What Is the 2024 BMW i7?
The electric version of BMW’s 7 Series flagship sedan, the i7 is every bit as luxurious and comfortable as its gasoline-powered counterpart; in fact, apart from their powertrains, the two are virtually identical. With four doors and five seats, the i7 is offered with a choice of three powertrains. The eDrive50 uses a single electric motor with 449 horsepower and rear-wheel drive, while the xDrive60 and the performance-oriented M70 get two electric motors for all-wheel drive; the former has 536 hp and the latter makes 650 hp. All models can be equipped with lavish optional features such as automatic closing doors, a reclining rear seat with footrest, massaging seats and a 31-inch theater-style screen for backseat passengers. The i7’s rivals include the Audi E-Tron GT, Genesis Electrified G80, Mercedes-EQ EQS Sedan, Porsche Taycan and Tesla Model S.
What’s New on the 2024 BMW i7?
The eDrive50 and the M70 are both new for 2024, respectively slotting below and above the xDrive60 in terms of power and price. The eDrive50’s single-motor powertrain brings the i7’s starting price down by $18,500, while the M70’s extra-muscular powertrain and higher level of standard equipment make it $44,300 more expensive than the xDrive60. Properly equipped, the eDrive50 boasts the i7’s longest EPA-estimated range, at 321 miles. An M70 with 21-inch wheels has the shortest range, at 274 miles.
How Much Range Does the 2024 BMW i7 Have?
The i7’s EPA-estimated driving range runs from 274 to 321 miles depending on powertrain and wheel size.
How Long Does It Take to Charge the 2024 BMW i7?
The i7’s charging times range from an estimated 10.5 hours on a standard 240-volt Level 2 charger to an estimated 34 minutes on a 350-kilowatt DC fast charger (numbers reflect charging from 10% to 80%).
What Features in the 2024 BMW i7 Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- RWD
- 19-inch wheels
- Four-wheel steering
- 12.3-inch digital instrument panel
- 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Premium audio system with 18 speakers
- Real-time traffic and weather info
- Automatic high-beam headlights
- Speed-sensitive rain-sensing wipers
- Head-up display
- Panoramic sunroof
- Power-folding heated side mirrors
- Leather upholstery
- 18-way heated and ventilated power front seats
- Rear climate controls
- Four-zone automatic climate control
- Automatic height-adjustable adaptive suspension
- Automatic emergency braking with city collision mitigation
- Rear collision mitigation
- Blind spot warning
- Lane departure warning
- Lane departure steering assist
Available features include:
- AWD
- 20- or 21-inch wheels
- Power-reclining rear seat with footrest
- Hands-free park-assist system
- Automatic-closing doors
- Rear entertainment system with 31-inch ceiling-mounted screen
- Panoramic sunroof
- Active lane-keeping assistant with side collision avoidance
- Alcantara cabin trim
- Hands-free highway driving assist
- Automatic lane change
Should I Buy the 2024 BMW i7?
Save its electric powertrain, the i7 is essentially the same vehicle as BMW’s gas-powered 7 Series sedan. This makes it a good choice for electric vehicle shoppers who want a relatively conventional large luxury car instead of the spaceship-like looks and control layouts of some rival EVs, including the Mercedes-EQ EQS and Lucid Air. (That said, the i7 does have some finicky touch-sensitive controls of its own.) The i7 is also more spacious and comfortable inside than its similarly priced competitors.
