– Obtainable in a single xDrive60 variant
– Has a claimed electrical driving vary of 625km
BMW India has expanded its EV portfolio with the launch of the BMW i7 with a price ticket of Rs 1.95 crore (ex-showroom) with deliveries commencing in March 2023. The i7 relies on the brand new era BMW 7 Collection and is obtainable in a single xDrive60 variant which is propelled by a 101.7kWh battery pack.
The outside design and styling of the BMW i7 are an identical to the new 7 Collection which sports activities an enormous signature entrance grille which has been stretched vertically. That is flanked by the brand new cut up headlamps, a brand new design for the door handles, and slimmer cut up back lights. The i7 distinguishes itself from the usual 7 Collection with sure blue accents which will be seen on the fore and aft bumpers and aspect skirts that highlights its EV character.
The cabin of the BMW i7 is a tech fest with as many as 5 screens onboard! Sitting atop the dashboard is a 12.3-inch totally digital driver’s show and a 14.9-inch centre show. Having stated that the design for the steering wheel and the gear selector is new as effectively. Nevertheless, the rear seat is the place to be because the occupants are handled with an enormous 31.3-inch 8k show with built-in Amazon Hearth TV related to Bowers & Wilkins stereo system. And if that’s nonetheless not sufficient, there are two 5.5-inch color shows built-in into each the rear doorways. These can be utilized to entry audio system controls, local weather management capabilities, ambient lighting, and seat changes.
The BMW i7 makes use of a floor-placed 101.7kWh battery pack which delivers 536bhp and 744Nm of peak torque. BMW claims a zero to 100kmph dash time of 4.7 seconds with a restricted high pace of 239kmph. The i7 helps a wide range of charging choices starting from an 11kW AC charger to a 195kW DC charger. Within the Indian market, the i7 competes in opposition to different premium electrical options just like the Mercedes-Benz EQS 580.
