BMW 7 Series i7 Facelift Launches in India at Rs 1.95 Crore

The BMW 7 Series i7 facelift has arrived in India more than three and a half years after the current-generation 7 Series was introduced in the market. The mid-life update brings revised exterior styling, a substantially redesigned cabin and powertrain upgrades across both flagship models. The BMW 7 Series 740 is priced at Rs 1.95 crore, while the i7 eDrive50 also costs Rs 1.95 crore and the range-topping i7 M70 xDrive is priced at Rs 2.65 crore, with all prices listed ex-showroom. The 740 and i7 eDrive50 will be locally assembled at BMW’s Chennai plant, while the M70 xDrive arrives as a fully built unit.

BMW 7 Series 740 Gets Updated Petrol Powertrain

The updated 7 Series is offered in India only in 740 petrol form, as BMW has discontinued the 740d diesel variant for this facelift. The 740 uses a 3.0-litre direct-injection turbocharged straight-six engine paired with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. Internal upgrades raise output to 400hp and 540Nm, representing increases of 19hp and 20Nm over the outgoing model. An 8-speed torque-converter automatic gearbox sends power to the rear wheels, while rear-wheel steering and adaptive suspension continue to be available. BMW claims a 0-100kph acceleration time of 5.4sec and an electronically limited top speed of 250kph.

BMW 7 Series Facelift Brings Revised Exterior Design

The exterior changes are concentrated most heavily at the front of the updated 7 Series. Its revised design gives the sedan a more upright and imposing appearance, with split headlamps, slimmer daytime running lights and redesigned vertical air intakes. The kidney grille is now more squared off and uses horizontal slats, while the illuminated surround has been retained. A wider lower air dam, revised side skirts, new wider LED tail-lamps and a smoother rear bumper complete the main changes. New 20-inch alloy wheels are standard, while 22-inch wheels are available as an option.

BMW i7 Facelift Adds Model-Specific Exterior Details

The i7 adopts the same broader design direction while receiving model-specific details. Its front end features a squared-off illuminated grille, revised LED headlights and a new bumper, accompanied by fresh alloy wheel designs. At the rear, smoked tail-lamps and redesigned tailgate and bumper elements distinguish the facelift. The M70 xDrive adds a larger front air intake, M badges on the Hofmeister kink and rear lights, and 21-inch wheels. These changes give the electric flagship a more performance-oriented visual identity while retaining the core styling relationship between the 7 Series and i7.

BMW 7 Series And i7 Get Redesigned Interiors

Inside, the facelift introduces a substantially revised cabin based on BMW’s latest design approach inspired by its Neue Klasse models. The dashboard incorporates a 17.9-inch rhomboidal infotainment touchscreen and a 14.6-inch passenger display, while the full-width Panoramic Vision projection sits at the base of the windshield. A new four-spoke steering wheel replaces the previous design, and the center console has been redesigned with additional storage, fewer physical buttons and a cylindrical rotary drive selector. The revised layout therefore places greater emphasis on digital displays while changing the way occupants interact with key cabin functions.

Flagship Models Add Advanced Cabin Equipment

The 7 Series equipment package includes powered doors, powered heated, ventilated and massaging seats, Boss mode and Level 2 ADAS. The sedan also offers 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 and a Bowers & Wilkins audio system with Dolby Atmos, alongside powered doors, powered ottomans and Level 2 ADAS. Its panoramic glass roof can also be fitted with more than 40 embedded LEDs that synchronize with the ambient lighting, adding another configurable element to the flagship’s interior experience.

BMW i7 eDrive50 Delivers 728km Claimed Range

The electric i7 is available in two variants, with the rear-wheel-drive eDrive50 positioned below the all-wheel-drive M70 xDrive. The i7 eDrive50 produces 455hp and 600Nm and uses a 112.5kWh battery pack. It can accelerate from 0-100kph in 5.5sec and reach a top speed of 210kph. Its claimed WLTP range is 728km, which is 125km higher than the outgoing model. The M70 xDrive produces 680hp, with torque rated at 1,015Nm in Sport mode and rising to 1,100Nm when Sport Boost is activated. It completes 0-100kph in 3.8sec and has a claimed 686km WLTP range.

BMW i7 Supports 250kW DC Fast Charging

Charging performance is unchanged in headline capacity terms across the two i7 variants, with both supporting 250kW DC fast charging. BMW claims a 10-80 percent charging time of 28 minutes and says a 10-minute charging session can add as much as 235km of range. A 22kW AC charger takes around six hours to charge the battery from 0-100 percent. Both versions are supplied with a complimentary wallbox charger and installation. The combination of the larger battery in the eDrive50, its claimed 728km WLTP range and the stated fast-charging capability gives the electric flagship a broad operating range for long-distance use.

BMW 7 Series And i7 Pricing And Assembly

The pricing places the 7 Series 740 and i7 eDrive50 at the same Rs 1.95 crore ex-showroom price, while the i7 M70 xDrive sits at Rs 2.65 crore. The updated 7 Series is Rs 10 lakh more expensive than the outgoing model, which carried a Rs 1.85 crore price. The facelift therefore maintains a clear separation between the standard flagship sedan and the higher-output electric M70, while giving buyers a choice between a mild-hybrid petrol powertrain and fully electric variants. The pricing also reflects the different assembly strategies used for the three versions in India.

BMW 7 Series And i7 Facelift Prices In India

The three India-spec variants span two powertrain approaches and two assembly methods. The 740 and i7 eDrive50 are locally assembled, whereas the M70 xDrive is imported as a fully built unit. Their ex-showroom prices establish the range from the two Rs 1.95 crore variants to the Rs 2.65 crore performance flagship. This structure also separates the locally assembled models from the fully imported M70 xDrive within the updated flagship lineup.

The BMW 7 Series continues to compete with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class in India, with the latter priced between Rs 2.20 crore and Rs 2.38 crore. Local assembly of the 740 and i7 eDrive50 should help BMW maintain a more competitive positioning for its flagship offerings, while the imported M70 xDrive remains the performance-focused top-end model. The facelift also broadens the technical distinction between the powertrains: the 740 emphasizes updated petrol performance and mild-hybrid assistance, while the i7 range combines high output with electric driving range and rapid charging capability.

Industry Impact & Outlook

The facelift strengthens BMW’s flagship presence in India by combining updated styling, a more digital cabin and stronger powertrain specifications while keeping the 740 and i7 eDrive50 at the same headline price. Local assembly of those two variants can support their competitive positioning against established luxury sedans, while the fully imported M70 xDrive remains a more specialized performance offering. For buyers, the key choice is increasingly between a rear-wheel-drive mild-hybrid 740 and the longer-range electric eDrive50 or higher-performance M70 xDrive. The next phase will depend on how customers respond to the revised technology, pricing and powertrain mix.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the prices of the BMW 7 Series and i7 facelift in India?
The updated BMW 7 Series 740 and i7 eDrive50 are both priced at Rs 1.95 crore ex-showroom, while the i7 M70 xDrive costs Rs 2.65 crore. The 740 and eDrive50 are locally assembled at BMW’s Chennai plant, whereas the M70 xDrive is imported as a fully built unit. The 740 is now available only with a 3.0-litre turbo-petrol mild-hybrid powertrain, while the i7 is offered in eDrive50 and M70 xDrive electric variants. The 7 Series 740 is Rs 10 lakh more expensive than the outgoing model.