2026 BMW 7 Series, i7 Facelift Launched

BMW has launched the 2026 7 Series and i7 facelift in India, more than three and a half years after the current-generation 7 Series was introduced here. The mid-life update brings revised styling, a substantially redesigned cabin and powertrain upgrades to both flagship models.

The BMW 7 Series 740 is priced at Rs 1.95 crore, while the i7 eDrive50 is also priced at Rs 1.95 crore and the range-topping i7 M70 xDrive costs Rs 2.65 crore (all prices, ex-showroom).

The 7 Series and i7 eDrive50 will be locally assembled at BMW’s Chennai plant, while the M70 xDrive will be imported as a fully built unit.

BMW 7 Series, i7 Facelift: Key Highlights

• 7 Series 740: Rs 1.95 crore
• i7 eDrive50: Rs 1.95 crore; M70 xDrive: Rs 2.65 crore
• 740 gets 400hp and 540Nm from its 3.0-litre turbo-petrol engine
• i7 eDrive50 produces 455hp and 600Nm, with up to 728km WLTP range
• i7 M70 xDrive produces 680hp and up to 1,100Nm
• New Panoramic Vision display and 17.9-inch central touchscreen
• Available with a 31.3-inch 8K rear entertainment screen

BMW 7 Series, i7 Facelift: Exterior Design

The facelift brings the biggest visual changes to the front end of both models. The 7 Series now has a more upright and imposing appearance, with revised split headlamps, slimmer DRLs and redesigned vertical air intakes. The kidney grille has been squared off and now features horizontal slats, while its illuminated surround has been retained. The lower air dam is also wider.

The 7 Series gets new 20-inch alloy wheels as standard, with 22-inch wheels available as an option. Revised side skirts and new wider LED tail-lamps and a smoother rear bumper complete the exterior changes.

The i7 follows the same design direction, with a squared-off illuminated grille, revised LED headlights and a new front bumper. It also gets new alloy wheel designs, while the rear features smoked tail-lamps and redesigned tailgate and bumper. The M70 xDrive gets a larger front air intake, M badges on the Hofmeister kink and rear lights, and 21-inch wheels.

BMW 7 Series, i7 Facelift: New Interior

The biggest changes are inside. Both models adopt BMW’s latest cabin design inspired by its Neue Klasse models. The dashboard features a 17.9-inch rhomboidal infotainment touchscreen, 14.6-inch passenger display and BMW’s full-width Panoramic Vision projection at the base of the windscreen. A new four-spoke steering wheel has also been introduced. The centre console has been redesigned with more storage, fewer physical buttons and a new cylindrical rotary drive selector.

Equipment on the 7 Series includes powered doors, powered heated, ventilated and massaging seats, Boss mode, Level 2 ADAS, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, over-the-air updates and an 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system.

The i7 retains the 31.3-inch 8K Theatre Screen, along with a Bowers & Wilkins sound system with Dolby Atmos, powered doors, powered ottomans and Level 2 ADAS. Its panoramic glass roof can also be equipped with more than 40 embedded LEDs that synchronise with the ambient lighting.

BMW 7 Series Facelift: Engine and Performance

The India-spec 7 Series is now available only in 740 petrol guise, with BMW dropping the 740d diesel variant. The 740 continues with a 3.0-litre direct-injection turbocharged straight-six paired with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. Internal upgrades have increased output to 400hp and 540Nm, up by 19hp and 20Nm over the outgoing model. An 8-speed torque-converter automatic gearbox sends power to the rear wheels. BMW claims a 0-100kph time of 5.4sec, while top speed is electronically limited to 250kph. Rear-wheel steering and adaptive suspension continue to be offered.

BMW i7 Facelift: Powertrain and Range

The electric i7 is available in eDrive50 and M70 xDrive forms.

The rear-wheel-drive i7 eDrive50 produces 455hp and 600Nm and uses a 112.5kWh battery pack. It can accelerate from 0-100kph in 5.5sec and has a top speed of 210kph. Its claimed WLTP range is 728km, an increase of 125km over the outgoing model.

The range-topping i7 M70 xDrive uses all-wheel drive and produces 680hp. Torque output is rated at 1,015Nm in Sport mode and rises to 1,100Nm with Sport Boost. It can complete the 0-100kph sprint in 3.8sec and has a top speed of 250kph. Its claimed range stands at 686km WLTP.

Both variants support 250kW DC fast charging, with a claimed 10-80 percent charging time of 28 minutes. BMW says a 10-minute charging session can add up to 235km of range. A 22kW AC charger takes around six hours to charge the battery from 0-100 percent. Both versions come with a complimentary wallbox charger and installation.

BMW 7 Series, i7 Facelift: Price and Positioning

The 7 Series facelift is Rs 10 lakh more expensive than the outgoing model, which was priced at Rs 1.85 crore. It continues to rival the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, priced between Rs 2.20 crore and Rs 2.38 crore.

The local assembly of the 740 and i7 eDrive50 should also allow BMW to maintain a more competitive positioning for its flagship models, while the fully imported M70 xDrive remains the performance-focused top-end offering.