In order to remain competitive with Tesla, and luxury arch-rival Mercedes-Benz, which offers an all-electric flagship sedan and SUV, it is clear that BMW needs an EV flagship of its own.
The i7, introduced with the redesigned 7 Series, is an electric powered 7, underpinned by a 101.7 kWh battery pack under the floor.
It's an impressive car with a plush, stately ride, super quiet cabin, tons of effortless power and handling agility that makes it feel like a smaller car, thanks in part to the four-wheel steering.
Range spans between 296 and of 321 miles depending on tire size.
The interior is richly furnished and the optional B&W sound system makes the cabin feel like a concert hall.
A suite of active safety, such as AEB with pedestrian and cyclist detection are standard, and an optional driver assist system can execute lane changes on its own.
There's also an even more powerful M70 and a less expensive eDrive50 rear-wheel drive version.
In order to remain competitive with Tesla, which makes only EVs, and luxury arch-rival Mercedes-Benz, which has already introduced an all-electric flagship sedan and SUV, it seems obvious that BMW needs a battery-powered flagship of its own.
The i7 xDrive60, introduced with the redesigned 7 Series, looks almost exactly like its gasoline-powered counterparts, but is underpinned by a large battery pack under the floor, and driven by two electric motors, one in front, and one in the rear, in place of the inline-six-cylinder and V8 engines that have long been staples in BMW’s lineup.
The electric motors will generate a combined 536 hp and an estimated range of 318 miles.
A suite of active safety, such as FCW and AEB with pedestrian and cyclist detection are standard, and advanced driver assist systems are available.
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