BMW i7: a luxury electric car for technology fans

In 2022, BMW presented the world i7 - the electric flagship of its model range. The car combines luxury, comfort and innovative technologies, challenging giants like the Mercedes-Benz EQS. In this review, we will find out how successful the novelty from the Bavarian concern is. You can also significantly improve your car by using BMW 7 series tuning , the accessories of which are in our catalog.

Specifications

• Engines: two versions – xDrive60 (two electric motors, all-wheel drive) and eDrive50 (one motor, rear-wheel drive).
• Power: xDrive60 – 544 hp, eDrive50 – 455 horses.
• Torque: 745 and 650 Nm, respectively.
• Acceleration from 0-100 km/h: 4.7 and 5.5 seconds.
• Maximum speed: 240 and 205 km/h.
• Battery: 101.7 kWh (useful capacity).
• Range: 590 / 575 km (according to the WLTP cycle).
• Energy consumption: 18.4-20 kWh per 100 km.
• Charging: Fast DC charging with a power of up to 195 kW allows you to charge the battery from 10% to 80% in about 34 minutes.
• Dimensions (mm): length – 5391, width – 1950, height – 1544.
• Wheel base (mm): 3215.

Equipment

The German automaker generously equipped its electric car with the latest technology:

• High-resolution digital instrument panel;
• A huge curved touchscreen of the multimedia system with the BMW iDrive 8 operating system;
• Automatic climate control system with several zones;
• Driving Assistant Professional security system complex, which includes automatic emergency braking systems, traffic sign recognition, lane control and much more;
• Panoramic roof with blackout;
• Parking assistance system with an all-round camera;
• Comfortable seats with heating, ventilation and massage function and much more.

The optional theater of the rear seats deserves a special mention - a retractable screen and a sound system turn the back of the cabin into a real movie theater.

Exterior and interior

The appearance of the BMW i7 combines the elegance of the sedan of the seventh series with the futuristic elements characteristic of electric cars. A large closed grille, thin LED headlights and stylish wheels emphasize the premium status of the car.

The interior of the sedan is a luxurious space made of high-quality materials. The front seats are the epitome of comfort: a wide range of adjustments and multifunctionality. The back row is spacious and offers passengers heated seats and a separate climate control unit. The volume of the trunk is 500 liters.