“i7 is a one of a kind vehicle. It is worth far more than the 127k or more price. Drives like a Rolls Royce. The negative of that is that it drives as a much bigger car than typical 7 series but is a very special automobile.”
2023 BMW i7: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 BMW i7 is an all-new model and the first fully electric version of BMW’s 7 Series. It arrives with the redesigned seventh-generation 7 Series body, cabin, and technology.
About the 2023 BMW i7
7th-generation 7 Series / 1st-generation i7 (G70), first year
BMW positions the i7 as its flagship electric luxury sedan: a full-size chauffeur-friendly sedan that blends silent EV driving with the comfort, rear-seat space, and long-distance feel buyers expect from a 7 Series. Instead of separating it into a radically different model, BMW presents it as the electric form of the same top-tier luxury formula, with strong emphasis on quietness, digital cabin tech, premium materials, and a calm long-distance ride.
The sole xDrive60 trim pairs the quiet, rear-seat-focused character of BMW’s flagship sedan with a 536-hp dual-motor AWD system and a 101.7-kWh usable battery. Its notable features include air suspension, rear-wheel steering, a panoramic glass roof, Bowers & Wilkins audio, and a curved digital display spanning the instrument panel and central touchscreen.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The first electric 7 Series launches as the i7 xDrive60, with a 536-hp dual-motor AWD system and a 101.7-kWh usable battery.
Styling
The redesigned sedan gets a new exterior and interior, including a split-headlight front end and an illuminated control bar across the dashboard.
Safety
The redesigned range receives expanded driver-assistance technology.
Tech
A new curved display combines a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with a 14.9-inch central touchscreen running BMW’s iDrive 8 system.
Structural
A larger body creates more rear-seat space and a more limousine-like cabin. Adaptive air suspension is standard, and rear-wheel steering helps the large sedan turn more easily.
2023 BMW i7 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | Dual AC Electric Motors |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
| Horsepower | 536 hp |
| Trunk/Cargo | 17.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 42.8 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Electric Range | 296 |
| MPGe Combined | 83 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Head-Up Display | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
Is 2023 the first year of the BMW i7?
Yes. The 2023 model year marks the debut of the BMW i7 and the first fully electric version of the 7 Series.
What is the biggest change for the 2023 BMW i7?
The biggest change is the launch of the i7 itself. It brings a fully electric powertrain to the newly redesigned seventh-generation 7 Series.
What powertrain does the 2023 BMW i7 use?
The 2023 i7 xDrive60 uses two electric motors, AWD, and a 101.7-kWh usable battery. The system produces 536 horsepower.
What interior technology is new in the 2023 BMW i7?
The redesigned cabin introduces a curved display with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch central touchscreen. It also has an illuminated control bar across the dashboard.
Was there a 2022 BMW i7?
No. The i7 begins with the 2023 model year as the electric version of the redesigned 7 Series.
2023 BMW i7 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 BMW i7.
4.4
2023 BMW i7
(109 reviews)
“It's very, very, large with lots of room in the front and back. The technology is complicated to use but once everything is dialed in, it's terrific. Great interior quality. Wonderful ride, Spectacular handling. And better than decent range.”
“Exceptional car from interior and exterior styling to driving experience. Incredibly quiet, comfortable, and fun to drive.”