In April this year, BMW unveiled the all-new seventh-generation G70 7 Series. The range also included the fully-electric i7. Shortly after, BMW Malaysia began accepting pre-bookings for the i7 – with the EV also being listed on the company’s website.
The fully electric BMW i7 (a left-hand drive unit) combines electric performance and multisensory entertainment to produce an unforgettable motoring experience.
Here are key details about BMW i7
Engine
- 400 kW* (544 hp*) of output bring power onto the road
- Up to 795 Nm* torque for a maximum in dynamic acceleration
- From 0 to 100 km/h in only 4.7 s*
- Almost in silence and free of local emissions thanks to the innovative eDrive propulsion concept
- 615 km* of electric range reach all each everyday destination
- Low consumption of only 19.7–18.9 kWh/km* through technologies such as recuperation during braking
- Maximum efficiency thanks to lightweight construction methods and aerodynamic design
- The AC charging setup takes around 9.5 hours to charge the battery from 10 to 80 per cent. The DC fast charging does the same job in 35 minutes.
Exterior design
- Iconic front design. BMW ‘Iconic Glow’ crystal headlights with Swarovski crystal elements and an illuminated kidney contour radiate personality
- The flowing lines transform the sheer size of the new BMW i7 into aesthetically proportioned spaciousness. A chrome element highlights the Hofmeister kink like a precious jewel
- Narrow, L-shaped rear lights and slim chrome strip emphasise the effect of breadth. Blue design elements signal the innovative drive system.
Interior design
- The multifunctional control the BMW Interaction bar extends horizontally across the entire cockpit. Completing the multimedia experience is the 14.9″ BMW Curved Displays.
- The 31.3″ BMW Theatre Screen in the rear together with the comfortable seats and loudspeakers integrated in the door turns every journey into an adventure.
- The Panorama glass Sky Lounge allows a lot of light into the interior during the day. At night it creates an incomparable ambience by using dynamic light effects.
- High-quality leather seats, superbly handcrafted materials
- Ergonomically perfected, every function is exactly where you need it
- Carefully devised technologies turn every journey into an unforgettable experience
BMW Malaysia has not revealed the 2023 BMW i7 price, however, it is expected to be priced somewhere between RM 550,000 to RM 600,000. For more information regarding the BMW i7, you may visit BMW’s official website here.
