The 2023 BMW 7 Series has been revealed: it is larger, bolder, and packed with screens.

The BMW 7 Series, which will celebrate its 45th anniversary in 2022, will eventually transition to the seventh generation. The ultimate flagship in Bavaria’s portfolio delivers the aforementioned Power of Choice: gasoline, diesel, plug-in hybrid, and completely electric. Despite the fact that the teaser marketing was mostly centered on the i7, there’s a lot to discuss about the ICE-powered models.

They all ride on the same CLAR platform and have a similar design on the inside and exterior. Let us start with the elephant in the room: split headlights. Yes, after the X7 Facelift, the 2019 BMW 7 Series will acquire the unique layout. The Concept XM from last year will be transformed into a production vehicle with a comparable appearance before the end of the year.

The starting MSRP for the 2023 BMW 740i is $93,300 plus $995 destination. The BMW 760i xDrive begins at $113,600 + $995 destination in 2023, while the BMW i7 xDrive60 costs $119,300 + $995 destination. The US market will be launched in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Kidney Grille in Glow

High-end BMW 7 Series G70 models will get beautiful Iconic Glow headlights with Swarovski crystals placed in a “L” configuration. 14 LED modules will be used to illuminate the daytime running lights and sidelights. When you approach the automobile, the lights “dance,” accompanied by the light-up curve of the kidney grille. Furthermore, the lights integrated into the door sills display images into the ground to welcome the motorist.

The primary headlights are positioned below, practically hidden under a thickly tinted screen that, on a black automobile, would go undetected. This configuration provides the 7 Series a controversial appearance, making it stand out in comparison to the Audi A8 and Mercedes S-Class. These quad lights surround a larger-than-ever grille, which on the entirely electric form bears the letter “i.”

No More Narrow Wheelbase

Don’t go hunting for pictures of vehicles with multiple wheelbases since the 7 Series G70 will only be available in one size. The seventh-generation automobile has been lengthened by 130 millimeters to 5,391 mm, with a 5 mm increase in wheelbase to an impressive 3,215 mm. It’s also 48 mm wider (at 1,950 mm) and 51 mm higher (at 1,544 mm) for extra headroom. It’s worth noting that the tracks are now 47 mm wider in front (to 1,665 mm) and 4 mm wider in back (to 1,650 mm).

It’s the first series-production BMW with a two-tone Individual paint scheme, and it rides on alloy wheels ranging in size from 19 to 22 inches. Adaptive air suspension is standard on both the front and back axles, as is rear-wheel steering with a maximum angle of 3.5 degrees. At low speeds, the rear wheels revolve in the opposite direction as the front wheels, resulting in a 0.8-meter shorter turning circle. For increased stability at faster speeds, all four wheels revolve in the same direction.

Surprisingly, the redesigned range-topper has ditched the rear light bar in favor of a simpler, less crowded rear end. Another significant modification is the door handles, which are now sleeker to match those of the iX electric SUV. They’re more than simply a fashion statement since the handles stay flat with the body for improved ventilation.

Inside The Cabin Has Undergone Significant Changes

When you go inside the cabin, the transformation is even more stunning. The majority of the physical buttons have been removed as BMW has opted for a minimalist dashboard dominated by displays. The redesigned 7 Series is the next model to get the iDrive 8, which has a 14.9-inch central display and a 12.3-inch diagonal digital instrument cluster. The two screens are positioned in a curved glass region and are aimed towards the driver. The primary screen will be able to broadcast YouTube material beginning in Spring 2023, with other third-party applications to follow.

The BMW Interaction Bar, which takes the form of a touch-capacitive surface on the passenger side of the dashboard, is one advantage over the iX. It gives you rapid access to operations like ventilation and temperature control, accessing the glovebox, and turning on the warning lights. The door cards, too, have their own displays, measuring 5.5 inches and equipped with controls for the seats, ambient lighting, sunblinds, and entertainment system.

31-Inch Theater Display

We’re not done with the displays yet, since the pièce de résistance is unquestionably the Theatre Screen. The 31.3-inch touchscreen features a sharp 8K resolution and comes pre-installed with Fire TV. You can not only watch movies, but also play games, download applications, and listen to music. When not in use, the huge screen folds neatly into the ceiling and plays films in 16:9, 21:9, or 32:9 formats.

655-watt, 18-speaker system

How many speakers can be crammed into a car? Even the entry-level 7 Series comes standard with an 18-speaker, 655-watt Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System. By selecting the Diamond Surround Sound System from the same source, you may double the number of speakers to 36 and increase the power to 1,965 watts. The headliner has four speakers, while the head restraints for the front and outer rear seats each include a pair of surround speakers.

The 7 Series G70 also has a revised steering wheel design and a more streamlined gear selector, as well as a stylish Sky Lounge. The panoramic glass roof is larger than competitors’ and has illuminated threads similar to Rolls-Starlight. Royce’s In the spirit of the Goodwood Festival of Speed, BMW has made its crown jewel automatic doors an optional feature. The front and rear doors are opened and closed by just touching the handles built flush into the body or by using the Interaction Bar. Alternatively, the key, as well as the door-mounted displays, may be utilized.

As if these alternatives weren’t enough, a future update to the My BMW App will enable owners to open and shut the doors with their cellphones. Furthermore, the iDrive 8 will be able to execute this function. Since we’re on the topic of body panels that open automatically, the trunk lid is the same.

When you open it, you’ll find a 540-liter cargo capacity, which is 25 liters more than previously if you’re talking about the variants that just have a combustion engine. The plug-in hybrid variants have a capacity of 525 liters, which is an increase of 105 liters over the previous 7 Series fitted with a PHEV system. The i7 electric vehicle has a capacity of 500 liters.

Engine Alternatives

Let’s speak about engines. All ICEs use mild-hybrid technology, as we saw with the X7 makeover shown last week. The 48V system produces 147 pound-feet of torque (200 Newton-meters) and up to 12 horsepower (9 kilowatts). Depending on the market, there will be a mix of inline-six and V8 engines available, as well as the all-electric i7. BMW is saying farewell to the massive V12 with the seventh generation of the 7er.

The 735i will be powered by a 3.0-liter engine that produces 272 horsepower (200 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft). It will have enough six-cylinder power to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 6.7 seconds and reach a peak speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).

The 740i comes next, with a more powerful inline-six rated at 380 horsepower (280 kW) and 520 Nm (383 lb-ft). The added oomph reduces the sprint time to 5.4 seconds while maintaining the maximum velocity.

Then there’s the 760i xDrive, which has a bigger 4.4-liter V8 engine that produces 544 horsepower (400 kW) and 750 Nm (553 lb-ft). It takes only 4.2 seconds to accelerate from a standstill to 62 mph (100 km/h) and has the same electronic maximum speed limitation set to kick in at 155 mph (250 km/h).

The diesel engine in the 740d xDrive is a six-cylinder 3.0-liter unit that produces 286 horsepower (210 kW) and 650 Nm (479 lb-ft). The sprint is completed in 6.3 seconds, and the highest speed remains constant.

BMW will also offer the full-size luxury sedan in 750e xDrive trim, which includes a plug-in hybrid powertrain. It will have a gasoline inline-six engine plus an electric motor for a total of 490 horsepower (360 kW) and 700 Nm (516 lb-ft). It will take 4.9 seconds to reach 62 mph (100 km/h), with a peak speed of 155 mph (250 km/h). In electric mode, the top speed is reduced to 87 mph (140 km/h). In EV mode, it should be able to go up to 57 miles (89 kilometers) on the combined cycle.

The First Time Ever Plug-in Hybrid M760e

BMW’s first M Performance plug-in hybrid will be known as the M760e xDrive. This one will also feature an inline-six and an e-motor, but with 571 horsepower (420 kW) and 800 Nm of torque (590 lb-ft). The sprint will take 4.3 seconds to complete, with a maximum speed of 155 mph (250 km/h). With the battery pack completely charged, it can go up to 52 miles (84 kilometers) on electric power alone. Both PHEVs use the same battery, which has a useful capacity of 18.7 kWh. All variants with a combustion engine, whether PHEV or not, have an eight-speed automatic gearbox.

7 Series by First Electric

The 7 Series without a combustion engine will use two motors with a combined power of 544 hp (400 kW) and 745 Nm, similar to the i7 xDrive60 (549 lb-ft). The sprint to 149 mph (240 km/h) will take only 4.7 seconds flat out. The electric luxobarge’s enormous battery with a net capacity of 101.7 kWh allows it to go up to 388 miles (625 kilometers) in the WLTP cycle. When the battery runs out of power, it can be recharged at up to 195 kW, giving in 106 miles (170 kilometers) of WLTP range in 10 minutes.