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New BMW 7 Series revealed with really impressive tech, but can you stomach the looks?
With its two-tier headlight layout featuring ‘gremlin’ lower lamps that remind us of the pre-facelift Jeep Cherokee, it’s quite possible that this will be the most controversial BMW 7 Series since the E65 fourth-generation model of 2001. You can breathe now, Chris Bangle.
But with styling being very much a subjective thing, we’ll leave you to stew on its looks because the rest of the car is technologically very impressive. And we mean very impressive.
But perhaps the biggest departure is that for the first time ever BMW’s flagship sedan will be offered with a choice of internal combustion and all-electric drivetrains and these options will differ depending on the market. South African buyers, for instance, will initially only be able to opt for the 740i petrol model or the battery-powered i7 xDrive60.
The new BMW 740i is powered by a six-cylinder turbopetrol engine with 48V mild hybrid technology and outputs of 280kW and 520Nm.
Those seeking more power will have to go all-electric, with the i7 xDrive60 twin-motor all-wheel drive model offering 400kW and 745Nm for a 4.7-second 0-100km/h sprint time. BMW reckons the i7 is good for a range of between 590 and 625km, as per the WLTP test cycle.
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With its two-tier headlight layout featuring ‘gremlin’ lower lamps that remind us of the pre-facelift Jeep Cherokee, it’s quite possible that this will be the most controversial BMW 7 Series since the E65 fourth-generation model of 2001. You can breathe now, Chris Bangle.
But with styling being very much a subjective thing, we’ll leave you to stew on its looks because the rest of the car is technologically very impressive. And we mean very impressive.
But perhaps the biggest departure is that for the first time ever BMW’s flagship sedan will be offered with a choice of internal combustion and all-electric drivetrains and these options will differ depending on the market. South African buyers, for instance, will initially only be able to opt for the 740i petrol model or the battery-powered i7 xDrive60.
The new BMW 740i is powered by a six-cylinder turbopetrol engine with 48V mild hybrid technology and outputs of 280kW and 520Nm.
Those seeking more power will have to go all-electric, with the i7 xDrive60 twin-motor all-wheel drive model offering 400kW and 745Nm for a 4.7-second 0-100km/h sprint time. BMW reckons the i7 is good for a range of between 590 and 625km, as per the WLTP test cycle.
New BMW 7 Series revealed with really impressive tech, but can you stomach the looks?
This might prove to be the most controversial BMW 7 Series since the E65 of 2001, but the technology is seriously impressive. Let’s take a closer look:
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BMW i7 premium sedan is here, starting at $120,000
BMW's first all-electric 7 series is here. The BMW i7 is now official, alongside the combustion-engined 760i. We've seen both leaks and official teasers, which painted a comprehensive picture of what BMW's first all-electric luxury sedan will look like, but there was still a surprise.
First off, let's talk numbers. The BMW i7 xDrive60 has a 101.7 kWh battery and a pair of electric motors that combine for 536hp power output and 745nm (549 lb-ft) of torque. The i7 can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5s and continue on to reach 240 km/h (149 mph). The WLPT range is 590-625 km, while EPA is 499 km.
The battery has a WLTP consumption of 19.6-18.4 kWh and supports DC charging up to 195kW, which can add up to 170km of range in just 10 minutes of fast charging.
The surprise was the M70 xDrive version, which bumps the output to "well over" 600hp and the torque to over 1,000Nm (737 lb-ft). This will help reduce the 0-100km/h figure to just 4s. It will come with a lower 542km WLTP range, though, due to the increased 26.4 – 21.2 kWh/100km consumption.
Design-wise the BMW i7 is more conventional than the bulbous Mercedes-Benz EQS. BMW calls its design monolithic. The i7 features the split headlights premiered by the X7 - with crystal headlights on the top and the high beams hidden under a darker cover underneath.
The iconic dual kidney grille is here with an illuminated surround. There are blue accents on the alloy rims, the sills, and the bumpers, indicating that this is an electric vehicle.
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BMW's first all-electric 7 series is here. The BMW i7 is now official, alongside the combustion-engined 760i. We've seen both leaks and official teasers, which painted a comprehensive picture of what BMW's first all-electric luxury sedan will look like, but there was still a surprise.
First off, let's talk numbers. The BMW i7 xDrive60 has a 101.7 kWh battery and a pair of electric motors that combine for 536hp power output and 745nm (549 lb-ft) of torque. The i7 can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5s and continue on to reach 240 km/h (149 mph). The WLPT range is 590-625 km, while EPA is 499 km.
The battery has a WLTP consumption of 19.6-18.4 kWh and supports DC charging up to 195kW, which can add up to 170km of range in just 10 minutes of fast charging.
The surprise was the M70 xDrive version, which bumps the output to "well over" 600hp and the torque to over 1,000Nm (737 lb-ft). This will help reduce the 0-100km/h figure to just 4s. It will come with a lower 542km WLTP range, though, due to the increased 26.4 – 21.2 kWh/100km consumption.
Design-wise the BMW i7 is more conventional than the bulbous Mercedes-Benz EQS. BMW calls its design monolithic. The i7 features the split headlights premiered by the X7 - with crystal headlights on the top and the high beams hidden under a darker cover underneath.
The iconic dual kidney grille is here with an illuminated surround. There are blue accents on the alloy rims, the sills, and the bumpers, indicating that this is an electric vehicle.
BMW i7 premium sedan is here, starting at $120,000
The first electric 7-series starts at $120,000 and will ship in Q4.
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New BMW 7 Series Range Getting M760e and i7 M70 xDrive Variants Next Year
BMW has just revealed the all-new G70 7 Series and if you are after something more potent, you will have to wait for these two M-badged models coming next year.
The M760e xDrive plug-in hybrid will combine a 3.0-litre inline-six developing 375 hp (280 kW) and 520 Nm (383 lb-ft) with a 197 hp (147 kW) electric motor for a total system output of 563 hp (420 kW) and 800 Nm (591 lb-ft). This will allow the large sedan to hit 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and run to a limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) in hybrid mode. Should you wish to travel in silence on electricity only, you will be able to do this up to speeds of 140 km/h (87 mph) and cover around 80 km on a single charge.
We should also see the all-electric i7 M70 xDrive in 2023 too. The already revealed i7 xDrive60 delivers 536 hp (412 kW) but the M70 version is expected to ramp things up to “over” 600 PS (597 hp; 441 kW) with more than 1,000 Nm (737 lb-ft) of torque. This will become the torquiest road car the company has ever made and can reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.0 seconds, which represents a drop of 0.5 seconds versus the non-M car.
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BMW has just revealed the all-new G70 7 Series and if you are after something more potent, you will have to wait for these two M-badged models coming next year.
The M760e xDrive plug-in hybrid will combine a 3.0-litre inline-six developing 375 hp (280 kW) and 520 Nm (383 lb-ft) with a 197 hp (147 kW) electric motor for a total system output of 563 hp (420 kW) and 800 Nm (591 lb-ft). This will allow the large sedan to hit 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and run to a limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) in hybrid mode. Should you wish to travel in silence on electricity only, you will be able to do this up to speeds of 140 km/h (87 mph) and cover around 80 km on a single charge.
We should also see the all-electric i7 M70 xDrive in 2023 too. The already revealed i7 xDrive60 delivers 536 hp (412 kW) but the M70 version is expected to ramp things up to “over” 600 PS (597 hp; 441 kW) with more than 1,000 Nm (737 lb-ft) of torque. This will become the torquiest road car the company has ever made and can reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.0 seconds, which represents a drop of 0.5 seconds versus the non-M car.
New BMW 7 Series Range Getting M760e and i7 M70 xDrive Variants Next Year
BMW has just revealed the all-new G70 7 Series and if you are after something more potent, you will have to wait for these two M-badged models coming next year.
www.zero2turbo.com
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What Car? first look at the i7 & new 7-Series
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The New BMW 7 Series Looks Great, Actually
I, for one, welcome our new split-headlight overlords
Happy New BMW 7 Series day, to those who celebrate. Now that the morning’s traditional Airing of Initial Shocked Reactions is over, cooler heads can prevail to really delve into the car’s design. Today, I’m that cooler head, and I’m here to tell you the truth: This car rules.
Like you, I was skeptical before the 7's reveal. Those early renders looked, to put it kindly, like an eldritch horror made manifest in a lumbering, twisted assemblage of plastic and aluminum. But BMW’s designers not only rearranged those spy-shot details into something appealing, they penned a car that looks better than the outgoing 7. In fact, it’s one of the best looking 7 Series models the company has ever built.
Let’s start with that front end, because that’s what everyone wants to talk about. We’ve got a few key points: The big grille, the split headlights, and the reversal of putting the main headlights beneath the thin daytime running lights. We’ll touch on all three.
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I, for one, welcome our new split-headlight overlords
Happy New BMW 7 Series day, to those who celebrate. Now that the morning’s traditional Airing of Initial Shocked Reactions is over, cooler heads can prevail to really delve into the car’s design. Today, I’m that cooler head, and I’m here to tell you the truth: This car rules.
Like you, I was skeptical before the 7's reveal. Those early renders looked, to put it kindly, like an eldritch horror made manifest in a lumbering, twisted assemblage of plastic and aluminum. But BMW’s designers not only rearranged those spy-shot details into something appealing, they penned a car that looks better than the outgoing 7. In fact, it’s one of the best looking 7 Series models the company has ever built.
Let’s start with that front end, because that’s what everyone wants to talk about. We’ve got a few key points: The big grille, the split headlights, and the reversal of putting the main headlights beneath the thin daytime running lights. We’ll touch on all three.
The New BMW 7 Series Looks Great, Actually - Jalopnik
Happy New BMW 7 Series day, to those who celebrate. Now that the morning’s traditional Airing of Initial Shocked Reactions is over, cooler heads can prevail to really delve into the car’s design. Today, I’m that cooler head, and I’m here to tell you the truth: This car rules.
jalopnik.com
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New tech filled BMW 7 Series comes with controversial looks
It was almost expected… The folks at BMW with drawing pencils and paper in hand are on a neverding task to create bold, statement pieces of design. Their latest models may have gone too far but at least the tech filled BMW 7 Series boasts some impressive gadgets.
The recently revealed BMW X7 was the precursor of the split headlight configuration that is set to differentiate the flagship models in their portfolio from all of the others. The supply of spy shots for the 7 Series gave us the impression from early on that their next premium saloon would do the same, at least we weren’t led astray from the onset. The imposing front grille on the latest Bavarian saloon can also be illuminated for a truly signature presence during night time driving. See some of the details here.
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It was almost expected… The folks at BMW with drawing pencils and paper in hand are on a neverding task to create bold, statement pieces of design. Their latest models may have gone too far but at least the tech filled BMW 7 Series boasts some impressive gadgets.
The recently revealed BMW X7 was the precursor of the split headlight configuration that is set to differentiate the flagship models in their portfolio from all of the others. The supply of spy shots for the 7 Series gave us the impression from early on that their next premium saloon would do the same, at least we weren’t led astray from the onset. The imposing front grille on the latest Bavarian saloon can also be illuminated for a truly signature presence during night time driving. See some of the details here.
New tech filled BMW 7 Series comes with controversial looks
It was almost expected… The folks at BMW with drawing pencils and paper in hand are on a neverding task to create bold, statement pieces of design. Their latest models may have gone too far but at least the tech filled BMW 7 Series boasts some impressive gadgets.
www.carmag.co.za
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New BMW 7 Series and Electric i7 Revealed
BMW has taken the wraps off its new 7 Series and i7 electric counterpart, showcasing a bolder design direction over its predecessor. See details below!
The new BMW 7 Series has arrived boasting styling that takes it smack-bam into the electric age. Yes, that’s right, BMW has unveiled both the combustion-engined 7 Series and the all-electric i7, with both showcasing some of the latest technology to come from the Munich-based firm.
The design of the new 7 Series is erm…polarising, and based on comments we have seen on social media, public perception is not particularly positive. Nonetheless, the 7 Series adopts BMW’s large illuminated kidney grille which is flanked by thin, slit-like Crystal headlights Iconic Glow while the bonnet adopts what BMW calls a monolithic surface design.
Engines on offer include a revised 3.0-litre in-line 6-cylinder turbopetrol engine in the 740i that develops 280 kW and 519 Nm with 48-volt mild-hybrid assist which adds boost for short periods and helps the 740i run from zero to 100 kph in 5 seconds.
There’s also a range-topping 760i xDrive model with a twin-turbocharged 4.4-litre V8 (also with mild-hybrid assist) that develops a gnarly 400 kW and 750 Nm of torque. The 760i xDrive is claimed to bolt to 100 kph in 4.2 seconds. Both the 740i and 760i xDrive use a 8-speed automatic transmission.
The all-electric i7 xDrive60 on the other hand, uses 2 electric motors for propulsion using a 101.7 kWh battery. Total outputs are pegged at 400 kW and 744 Nm. Electric range is pegged at approximately 625 km (WLTP). Zero to 100 kph is claimed at 4.5 seconds with a top speed of 240 kph. Using a fast DC charger (up to 195 kW), the i7 will recharge almost 170 km in 10 minutes.
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BMW has taken the wraps off its new 7 Series and i7 electric counterpart, showcasing a bolder design direction over its predecessor. See details below!
The new BMW 7 Series has arrived boasting styling that takes it smack-bam into the electric age. Yes, that’s right, BMW has unveiled both the combustion-engined 7 Series and the all-electric i7, with both showcasing some of the latest technology to come from the Munich-based firm.
The design of the new 7 Series is erm…polarising, and based on comments we have seen on social media, public perception is not particularly positive. Nonetheless, the 7 Series adopts BMW’s large illuminated kidney grille which is flanked by thin, slit-like Crystal headlights Iconic Glow while the bonnet adopts what BMW calls a monolithic surface design.
Engines on offer include a revised 3.0-litre in-line 6-cylinder turbopetrol engine in the 740i that develops 280 kW and 519 Nm with 48-volt mild-hybrid assist which adds boost for short periods and helps the 740i run from zero to 100 kph in 5 seconds.
There’s also a range-topping 760i xDrive model with a twin-turbocharged 4.4-litre V8 (also with mild-hybrid assist) that develops a gnarly 400 kW and 750 Nm of torque. The 760i xDrive is claimed to bolt to 100 kph in 4.2 seconds. Both the 740i and 760i xDrive use a 8-speed automatic transmission.
The all-electric i7 xDrive60 on the other hand, uses 2 electric motors for propulsion using a 101.7 kWh battery. Total outputs are pegged at 400 kW and 744 Nm. Electric range is pegged at approximately 625 km (WLTP). Zero to 100 kph is claimed at 4.5 seconds with a top speed of 240 kph. Using a fast DC charger (up to 195 kW), the i7 will recharge almost 170 km in 10 minutes.
New BMW 7 Series and Electric i7 Revealed
BMW has taken the wraps off its new 7 Series and i7 electric counterpart, showcasing a bolder design direction over its predecessor. See details below!
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All That Tech In The New BMW 7 Series Is Going To Be A Headache
I thought the new face was too much until I found that the rear doors had screens in them.
The new 2023 BMW 7 Series has arrived, and aside from that polarizing front fascia, it’s a very tech-laden executive car. When fully loaded, the 7 Series will have nearly 70 inches of screens inside. That’s on top of all the other tech the car is going to come with. All of it could end up being a distracting problem for new owners, and an expensive headache down the line.
Gone are the days when the 7 Series was the driver’s luxury car — when the e38 7 Series morphed into the Bangle-ized e63 7 Series. The e63 was a precursor to what we now know of the 7 Series. It was the most technologically advanced car BMW offered at the time.
It had everything from an electronically controlled steering column-mounted gear selector, to adaptive cruise control, it was even the first car in the world to have an electronic parking brake. It also introduced the world to i-Drive, which was like an automotive Skynet, a preview of tech things to come in cars.
Fast forward nearly 20 years and three generations later and the 7 Series is less of a car and more of a rolling tech showcase that BMW can use to go all out. It’s ok if buyers have come to expect this kind of thing from BMW. It’s most likely what many of them want. That doesn’t mean that all of this stuff can’t still be and become a problem.
Research has shown that in-car technology and big screens are distracting. The last few years have seen some kind of “Who can make the biggest dash screen” arms race between manufacturers. And with automakers burying the simplest controls in menus, older buyers (BMW 7 Series buyers tend to be older and wealthy because of course they are) may have some trouble.
Then there’s the issue of system lag, something that happens in nearly every car that’s screen heavy. As our boss Bob Sorokanich pointed out, having screens control everything is a hell of a gamble. For instance, Audi’s digital cockpit I encountered in an RS5 Sportback last year was terribly laggy. In some instances, there were nearly two seconds between me pressing something on the screen and the system actually executing it.
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I thought the new face was too much until I found that the rear doors had screens in them.
The new 2023 BMW 7 Series has arrived, and aside from that polarizing front fascia, it’s a very tech-laden executive car. When fully loaded, the 7 Series will have nearly 70 inches of screens inside. That’s on top of all the other tech the car is going to come with. All of it could end up being a distracting problem for new owners, and an expensive headache down the line.
Gone are the days when the 7 Series was the driver’s luxury car — when the e38 7 Series morphed into the Bangle-ized e63 7 Series. The e63 was a precursor to what we now know of the 7 Series. It was the most technologically advanced car BMW offered at the time.
It had everything from an electronically controlled steering column-mounted gear selector, to adaptive cruise control, it was even the first car in the world to have an electronic parking brake. It also introduced the world to i-Drive, which was like an automotive Skynet, a preview of tech things to come in cars.
Fast forward nearly 20 years and three generations later and the 7 Series is less of a car and more of a rolling tech showcase that BMW can use to go all out. It’s ok if buyers have come to expect this kind of thing from BMW. It’s most likely what many of them want. That doesn’t mean that all of this stuff can’t still be and become a problem.
Research has shown that in-car technology and big screens are distracting. The last few years have seen some kind of “Who can make the biggest dash screen” arms race between manufacturers. And with automakers burying the simplest controls in menus, older buyers (BMW 7 Series buyers tend to be older and wealthy because of course they are) may have some trouble.
Then there’s the issue of system lag, something that happens in nearly every car that’s screen heavy. As our boss Bob Sorokanich pointed out, having screens control everything is a hell of a gamble. For instance, Audi’s digital cockpit I encountered in an RS5 Sportback last year was terribly laggy. In some instances, there were nearly two seconds between me pressing something on the screen and the system actually executing it.
All That Tech In The New BMW 7 Series Is Going To Be A Headache - Jalopnik
The new 2023 BMW 7 Series has arrived, and aside from that polarizing front fascia, it’s a very tech-laden executive car. When fully loaded, the 7 Series will have nearly 70 inches of screens inside. That’s on top of all the other tech the car is going to come with. All of it could end up being...
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The New Range Rover Is All Things To Very Few Men
Land Rover's latest top dog shows just how good real luxury can be if you don't pretend to be sporty
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Land Rover's latest top dog shows just how good real luxury can be if you don't pretend to be sporty
The New Range Rover Is All Things To Very Few Men - Jalopnik
Let’s get this out of the way: The new Land Rover Range Rover is not a vehicle for people like you and me. It’s for our boss’ boss’ boss, if they’re lucky.
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Here’s every generation of the BMW 7 Series
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Here’s every generation of the BMW 7 Series
TG cannot be held responsible for any subsequent timewasting on classifieds, FYI
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How has the flagship BMW saloon gotten to this point – 7 Series evolution
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How has the flagship BMW saloon gotten to this point - 7 Series evolution
The 7 Series has been a staple for the Bavarian brand to display their technological and luxury prowess. Since its inception in 1977, each of the 7 generations of the premium saloon have ushered in some sort of technological innovation so we decided to delve into the 7 Series evolution.
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New BMW i7: what’s it like to sit in the cinema on wheels?
We’ve already reclined in BMW’s new electric flagship. Here’s what we thought…
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We’ve already reclined in BMW’s new electric flagship. Here’s what we thought…
New BMW i7: what’s it like to sit in the cinema on wheels?
We’ve already reclined in BMW’s new electric flagship. Here’s what we thought…
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WATCH | BMW accelerates into a new age of luxury and refinement with i7 electric limo
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WATCH | BMW accelerates into a new age of luxury and refinement with i7 electric limo | Life
Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) and crossovers are rising in popularity, BMW won't let its 7 Series take a back seat to its high-riding competitors. Meet the new i7 and M760i xDrive.
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