BMW bumps the 7 Series for 2027, adds all-new battery

The latest BMW Operating System X continues to incorporate wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and it interfaces with a simplified zonal electrical architecture similar to the Neue Klasse EVs that eliminates 2,000 feet of wiring. BMW includes four years of free data and plans to offer over-the-air updates. Michael Keller, vice president of product management for BMW of North America, wouldn’t say how long OTA support would be offered but noted that the current hardware set offers substantial headroom for future updates. At launch, the i7 will be available in 50 xDrive and 60 xDrive strengths, with dual-motor powertrains tuned for 449 hp (335 kW) and 487 lb-ft (660 Nm) and 536 hp (400 kW) and 549 lb-ft (745 Nm), respectively. BMW reckons the i7 60 xDrive will do zero to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 4.6 seconds, while the 50 xDrive will do the same in 5.3 seconds. BMW continues to offer adaptive regenerative braking that varies the level of regen based on navigation data and the speed of cars ahead, as well as a coasting feature for increased efficiency at highway speeds. Drivers can also manually select low, medium, and high settings.