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The new BMW 7 Series.
Wed Apr 22 15:00:00 CEST 2026 Press Kit
In the new BMW 7 Series, progressive luxury and the pioneering technologies of the Neue Klasse come together to create a unique driving experience.
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The BMW Group is making a powerful statement with the new BMW 7 Series Sedan. Embodying Sheer Driving Pleasure at its most exclusive, the 7 Series reinforces its leading position in the luxury segment to compelling effect.
The new BMW 7 Series – the first luxury sedan with
technologies from the Neue Klasse.
Developed with passion and designed to perfection, the BMW 7
Series Sedan has established itself as an innovation leader and
technological pioneer around the world since it first took to the
stage in 1977. Each generation has brought fresh impetus to its era –
from groundbreaking safety functions and revolutionary operating
concepts to digital worlds that set new standards.
This forward-looking approach has been a hallmark characteristic of
the BMW 7 Series Sedan for 49 years now.
The new BMW 7 Series represents the most extensive model update ever carried out by the BMW Group. With this update, the new BMW 7 Series takes another major leap forward in the middle of its seventh generation. As the flagship model series of the BMW product range and a brand figurehead, the new BMW 7 Series Sedan takes the lead when it comes to the introduction of technologies from the Neue Klasse into existing models. This step also marks the beginning of a technology rollout – spanning drive system variants and market segments – from which all future BMW cars will benefit.
Premiere for the new BMW luxury-class design.
The new BMW 7 Series embodies the specific interpretation of
the new BMW design language for the luxury segment. A monolithic
exterior, the new BMW kidney Iconic Glow and minimalist crystal
headlights give the car a visually impactful presence and make it
easily recognisable. The side view impresses with reduced surfaces, a
character line and classy details, while the rear end is shaped by
newly designed lights and clear forms. Three BMW M Performance models
provide sporting differentiation to striking effect, with the M Sport
package and M Sport package Pro bringing further emphasis.
BMW Individual offers a broad spread of personalisation options,
including BMW Individual Dual-Finish paintwork – a world first marked
by technological sophistication and expert craftsmanship. Completing
the picture are a carefully curated selection of ex-factory wheels,
from 20-inch rims to the new addition of 22-inch items.
Exclusive interior experience: feel-good ambience with
luxurious materials, modern design and innovative technologies.
The interior of the new BMW 7 Series Sedan captures the
imagination with a successful combination of luxurious materials,
modern design and advanced technology. The clean design language,
high-quality surfaces in materials such as leather, cloth, wood,
crystal glass and metal, and innovative details create an exclusive
yet also cosy atmosphere. The highlights are the new BMW Panoramic
iDrive with BMW Passenger Screen (making its debut), the upgraded BMW
Theatre Screen enabling cinematic experiences or working-on-the-move
for rear-seat passengers, an immersive light concept with ambient
light strip and new light elements, plus a Bowers & Wilkins sound
system and Dolby Atmos support for an exceptional audio experience.
Ergonomically designed seats (including comfort seats and the optional
Executive Lounge), new steering wheels, updated automatic doors, a
digital interior mirror[1], and standard features such as a panoramic glass
sunroof, four-zone automatic climate control and the Travel &
Comfort System round off the luxurious, individual overall experience.
BMW Panoramic iDrive and new BMW Passenger Screen open up new
dimensions in entertainment and information.
The new BMW 7 Series combines the virtues of a luxury-class sedan
with innovative BMW Neue Klasse technology and offers a far-reaching,
digital user experience that focuses on both the driver and
passengers. Among the highlights are BMW Panoramic iDrive with BMW
Operating System X and optimum driver orientation, intelligent voice
control with extended BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant including
Amazon Alexa+ AI technology[2], and a powerful software and electronics architecture
delivering future-proof functionality.
New features such as improved navigation with BMW Maps, user-friendly smartphone integration, digital M content from BMW Digital Premium, the BMW Digital Key Plus, plus numerous optional BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades and regular over‑the‑air software updates endow the BMW 7 Series Sedan with exceptional flexibility and keep it up to date.
The standard-specification BMW Passenger Screen and optional BMW Theatre Screen for 8K streaming, gaming and video calls provide top‑class entertainment for passengers and are augmented by popular third-party apps. The extensive entertainment offering is also available on the Central Display when the vehicle is stationary.
Proven commitment to technology openness: efficient combustion
engines, plug-in hybrids and fully electric variants now offering
over 720 kilometres / 447 miles of electric range (WLTP) thanks to
technology including cylindrical cells from sixth-generation BMW
eDrive.
The new BMW 7 Series Sedan impresses once again with the wide
variety of drive systems available to customers. As well as efficient
combustion engines with 48V mild hybrid technology and powerful
plug-in hybrids, this also includes advanced fully electric variants.
The use of innovative cylindrical cells – part of sixth-generation
BMW eDrive – gives the fully electric models a significantly longer
electric range that now extends to over 720 kilometres / 447 miles
(WLTP). In addition, drivers benefit from user-friendly and
intelligent charging solutions, route planning optimised for charging,
adaptive recuperation and integration into the energy market for
cost-optimised charging. The exceptionally poised and assured
BMW 740d xDrive is now joined by the BMW 740 xDrive. And completing
the line-up are two plug-in hybrid variants. In addition, a total of
three BMW M Performance models demonstrate the strong commitment of
the new BMW 7 Series to Sheer Driving Pleasure.
Advanced assistance systems with BMW Symbiotic Drive and use
of AI to maximise comfort and safety in partially automated driving
and parking manoeuvres.
The new BMW 7 Series Sedan employs advanced technologies and
increases the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to set new standards
of comfort and safety in partially automated driving and parking
manoeuvres. Innovative SAE Level 2 driver assistance systems and
active safety functions provide noticeable added value, while BMW
Symbiotic Drive optimises the interplay between the driver and their
car. The Motorway Assistant enables hands-off driving up to 130 km/h
(81 mph) in numerous European countries, and the City Assistant now
supports navigation-guided Address-2-Address journeys in urban areas.
The range of active safety functions specified as standard has been
broadened compared to that of the predecessor model, while the
standard-fit Park Assist, and AI-supported parking space detection and
manoeuvre planning make parking extremely intuitive and comfortable.
Driving pleasure meets the pleasure of being driven: unique
combination of driving dynamics and comfort.
As before, the new BMW 7 Series Sedan blends compelling
driving dynamics with the comfort levels of a luxury chauffeur-driven
sedan and so meets the diverse needs of different customer groups
around the world – from drivers looking for sporting responses from
their car to passengers prioritising comfort. Innovative chassis
technology, including standard adaptive 2‑axle air suspension
featuring four electronically controlled shock absorbers, allows the
BMW 7 Series to offer standout driving characteristics and safety.
22-inch wheels are now available from the factory for the first time
as an alternative to the 20-inch items fitted as standard. The
optional Adaptive Chassis Control with Integral Active Steering and
Adaptive Chassis Control Professional with Integral Active Steering
and roll stabilisation raise the bar once again in terms of comfort
and agility. Specific chassis upgrades brought by the M Sport package
turn the dynamic dial up another notch, as do a trio of
M Performance models. And cutting-edge functions such as digital tyre
conditioning monitoring with AI, the integrated braking system and
near-actuator wheel slip limitation ensure top-drawer handling and safety.
When maximum security meets luxury: the BMW 7 Series Protection.
The BMW 7 Series Protection brings together exceptionally
high levels of safety, security and luxury. It provides occupants with
protection from attacks with firearms or explosives and has VR9
certification – with VPAM 10 classification, representing the highest
level of protection, available as an option. Underpinning this
capability is the innovative BMW Protection Core with multi-layer
armouring consisting of steel, special alloys, composite materials and
bulletproof glass. The suspension and brakes are set up specially to
ensure BMW’s signature dynamic ability is preserved. A new BMW 7
Series Protection special protection vehicle based on the new BMW 7
Series is in the final stages of development.
Focus on sustainability: resource-efficient development and
production, innovative CO₂ reduction measures and TÜV-certified
transparency throughout the car’s life cycle.
With the new BMW 7 Series, the BMW Group is extending its
sustainability strategy across all drive-system variants. The focus
here is on resource-efficient product development, innovative
technologies and measures applied throughout the car’s life cycle –
from the supply chain to production and the use phase. In the case of
the BMW i7, in particular, CO₂e emissions have been significantly
reduced with the help of secondary materials, renewable energies and
optimised manufacturing processes, e.g. through the use of Gen6
battery cells and aluminium wheel rims with a high recycled material
content. The company’s ambitious climate goals, including reducing
CO₂e emissions by 60 million tons by 2035, are part of a 360°
sustainability approach. Transparency is guaranteed by TÜV-certified
carbon footprint verification. Production uses electricity and heat
generated from renewable sources, supported by photovoltaic systems
and a biomass heating plant.
Production at BMW Group Plant Dingolfing.
All model and drive-system variants of the new BMW 7 Series
Sedan will be built on a single production line at BMW Group Plant
Dingolfing. The tradition-rich location in Lower Bavaria combines the
customary BMW passion for flawless engineering with skilled
craftsmanship like no other. By beginning the rollout of Neue Klasse
technologies, BMW Group Plant Dingolfing is once again assuming the
role of lead plant for the new BMW luxury-class models.
The new BMW 7 Series Sedan celebrates its world premiere on 22 April 2026. The start of production and worldwide market launch will follow just a few months later, from July 2026.
CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.
Provisional figures that have not yet been officially confirmed. EnVKV data not available yet.
BMW 740 xDrive:
Energy consumption, combined WLTP
in l/100 km: 9.3 – 8.3; CO₂ emissions, combined WLTP in g/km: 211 – 189
BMW i7 60 xDrive:
Energy consumption, combined
WLTP in kWh/100 km: 21.9 – 18.2
BMW M760e xDrive:
Energy consumption, combined
WLTP in l/100 km: 6,8 – 5,6; CO₂ emissions, combined WLTP in g/km: 154
– 128; Energy consumption, combined WLTP in kWh/100 km: 18.2 – 16.7
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