Carscoops spies have caught up with another prototype of the 2023 Alpina XB7 that’s based on BMW’s upcoming 2023 X7 facelift. As with the previous testers, the updated XB7 retains the heavy camo on both ends, but we can still make out the new split headlamp design that will shared with the next 7-Series as well.
The most significant change being
developed for the facelifted BMW X7 are the headlights. Like the forthcoming
new 7-Series, the updated X7 will sport a split headlight design, mimicking a
design trend we have seen many other car manufacturers adopting over recent years.
Both the X7 and XB7 prototypes pictured appear to be equipped with
production-ready versions of these headlights, although they have been hidden
under camouflage.
BMW will continue the styling alterations with an updated rear-end that includes revised taillights with new LED light signatures. Compared to the front, however, the updates made to the rear will be comparatively minimal and won’t cause controversy like the split headlights inevitably will.
In terms of powertrains, the updated BMW X7 range could grow with the addition of several new engines, potentially including a plug-in hybrid. By comparison, the Alpina XB7 will probably retain just a single engine option, namely a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 with no less than 612 hp and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque.
