Introducing the new BMW i7
The new BMW i7 takes the idea of a saloon and turns it into a fully electric luxury car. It delivers the quiet, smooth progress you expect from a flagship BMW, but the latest model also adds a more advanced cabin, stronger electric range, and rear-seat technology that makes daily use feel far more special than older large BMW saloons.
What sets the latest i7 apart is how much of its luxury works in real life. You get a large 500-litre boot for airport runs or weekly luggage, a long wheelbase that gives rear passengers genuine stretch-out space, and electric performance that suits both town driving and long motorway miles.
If you want to see how the BMW i7 feels on the road, you can book a test drive with Vertu and explore which version suits the way you drive.
New BMW i7 trim options
| Trim |
Best for |
Key features and differences |
| eDrive50 Excellence |
Drivers who want rear-wheel drive efficiency and luxury comfort |
A comfort-focused i7 with elegant styling, a strong official range, premium rear-seat space, and a smooth single-motor setup. |
| eDrive50 Excellence Pro |
Buyers who want the eDrive50 with more high-end equipment |
Builds on Excellence with extra convenience and luxury equipment, making it a smart step up if you want more day-to-day comfort without moving to dual-motor power. |
| xDrive60 Excellence |
Drivers who want all-wheel drive and a luxury-first finish |
Adds dual-motor xDrive traction, stronger acceleration, and extra confidence in poor weather while keeping the more formal Excellence look. |
| xDrive60 Excellence Pro |
Luxury-focused buyers who also want stronger performance |
Combines xDrive pace with a richer equipment level, making it a strong fit for long-distance drivers who want comfort and effortless overtaking power. |
| xDrive60 M Sport |
Drivers who prefer a sharper visual style |
Keeps the dual-motor xDrive powertrain but adds M Sport styling details and a more athletic look inside and out. |
| xDrive60 M Sport Pro |
Buyers who want sporty styling with more premium equipment |
Adds extra M Sport design touches and a fuller equipment list, giving the i7 a more assertive look without stepping into full M70 performance territory. |
| M70 xDrive |
Drivers who want the fastest and most powerful i7 |
The range flagship with M tuning, very strong acceleration, and a more performance-led setup while still delivering flagship rear-seat comfort. |
New BMW i7 running costs
| Trim |
Drivetrain |
Official WLTP range |
Charging highlights |
Running cost notes |
| eDrive50 Excellence |
Rear-wheel drive |
Up to around 376 to 387 miles |
AC home charging up to 11kW, DC rapid charging up to around 195kW |
Likely the most cost-effective i7 to run if range is your priority. |
| eDrive50 Excellence Pro |
Rear-wheel drive |
Up to around 376 to 387 miles |
AC home charging up to 11kW, DC rapid charging up to around 195kW |
Similar running costs to Excellence, with the same single-motor layout and long-range focus. |
| xDrive60 Excellence |
All-wheel drive |
Up to around 367 to 388 miles depending on wheel and trim spec |
AC home charging up to 11kW, DC rapid charging up to around 195kW |
Slightly higher energy use than eDrive50, but stronger performance and extra traction. |
| xDrive60 Excellence Pro |
All-wheel drive |
Up to around 367 to 388 miles depending on wheel and trim spec |
AC home charging up to 11kW, DC rapid charging up to around 195kW |
A strong long-distance option if you want luxury, power, and year-round confidence. |
| xDrive60 M Sport |
All-wheel drive |
Up to around 348 to 376 miles depending on final wheel setup |
AC home charging up to 11kW, DC rapid charging up to around 195kW |
Sportier trim details can affect range slightly, so this suits buyers balancing style and efficiency. |
| xDrive60 M Sport Pro |
All-wheel drive |
Up to around 348 to 376 miles depending on final wheel setup |
AC home charging up to 11kW, DC rapid charging up to around 195kW |
Similar to M Sport, with slightly more equipment and the same dual-motor character. |
| M70 xDrive |
All-wheel drive, M performance |
Around 303 to 348 miles depending on specification |
AC home charging up to 11kW, DC rapid charging up to around 195kW |
Highest performance in the range, with stronger energy use than the other trims. |
New BMW i7 safety features and rating
- Front Collision Warning with braking intervention helps reduce the chance of a frontal impact in slower traffic and on faster roads.
- Lane Departure Warning alerts you if the car starts to move out of lane without indicating.
- Active Blind Spot Detection helps when changing lanes on busy dual carriageways and motorways.
- Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go support helps keep a set gap to the car in front, which is useful in stop-start traffic.
- Parking Assistant, including a rear-view camera and parking sensors, makes this large saloon easier to place in tighter spaces.
- Surround-view camera technology gives you a clearer view around the car when manoeuvring in narrow car parks.
- The Active Protection system prepares the car if it senses an imminent collision by tightening seatbelts and closing windows where needed.
- Automatic doors use sensors to detect obstacles, which helps avoid accidental contact in tighter parking spaces.
- Multiple airbags, stability systems, and BMW's latest driver assistance technology all help give the i7 the protective feel buyers expect from a flagship model.
New BMW i7 practicality and space
- The BMW i7 offers a 500-litre boot, which is large enough for several suitcases, a weekly shop, or airport luggage.
- The long wheelbase helps create generous rear legroom, so adult passengers can sit comfortably on longer journeys.
- Rear seating feels more like a lounge than a typical saloon back seat, which is useful if you often carry passengers for work or family trips.
- Wide door openings make getting in and out easier, especially when loading children or helping older passengers.
- Cabin storage gives you practical spaces for phones, drinks, and day-to-day essentials without leaving the interior feeling cluttered.
- Supportive front seats make long motorway drives easier on your back and shoulders.
- Parking sensors and camera systems help you manage the i7's size in multi-storey car parks and tighter urban spaces.
- The low-noise electric setup keeps the cabin peaceful in traffic, which makes school runs, commuting, and late-night journeys feel less tiring.
New BMW i7 tech and convenience
- Automatic Doors: The available automatic doors can open and close using buttons, your phone, or voice control. In everyday use, that helps when your hands are full with bags, or when you want to let passengers get in without reaching for the handle. Built-in sensors help stop the doors meeting nearby obstacles in tighter spaces.
- Rear Door Touchscreens: Each rear door includes a 5.5-inch touchscreen that lets passengers control the theatre screen, blinds, seating, and climate settings. That means rear passengers can make quick adjustments for comfort without asking the driver to stop or reach across the cabin.
- BMW Theatre Screen: The large rear theatre screen turns the back of the i7 into a cinema-style space, which is especially useful on longer trips, business travel, or when you want to keep rear passengers entertained.
- My Modes and IconicSounds: Co-developed with Hans Zimmer, these settings combine sound, lighting, climate, and seat adjustments into themed modes such as Relax, Theatre, and Expressive. In everyday driving, that means you can change the whole mood of the car in seconds depending on whether you want a quieter commute, a more dramatic arrival, or a more restful passenger experience.
- BMW Curved Display: The front display setup keeps navigation, media, and vehicle information easy to read from the driver's seat.
- Wireless smartphone integration: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto help you bring your contacts, music, and maps straight into the car without extra fuss.
- Voice control: BMW's voice assistant makes it easier to adjust functions such as navigation or climate while keeping your hands on the wheel.
Can I buy a new BMW i7 on finance?
You can buy a BMW i7 on finance with Vertu, which can make it easier to step into a flagship electric BMW without paying the full cost upfront. With a car at this level, finance can also help you choose the trim and monthly budget that suits you best, whether you want to focus on rear-wheel drive efficiency, xDrive performance, or the extra presence of the M70 xDrive.
- PCP stands for Personal Contract Purchase. It can suit drivers who want lower monthly payments and the flexibility to choose what to do at the end of the agreement.
- HP stands for Hire Purchase. It can suit buyers who want to work towards ownership with fixed monthly payments.
- PCH stands for Personal Contract Hire. It can suit drivers who want to lease the car for an agreed term rather than own it.
For more detail, you can read our guide to car finance explained.
Where can I buy a new BMW i7?
If you want to experience the BMW i7 properly, visiting a BMW dealership at Vertu is the best way to compare trims, explore the cabin, and understand which version fits your driving and passenger needs. A car like the i7 makes far more sense when you can sit in the rear seats, test the technology, and see the differences between Excellence, M Sport, and M70 models in person.
Buying through Vertu also means you can rely on expert customer service before and after you buy. That includes guidance on finance, part-exchange, test drives, charging questions, and ongoing support from teams who understand BMW products.
If you are still comparing your options, you can also browse other new BMW models alongside the i7, or look through all new cars in stock to compare different electric and luxury models in one place.
New BMW i7 FAQs
Is the new BMW i7 easy to park in tight spaces?
For a large luxury saloon, the BMW i7 does a lot to make parking easier. Front and rear parking sensors, camera systems, and Parking Assistant help you place the car more accurately in narrow bays or multi-storey car parks. The automatic doors can also help in tighter spaces because their sensors are designed to detect nearby obstacles before closing.
What warranty cover should I expect on a new BMW i7?
A new BMW i7 comes with BMW's three-year unlimited mileage vehicle warranty in the UK. On top of that, the high-voltage battery is covered for up to eight years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. That extra battery cover is especially important for EV buyers who want long-term reassurance.
Which new BMW i7 trim should I choose?
The eDrive50 Excellence suits drivers who want the strongest balance of luxury and range. If you want more equipment without changing the rear-wheel drive layout, eDrive50 Excellence Pro is a sensible step up. xDrive60 Excellence and xDrive60 Excellence Pro make most sense for buyers who want all-wheel drive and stronger pace, while the M Sport versions add a more assertive visual style. If performance matters as much as comfort, the M70 xDrive is the trim that stands out.
Are the tech features of the new BMW i7 easy to use?
Yes, the i7's technology is advanced, but much of it is designed to make everyday use simpler. The curved front display keeps key information easy to read, voice control helps with common tasks while driving, and the rear door touchscreens let back-seat passengers manage their own comfort settings quickly. My Modes also make it easy to switch the feel of the cabin without digging through multiple menus.
What insurance group is the new BMW i7 in?
As a large luxury electric saloon, the BMW i7 usually sits at the top end of the insurance scale. In practice, eDrive50 trims are typically in the highest insurance groups, and xDrive60 or M70 xDrive versions also tend to sit there because of their value, performance, and repair costs. Exact pricing still depends on insurer, postcode, driver history, and final vehicle specification.
Should I choose a fixed or flexible servicing plan for a new BMW i7?
For many BMW i7 drivers, a flexible plan makes sense because annual mileage and usage can vary, and the car's service needs are monitored through BMW's systems. If you want predictable budgeting from the start, though, a fixed plan can still work well. The right option often depends on whether you prefer a set monthly cost or servicing that matches how the car is actually used. You can find more information about BMW servicing.
