Launch Review: The SUVs of the sovereign 7s; the BMW X7
The X7 (and M60i) give every indication that they are members of a family of SUVs with a reputation for for segment-leading poise. I look forward to comparing the X7’s dynamic ability to the new Ranger Rover Sport and Mercedes-Benz GLS, which is its natural rival.
BMW X7 xDrive40d Fast Facts
Price: from R1 945 000
Engine: 3,0-litre, straight-six, turbodiesel; 48 V electric system
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Power: 259 kW @ 4 400 r/min
Torque: 720 N.m @ 1 750–2 250 r/min
0-100 km/h: 5,9 seconds
Top speed: 245 km/h
Fuel consumption: 8,6 L/100 km
CO2 emissions: 225 g/100 km
BMW X7 M60i Fast Facts
Price: from R2 285 000
Engine: 4,4-litre, twin-turbo V8; 48 V electric system
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Power: 390 kW @ 5 500–6 000 r/min
Torque: 750 N.m @ 1 800–4 600 r/min
0-100 km/h: 4,7 seconds
Top speed: 250 km/h (limited)
Fuel consumption: 12,9 L/100 km
CO2 emissions: 292 g/100 km
In 2019, the sovereign 7 Series received a high-riding sibling in the BMW X7 which has since undergone a facelift.
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