2026 BMW i7: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2026 BMW i7 is a quiet carryover with no major changes from 2025. It keeps the same eDrive50, xDrive60, and M70 lineup without a redesign or broad powertrain, styling, safety, or technology update.
About the 2026 BMW i7
1st i7 generation, part of the 7th-generation BMW 7 Series (G70); introduced for 2023, with 2026 serving as a mid-cycle pre-refresh year.
BMW positions the i7 as its electric flagship sedan: a big, quiet luxury car with limousine-grade rear-seat comfort, standout cabin technology, and much stronger acceleration than its size suggests. It is meant for buyers who want traditional full-size sedan presence and rich materials, but also want a fully electric powertrain and a more driver-focused personality than some softer luxury EV rivals. The i7’s core draw is that it blends chauffeur-style comfort with unmistakable BMW performance character.
The i7 remains BMW’s full-size electric luxury sedan, with the rear-wheel-drive eDrive50 focused on range and comfort and the all-wheel-drive xDrive60 adding more power and poor-weather traction. The M70 is the performance model, with 650 horsepower, M-specific brakes and body details, while all three feature BMW’s curved dashboard display and a panoramic LED roof.
2026 BMW i7 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric Motors, Dual High Performance | Electric Motor, High Performance | Electric Motors, Dual High Performance |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 650 hp | 449 hp | 536 hp |
| Torque | 749 lb-ft | 479 lb-ft | 549 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 17.7 cu-ft | 17.7 cu-ft | 17.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 42.8 in | 42.8 in | 42.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 385 | 314 | 296 |
| MPGe Combined | 79 | 88 | 88 |
| 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 | |||
| Dual Power Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Massage Front Seat | |||
| Massage Rear Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Reclining Rear Seats | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
| Ventilated Rear Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2026 BMW i7 compared with the 2025 model?
No major product changes were announced for the 2026 BMW i7. The trim lineup, basic powertrain choices, exterior design, driver-assistance offerings, and curved-display cabin technology carry over from 2025.
Was the 2026 BMW i7 redesigned?
No, the 2026 BMW i7 was not redesigned or given a mid-cycle facelift. It remains part of the first i7 generation introduced for 2023.
Which trims does the 2026 BMW i7 have?
The 2026 BMW i7 lineup consists of the eDrive50, xDrive60, and M70. The eDrive50 has rear-wheel drive, while the xDrive60 and performance-focused M70 use dual motors and all-wheel drive.
Is the 2026 BMW i7 worth choosing over the 2025 model?
The 2026 BMW i7 does not bring a major product advantage over the 2025 model. For a used-vehicle shopper, condition, mileage, equipment, and service history matter more than the model-year change.
Did the 2026 BMW i7 receive new infotainment or safety technology?
No lineup-wide infotainment or safety upgrade was announced for the 2026 BMW i7. It retains the familiar curved dashboard display and operating system, while major advanced driver-assistance features remain tied to optional packages rather than becoming standard across the lineup.