BMW I7 Electric

The 2023 BMW i7 is available in a single trim level xDrive60 Sedan. The cost of the sedan starts at an MSRP of $120,295 and it comes loaded with all the basic and luxury features. As standard, it comes with 20-inch wheels but there are optional packages to increase the size of the wheels if you are ready to compromise on some range. The cabin offers comfortable seating for the passengers and the quality of materials gives it a premium feel from the inside. Features like heated and ventilated front seats and the heated steering wheel come as standard. It has four-zone automatic climate control air conditioning so all four passengers and drivers can adjust the temperature based on their preference. 

Packages

Luxury Rear Seating Package

• Rear Massaging Seats 
• Rear Ventilated Seat

M Sport Professional Package

• M Sport Brakes w/Black Calipers
• M Sport Package Pro
• Extended Shadowline Trim
• Rear Spoiler
• Painted in black sapphire metallic
• M Sport Pro Contents

M Sport Package

• Shadowline Exterior Trim
• Mirror Oak High Gloss Trim
• M Steering Wheel
• M Sport Exterior Elements
• M Sport Package (337)
• M Sport Interior Elements
• M aero kit
• M door sills
• M footrest
• Wheels: 20" M Aero (Style 907M)

Driving Assistance Professional Package

• Highway Assistant
• Active Cruise Control w/Stop & Go
• Active Lane Keeping Assistant w/side collision avoidance
• Steering and autobahn assistant
• Automatic lane change
• Evasion assistant and cross-traffic alert front
• Active Driving Assistant Pro

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The BMW i7 comes quite loaded as the standard features list includes all the basic and some advanced features of comfort and convenience. We recommend you add the Luxury Rear Seating Package that adds ventilation and massage functionality in the rear seats. You can also add the M Sport Package if you want the sporty look and feel of the M Sport Package. Other than that, adding the Driving Assistance Professional Package gives you access to many advanced driver assistance features that add to your comfort while driving. 

The 2023 BMW i7 is powered by two electric motors. There is one electric motor to power each axle of the car. The combined power output comes out to 536 horsepower and a peak torque of 549 lb-ft. The power output is quite impressive considering the fact that it is available right from the go. You do not have to wait for the turbo to spool up to get the maximum performance from the motors. The BMW i7 can go from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.1 seconds which is quite impressive. The quarter-mile run takes 12.5 seconds. The acceleration figures are quite good for the class but it lags behind some of its rivals when you start the comparison. 

The 2023 BMW i7 is the slowest car in comparison to complete the 0 to 60 mph sprint and the quarter-mile run. The 2023 Lucid Air is the fastest one to reach from 0 to 60 mph. The Tesla Model S comes in the second position to complete the 0 to 60 sprint and it also comes out as the quickest in the quarter-mile run. The top speed of the Model S is also the best in the competition. The Mercedes-Benz EQS580 4Matic comes next as it takes 12.1 seconds to reach from 0 to 60 mph. It comes at the third position right after the Bimmer in terms of acceleration figures. 

2023 BMW i7 Ride and Handling

BMW is a car brand that is popular among driving enthusiasts and its excellent driving dynamics are one of the main reasons behind that. The impeccable ride and handling combined with potent powertrain options make it a popular choice among enthusiasts. Although the driving dynamics feel a little compromised compared to the previous models, it is still one of the better-handling cars in its segment. The BMW i7 has not compromised with the handling of the car and it feels agile to drive. 

You can easily take the electric Bimmer to windy roads and enjoy its stability and cornering abilities. The steering wheel feels light and precise. There is no understeer from the steering wheel. The car remains stable even at higher speeds and there is no body roll to make things even better in the corners. The BMW i7 ride quality also feels pretty comfortable on the highway and even in the city. The suspension setup soaks up the road undulations pretty well.

2023 BMW i7 Braking Performance

The 2023 BMW i7 is a great handling car with excellent performance from its electric motors. All this can not give you a great overall driving experience without strong braking performance. The Bimmer uses pretty strong braking hardware for the i7 but the size of the brake rotors is not available. There is no official data on the braking performance of the BMW i7 either as of now. But in real-world driving conditions, the braking system feels pretty strong. There is no compromise with the brake bite or even the stopping distance of the BMW i7. You can comfortably rely on the brakes while cornering and carrying high speed in situations where sudden braking may be required. 

The BMW i7 is the heaviest car in the competition so it does require a bit of effort to stop such a heavy car. Although there is no official data on the braking performance of the i7, it feels quite capable in real-world driving situations. The Tesla Model S comes with the best braking performance in the competition as it takes 163 feet to stop from 70 mpg. The Lucid Air takes the second spot taking 167 feet to come to a complete halt from 70 mph. The Merc comes at the last position taking 177 feet to come to a complete stop at the same speed. 

The competition in the luxury electric SUV is pretty fierce as the rivals have set pretty high standards for range. The 2023 BMW i7 tries its best to come as close to its rivals as it can in terms of overall driving range. The BMW i7 gets a 101.7 kWh battery pack to power both electric motors. The BMW i7 claims 81 MPGe in the city, 85 MPGe on the highway, and 83 MPGe of combined efficiency as per the EPA figures. The BMW i7 claims a maximum driving range of 318 miles which is quite good for its size and weight. But it is nothing exceptional when you look at some of its rivals who have been in the market for a while.

The 2023 BMW i7 claims the least driving range in the competition claiming to deliver just 318 miles of maximum range on a full charge. The Mercedes-Benz EQS580 4Matic with its bigger battery pack claims a slightly better range of 340 miles. Both the German rivals are pretty close in terms of the maximum claimed range. The Lucid Air takes the lead with its largest battery pack in the competition at 112 kWh. It can go 384 miles on a full charge based on EPA claims. The Tesla Model S comes with the smallest battery pack in the competition but it also claims the maximum range in comparison.

There is no denying that the interior of the BMW i7 is one of the most luxurious and coolest cabins you can find in the segment. You can not find a more technology-loaded cabin where everything can be controlled with touch without the need for any button. As you step inside the cabin, you can find the soft-touch leather, premium wooden finish, prism glass finish with lights and other premium touches on the dashboard. There are no ac vents on the dashboard as they are nicely hidden behind the glass on the dash. As you move to the rear, the comfort of the seats is great on all the seats. You get a small screen on the doors to control the cabin. 

Space is not an issue when you sit inside the BMW i7 as it offers more space in the cabin compared to the previous model year 7-Series. It gets the most spacious legroom for the rear seat passengers which they can further increase by pushing the front seats to their maximum limit. The Mercedes-Benz EQS580 4Matic takes the second spot as expected. Both these cars offer the most comfortable seating configuration for all four passengers in the cabin. The Tesla Model S offers the least space for the rear seat passengers. The Lucid Air offers the most spacious cargo area in the competition.

Standout interior features:

• 18-way power front seats
• Power tilt/telescoping steering wheel
• Four-zone automatic climate control
• Ambient lighting
• Cruise control
• Full cloth headliner

2023 BMW i7 Infotainment

The 2023 BMW i7 comes loaded with technology inside the cabin and you will need some time to count the total number of screens inside the cabin. You get two screens in the front, including a digital instrument cluster and a touchscreen infotainment display to control the infotainment systems. The biggest highlight remains in the rear seats. You can use the screen on the rear doors to open a massive 31-inch infotainment screen. It is more like a smart TV that comes with applications like YouTube and Netflix. You can get Personal eSIM 5G connectivity. The infotainment system is one of the best you can get in any luxury vehicle as of now as the big screen coming down from the top gives you an immersive experience.

Standout infotainment features:

• 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment display
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
• 31-inch 8K rear theater screen (Optional)
• BMW i7 infotainment system
• Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• 18 Speakers Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound system

The German trio in the luxury electric sedan has always been known for making sophisticated exterior styling that is easy on the eyes. But BMW is trying to change things with their newer models. The BMW i7 being an electric model witnesses the maximum changes in the exterior styling. The first thing that you notice is a massive Kidney grille at the front that is quite big compared to the previous 7-Series models. The top houses the cool-looking LED daytime running lights while right below that you get the headlights. Moving to the side, you get 20 or 21-inch wheels. The door handle looks quite different too and at the quarter-glass, you get a nice triangular finish. The rear of the car feels quite aggressive for a luxury sedan with a small spoiler at the rear making things even sportier. 

The 2023 BMW i7 is the longest can in the segment and also comes with the longest wheelbase in the class. It is also the widest car in the segment and is also the highest of them all. The Mercedes-Benz EQS comes in second position and it has a slightly smaller wheelbase compared to the Bimmer. The Tesla Model S comes with relatively compact dimensions that show pretty well in the interior space too. The story remains pretty much the same for the Lucid Air too as it also feels compact compared to the German rivals. 

Standout exterior features:

• 20-inch wheels
• LED headlights and LED DRLs
• Panoramic sunroof
• Power-heated side mirrors
• Rain-detecting wipers
• LED Brakelights

BMW is known for making safe cars and that is evident when you look at the build quality and safety features of the car. The electric BMW i7 is based on the BMW 7-Series which is already a pretty safe platform. The BMW i7 comes with all the basic safety features as standard with the car. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) have not crash-tested the BMW i7 as it is a luxury vehicle. However, it gets some of the advanced driver assistance technology as standard with the car like lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist and automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection. You can get more advanced driver assistance technology as a part of the optional packages. 

Safety features include:

• Electronic Stability Control
• Forward collision mitigation
• Lane-keeping assist
• Rear collision mitigation
• Park Assist
• Automated emergency braking

2023 BMW i7 vs. 2023 Lucid Air

The 2023 Lucid Air is a promising electric sedan in the market that offers great value for its money. It comes with excellent performance and it is the quickest car in the competition when you look at the acceleration figures. Other than that, it also gets a better driving range compared to the BMW i7. BMW i7 on the other hand comes with a luxurious interior and it is hard to match the comfort and luxury that the Bimmer offers in its sedan for Lucid. The BMW i7 also comes with a more engaging driving experience leveraging its excellent driving dynamics. The cabin of the Bimmer is loaded with modern technology and quality materials. The BMW i7 makes more sense for the money as it offers a more practical and luxurious cabin.

2023 BMW i7 vs. 2023 Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S is the one that started the segment of luxury electric sedans and that obviously makes it the oldest car in the segment. There are many advantages to getting the Model S over the i7. The 2023 Tesla Model S is quicker too, taking less time to complete the 0 to 60 sprint and quarter-mile run. The Model S also offers the best driving range in the class and you can take advantage of Tesla’s charging networks across the United States. The BMW i7 on the other hand comes with a more practical cabin with the utmost luxury. It's hard to beat the Bimmer in terms of overall comfort and luxury. The Tesla Model S is for those who do not care about comfortable rear seats, while the i7 is for those who care more about a comfortable experience in the rear seats. The choice depends on your requirements. 

2023 BMW i7 vs. 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS580 4Matic

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS580 4Matic is the closest rival to the BMW i7. Both these vehicles fight on the same ground with some key differences. The Merc offers a more sophisticated styling on the exterior and the interior. It is available in multiple variants for different needs and budgets. The EQS sedan feels easy on the eyes and does not try to do a lot of new experiments with the design. The BMW i7 comes with more sporty and aggressive styling. The interior of the BMW i7 comes loaded with technology which might appeal to some people but some people prefer the more subtle design of the Merc. You can choose the one that appeals to you the most.

The 2023 BMW i7 makes a bold entry in the luxury electric sedan market with an amazing package to offer. The aggressive exterior styling of the i7 breaks the code of keeping subtle and sophisticated styling. The BMW i7 is a strong contender in its segment for its unique proposition. The cabin comes loaded with all the modern luxury you expect in a car. The long list of creature comforts and technology inside the cabin makes it a great place to spend hours on a long drive. The best way to experience the i7 is from the rear seats. But the quick acceleration and excellent driving dynamics make it a fun-to-drive package from behind the wheel too. However, the gasoline BMW 7-Series is a better choice for those who do long drives frequently. The BMW i7 is a good choice for those who wish to travel in utmost comfort and are fine with the range that it offers.