles with combustion engines, plug-in hybrid systems, and all-electric powertrains will all be assembled on the same production line in Dingolfing. In addition to the all-electric BMW iX and the new BMW 7 Series, the BMW 8 Series luxury sports car and BMW 5 Series models are also produced at this facility.
Two BMW M Models Based on the New BMW 7 Series
The global BMW 7 Series model range will expand to include two BMW M models featuring electrified powertrains. The new BMW M760e xDrive, boasting 420 kW/571 hp output and 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque, is slated for release as early as spring 2023. Its electric motor provides a temporary power boost of 30 kW/40 hp for enhanced acceleration. M-specific exterior and interior design cues, including a distinctive twin-tailpipe exhaust system with unique geometry, emphasize the performance DNA of this BMW M plug-in hybrid model.
The future flagship model, the BMW i7 M70 xDrive, will feature an all-electric powertrain with dual motors – one on each axle – and is expected later in 2023. Its drive system will generate over 600 hp maximum output and more than 1,000 Nm (737 lb-ft) of maximum torque. This most powerful road-legal BMW model ever will accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in under 4.0 seconds. (All performance and energy consumption figures for the BMW i7 M70 xDrive are preliminary estimates based on the vehicle’s current development phase, including temporary boost.)
Unparalleled Digital Experience with BMW iDrive and Operating System 8
Driving pleasure, long-distance comfort, and the user experience in the new BMW 7 Series are significantly enhanced by the latest digital innovations. The new BMW 7 Series introduces the multi-sensory BMW iDrive vehicle experience, powered by the newest generation of BMW Operating System 8. Featuring the fully digital BMW Curved Display, the innovative BMW Interaction Bar, enhanced BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant capabilities, additional My Modes, the latest iteration of the BMW Head-Up Display, and the Augmented View function (a first for the information display behind the steering wheel), intuitive interaction between driver and vehicle reaches a new zenith.
Rear passengers are treated to a unique entertainment offering in the form of the new BMW Theatre Screen – a 31.3-inch panoramic display with 8K resolution and a 32:9 format. This screen descends from the roof, transforming the rear seating area into an exclusive private cinema on wheels. Front passengers can now also enjoy YouTube video-on-demand streaming on the control display. A 5G-compatible antenna system ensures high-speed connectivity within the new BMW 7 Series.
Enhanced Security: The BMW 7 Series Protection Vehicle Specification
A high-security variant of the new BMW 7 Series is under development and will be added to the range in 2023. Featuring a unique, fully integrated protection concept developed from the ground up, this armored model caters to the specific security needs of authorities, state representatives, and high-profile individuals requiring specialized protection.
The development of this high-security BMW 7 Series prioritizes an innovative protection concept by the BMW Group. This delivers exceptionally high security standards while maintaining the interior comfort, driving dynamics, and ride quality synonymous with the new BMW 7 Series range. Integrated development and specialized manufacturing processes at BMW Group Plant Dingolfing will ensure this high-security BMW 7 Series sets new benchmarks in its segment.
CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.
The new BMW 760i xDrive*. Fuel consumption in l/100km combined in WLTP cycle: 11,2 l/100 km, CO2 emissions in g/km combined in WLTP cycle: 255
The new BMW i7 xDrive60*. Power consumption combined in WLTP cycle: 19,6 – 18,4 kWh/100 km, Electric range: 591 – 625 km (367 – 388 miles) in WLTP cycle
The new BMW M760e xDrive*. Fuel consumption in l/100km combined in WLTP cycle: 1,3 – 1,0 l/100 km, Power consumption in kWh/100 km combined in WLTP cycle: 21,8 – 20,2 CO2 emissions in g/km combined in WLTP cycle: 29-23
The new BMW 735i (not available in Europe)*. Fuel consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 7.9 l/100 km (35.8 mpg imp), CO2 emissions combined in WLTP cycle: 182 g/km
The new BMW 740i (not available in Europe)*. Fuel consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 8.0 – 7.0 l/100 km (35.3 – 40.4 mpg imp),CO2 emissions combined in WLTP cycle: 183 – 159 g/km
The new BMW 760i xDrive (not available in Europe)*. Fuel consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 11.2 l/100 km (25.2 mpg imp),CO2 emissions combined in WLTP cycle: 255 g/km
The new BMW 740d xDrive (available from spring 2023)*. Fuel consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 6.8 – 6.1 l/100 km (41.5 – 46.3 mpg imp),CO2 emissions combined in WLTP cycle: 178 – 160 g/km
The new BMW 750e xDrive (available from spring 2023)*. Petrol consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 1.1 – 1.0 l/100 km (256.8 – 282.5 mpg imp), Electric power consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 20.8 – 19.7 kWh/100 km,CO2 emissions from petrol, combined in WLTP cycle: 25 – 22 g/km
The new BMW M760e xDrive (available from spring 2023)*. Petrol consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 1.3 – 1.0 l/100 km (217.3 – 256.8 mpg imp), Electric power consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 21.8 – 20.2 kWh/100 km,CO2 emissions from petrol, combined in WLTP cycle: 29 – 23 g/km,
* All figures are preliminary values.
