BMW X7 Specifications

BMW introduced the X7 on 17 January 2023 after much research with the sole aim of offering a new level of luxury mobility. The BMW X7 is a luxury SUV available in three variants: one petrol and two diesel options. It is laden with comfort, convenience, safety, and performance features that ensure that every ride becomes a memorable experience. 

Besides, its design language is modern and eye-catching, with practical elements incorporated into the body. If you are planning to buy the BMW X7, look at its key features and specifications, making it stand out in the market.

• Grille: The BMW X7 features straight surfaces and lines along its imposing silhouette, which is accentuated by the opulent kidney grille. The emphatically vertical kidney grille has two elements that are connected to form a monolithic unit. It is, in fact, the largest double kidney grille in the BMW range.

• Headlamps: It features hexagonal full-LED headlights with adaptive bend lighting that are dynamically contoured. The blue accent clasps and the "BMW Laser" lettering of the BMW Laserlight offer added driving comfort and a range of up to 600 m in the high beam mode. 

• Rear Lights: The rear lights have a three-dimensional design. A filigree chrome strip set in smoked glass connects the rear lights, adding to the X7's unique appearance.

• Dimensions: The BMW X7 measures 5181 mm in length, 2218 mm in width and 1835 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 2819 mm. 

• Wheels: The BMW X7 comes with 21-inch light alloy multi-spoke style wheels with 753 Bicolour and run-flat tyres.   

• Interior Features: The key interior features include ambient lighting, 15 pre-defined selectable light designs, 5-zone automatic air conditioning, a 12V power socket and a head-up display.

• Seats: The front seats are electrically adjustable and have lumbar support for the driver and passenger. The second-row outer seats have comfort cushions made of Alcantara. The driver and front passenger seats also have memory, seat ventilation, and seat heating functions. 

• Storage: There are 2 cupholders in the front centre console and 2 cupholders in the centre armrest in the rear.

• Sunroof: The BMW X7 has a Panorama 3-part glass roof Sky Lounge with a light graphic composed of over 15,000 lighting elements that offer stunning skyward views and elevate the cabin atmosphere. 

• Seating: It has a seating capacity of six people. 

• Steering Wheel: The BMW X7 has a leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons.

• Acoustic Glazing: The BMW X7 gets acoustic glazing on the front-side windows and the windscreen, which reduces the noise level in the interior. 

• Display: The BMW X7 comes with the BMW Live Cockpit Professional, featuring a split-screen arrangement. On the right is a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster on Sensatec, and the left is a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system. 

• Technology: It supports smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The BMW iDrive and the BMW Operating System 8.5 facilitate comfortable and intuitive driving.

• Gesture Control: The BMW X7 comes with gesture control features based on which certain functions can be executed through defined hand movements. It includes accepting or rejecting calls with pointing or swiping. 

• Digital Key Plus: The BMW X7's digital key plus feature enables the opening of all the SUV's doors without actively using the physical key.  

• Audio: The BMW X7 is equipped with a 16-speaker Harman Kardon music system for optimal aural experience. 

• Engine: It comes in both diesel and petrol options. The 2998cc, 3.0-litre, 6-cylinder petrol engine generates a maximum power of 375.48 bhp@5200-6250 rpm and a maximum torque of 520 Nm@1850-5000 rpm. The 2993cc, 3.0-litre, 6-cylinder diesel engine generates a maximum power of 335.25 bhp@4400 rpm and a maximum torque of 700 Nm@1750-2250 rpm.

• Transmission: Both BMW X7 engines are mated to an 8-speed Steptronic Sport Transmission, which includes gearshift paddles on the steering wheel. 

• Mileage: The petrol engine offers a mileage of 11.29 km/l, and the diesel engine offers a mileage of 14.31 km/l.  

• Performance: The petrol model can reach a top speed of 245 km/h and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds. The diesel models can achieve the same top speed but take 5.9 seconds to go from 0 to 100 km/h. 

• Safety Features: Its major safety features include nine airbags, ABS with Brake Assist and Automatic Differential Brake, Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control, Hill Descent Control, ISOFIX child seat mounting, Tyre pressure indicator, Crash Sensor and Dynamic Braking Lights, BMW Condition Based Service, Active Park Distance Control, Rear-View Camera, and Anti-Theft Recorder. 

• Ground Clearance: The BMW X7 has a ground clearance of 221 mm, which means that the SUV can easily tackle city roads and off-road excursions. 

• Boot Space: With all the seats up, the boot space is 300 litres, and it increases to 750 litres with the last row of seats folded down. 

Specs & Features: BMW X7 vs Rivals

The BMW X7 has notable market rivals in India that match up to it in terms of performance and features. These are the Land Rover Defender, Audi Q8 and Porsche Cayenne. Each car has its features and offerings. The following section compares the features of the BMW X7 with those of its market competitors with respect to the specifications and features for a comparative analysis. 

BMW X7 vs Land Rover Defender

• Engine Capacity: Like the BMW X7, the Land Rover Defender has both petrol and diesel engines. Five engines are available, ranging from 1997cc to 4999cc. In comparison, the BMW X7 has only two engines, 2998cc and 2993cc. 

• Infotainment Screen: The BMW X7 has a larger 14.9-inch infotainment system compared to the Land Rover Defender's 11.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation. 

• Sunroof: Both cars come with panoramic sunroofs.

• Dimensions: The Land Rover Defender has less length and width than the BMW X7. The Land Rover Defender, however, is way taller by almost 132 mm. 

• Seating: The Land Rover Defender has flexible seating options of five or six. The BMW X7 has a seating capacity of six people, which is standard. 

BMW X7 vs Audi Q8 

• Dimensions: The BMW X7 is 186 mm longer than the Audi Q8, 223 mm wider, and 130 mm taller.

• Seating: The Audi Q8 is a five-seater car, while the BMW X7 is a six-seater car. 

• Engine: The Audi Q8 offers one 2995cc petrol engine. The BMW X7 has both petrol and diesel engine choices, with the latter having a larger capacity of 2998cc. 

• Speakers: The Audi Q8's audio system has 17 speakers, while the BMW X7's has a 16-speaker sound system. 

• Airbags: The Audi Q8 has eight airbags, while the BMW X7 comes with 9. 

BMW X7 vs Porsche Cayenne 

• Engine: The Porsche Cayenne has one 2995cc petrol engine, which is smaller in capacity than the BMW X7's 2998cc petrol engine. The latter also has a diesel engine option. 

• Driver's Display: The Porsche Cayenne has a larger 12.65-inch digital driver's display compared to the BMW X7's 12.3-inch unit. 

• Seating: The Porsche Cayenne has a seating capacity of four, which is two less than that of the BMW X7. 

• Boot Space: The Porsche Cayenne has an extensive boot space of 772 litres, which is much larger than the BMW X7's 300-litre cargo space. 

• Dimensions: The BMW X7 is longer than the Porsche Cayenne by 251 mm, wider than 235 mm, and taller by 137 mm. 

• Airbags: The Porsche Cayenne has six airbags, while the BMW has nine. 

• Body Type: Both the BMW X7 and the Porsche Cayenne are luxury SUVs.