BMW i7

2026 BMW i7 50 xDrive M SPORT PRO (G70 LCI) — UNITED KINGDOM SPECIFICATION

Engine and Drivetrain

The i7 50 xDrive uses BMW's fifth-generation eDrive powertrain with a permanently excited synchronous electric motor on each axle, giving electronically controlled xDrive all-wheel drive without a mechanical link between the axles. Combined system output is 335 kW (455 PS) with 660 Nm of combined torque, delivered through a single-speed fixed-ratio transmission. BMW quotes 5.5 seconds for 0-62 mph and an electronically limited top speed of 130 mph (209 km/h). The high-voltage lithium-ion battery has a gross capacity of 118.1 kWh and a usable capacity of 112.5 kWh, introduced with the G70 LCI facelift in place of the earlier 105.7 kWh pack.

Charging and Range

WLTP range for this specification is quoted at 434 miles (approximately 698 km). Maximum DC charging power is 250 kW, which BMW states will take the battery from 10 to 80 percent in approximately 32 minutes. AC charging is supported at 2.3 kW on a three-pin domestic plug and at 7.4 kW and 22 kW on a wallbox or public charge point, with a full charge on a domestic supply taking approximately 17 hours 15 minutes. CO2 emissions at the tailpipe are 0 g/km.

Chassis, Steering and Brakes

The car runs air suspension with automatic self-levelling on both axles and electronically controlled dampers, combined with Integral Active Steering which turns the rear wheels to sharpen low-speed manoeuvring and stabilise high-speed lane changes. Braking is by electrically actuated discs with regenerative blending and adaptive recuperation that varies the level of energy recovery according to navigation and sensor data.

Dimensions and Capacities

Overall length is 5,391 mm, width 1,950 mm excluding mirrors and height 1,544 mm, on a 3,215 mm wheelbase. Kerb weight is approximately 2,640 kg. Boot capacity is 500 litres; there is no front luggage compartment. Seating is for five in a four-door saloon body.

Exterior

This unit is finished in Tanzanite Blue metallic with the M Sport Pro package, BMW Individual high-gloss Shadowline exterior trim and 21-inch Style 1098 M Aero cross-spoke alloy wheels. It carries the BMW Iconic Glow illuminated kidney grille, adaptive LED headlights, the Sky Lounge panoramic glass roof with its illuminated pattern, sun protection glass and flush automatic door handles operating the automatic soft-close doors on all four apertures.

Interior and Seating

The cabin is trimmed in BMW Individual Smoke White Merino leather with fine-wood Oak mirror-finish trim and an anthracite Alcantara headliner. The car is specified with the Executive Lounge Package, which adds the reclining rear seat with extending footrest behind the front passenger, and the Rear Comfort Package comprising multifunctional, ventilated and massaging rear seats with the Executive Lounge rear console. The Front Comfort Package adds front massage and ventilation together with Climate Comfort laminated windows. Climate control is four-zone.

Infotainment and Connectivity

The dashboard carries the BMW Curved Display combining a 12.3-inch instrument cluster with a 14.9-inch control display, running BMW Operating System 8.5 with the Panoramic iDrive layout introduced at the LCI. Rear passengers are served by the BMW Theatre Screen, a 31.3-inch 8K panoramic display that folds down from the headliner with Amazon Fire TV integration. Audio is the Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system. The BMW Interaction Bar spans the dashboard and front door cards with backlit crystalline surfaces and touch-sensitive climate controls. Digital Key Plus, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a head-up display are fitted.

Driver Assistance and Safety

The car is specified with Motorway Assistant, which permits hands-off driving on suitable divided roads under driver supervision, together with Parking Assistant Professional including remote-controlled manoeuvring and the recording of repeated parking routines. Standard driver assistance includes active cruise control with Stop and Go, steering and lane control assistant, front collision warning with city braking, lane departure warning, blind-spot detection, front and rear cross-traffic warning, evasion assistant and Surround View with 3D and Remote 3D imaging. The BMW 7 Series range on which the i7 is based holds a five-star Euro NCAP rating from 2022.

Performance Summary

Combined output 335 kW (455 PS) and 660 Nm; 0-62 mph in 5.5 seconds; top speed 130 mph; WLTP range 434 miles; 250 kW peak DC charging; 0 g/km CO2.