BMW i7 EV – Price, Top Speed, Range, Features, Variants, Colours

BMW India has unveiled its flagship electric sedan, BMW i7, in the Indian market. It is priced at ₹ 2.03 crore (ex-showroom, India). The electric version was launched alongwith it’s fossil fuel counterpart at the JoyTown 2023 festival in Mumbai. This move reinforces BMW’s commitment to electric mobility in India’s luxury automotive sector.

BMW i7 Price in India

BMW i7 has come up with it’s two variants in the electric mode – BMW i7 xDrive50 M Sport which is priced at ₹ 2.03 Crore (ex showroom, India) while BMW i7 xDrive60 M Sport is priced at ₹ 2.13 Crore (ex showroom, India).

BMW i7 Top Speed

Both the variants, whether it is BMW i7 xDrive50 M Sport or BMW i7 xDrive60 M Sport generate a top speed of 250 kmph.

Design and Styling

i7 shares a striking resemblance to its fossil fuel counterpart, the 7 Series. Its design features include sharper and slimmer two-element crystal LED headlights, a larger kidney grille with illuminated surrounds and a long bonnet with bold lines. The i7 distinguishes itself with blue accents while the 7 Series receives M Sport styling. Customers can choose from a range of wheel sizes, from 20-inch alloys to 21-inch M Sport wheels with darkened exterior accents.

BMW i7 Colours

BMW i7 is available in a range of 7 colours viz., Oxide Grey metallic, BMW Individual Tanzanite Blue metallic, BMW Individual Dravit Grey metallic, Black Sapphire Metallic, Carbon Black Metallic, Mineral White metallic, M Brooklyn Grey metallic.

Oxide Grey metallic
BMW Individual Tanzanite Blue metallic
BMW Individual Dravit Grey metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Carbon Black Metallic
Mineral White metallic
M Brooklyn Grey metallic

BMW i7 Interior Features

The cabin of i7 closely resembles that of the fossil fuel powered 7 Series, offering it’s Live Cockpit Plus with the all-new iDrive 8 user interface. Notable interior elements include a curved 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and a 14.9-inch infotainment screen forming a single continuous piece of glass. An optional 31.3-inch 8K theatre screen display can be added between the front seats providing a “car theatre” experience with built-in Amazon Fire TV access.

Additionally, passengers benefit from two 5.5-inch tables mounted within the door panels. The optional Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System enhances the audio experience while seats are upholstered in Merino leather with cashmere wool accents.

Technological Advancements

The sedan is equipped with advanced driver assistance systems including a Level 2 Plus hands-free driving system with lane-centring technology and automatic lane-change functions. BMW has expanded its Parking Assistant feature enabling advanced remote smartphone parking and reverse assist.

Additionally, it offers adaptive steering for precision driving with rear-wheel steering capable of turning up to 3.5 degrees. The car also features an option to automatically lower itself for improved aerodynamics.

BMW i7 Variants

BMW has launched i7 in two lucrative variants – BMW i7 xDrive50 M Sport and BMW i7 xDrive60 M Sport. Here is a comparision between the two variants –

FeaturesBMW i7 xDrive50 M SportBMW i7 xDrive60 M Sport
Price (On Road)₹ 2.36 Crore (approx.)₹ 2.47 Crore (approx.)
EngineDual High-Performance
Electric Motors
Dual High-Performance
Electric Motors
Battery101.7 KWh101.7 KWh
Power449 Bhp544 Bhp
Torque650 Nm745 Nm
LengthxWidthxHeight
(in mm)
5391 x 1950 x 15445391 x 1950 x 1544
Wheelbase(in mm)3215 3215
Ground Clearance(in mm)136 Mm136 Mm
No. of Doors55
Seating Capacity55
Clutch TypeSingle SpeedSingle Speed
Range (Full Charge)595 Km625 Km
0 to 100 kmph5.5 Seconds4.7 Seconds
Max Speed250 kmph250 kmph

Performance and Specifications

The BMW i7 xDrive60 model is powered by two electric motors drawing energy from a 101.7 kWh battery pack. These motors deliver 536 bhp and 744 Nm of torque propelling the it from 0-100 kmph in just 4.5 seconds. BMW claims a driving range of up to 483 km (US EPA Driving Range) on a single charge with compatibility for fast charging of up to 195 kW. It’s top speed is electronically limited to 250 kmph.

Rivals

With its blend of luxurious features, cutting-edge technology and impressive performance, i7 sets a new standard for electric luxury sedans in the Indian market positioning itself as a strong competitor to models like the Mercedes-Benz EQS.

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