BMW is finally launched 2019
X7. Larger and more luxurious than the redesigned X5, the production model
closely echoes the X7 iPerformance concept which was introduced earlier this
year.
Putting the grille aside, X7 features slender
headlights which reside above massive air intakes that are blocked off.
Elsewhere, we can see a relatively flat roof and a prominent greenhouse which
is trimmed in chromed surrounds. The model also has long rear doors and slim
taillights which are connected by a chrome bar.
Overall, the X7 measures 5163 mm long, 1999 mm wide and 1805 mm tall with a
wheelbase that spans 3103 mm. This means the X7 is 228
mm longer, 5 mm narrower and 53 mm taller than the
X5. The model also has a 129 mm longer wheelbase.
While the exterior styling won’t win everyone over,
the X7 has a luxurious cabin which features a stylish blend of leather, wood
and metallic trim. Drivers sit behind a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
which is located next to another 12.3-inch display for the infotainment system.
Specifications will vary by market, but the US-spec
model comes standard with a four-zone climate control system, a 10-speaker
audio system and a three-panel panoramic glass sunroof. Other niceties include
a wireless smartphone charge and a WiFi hotspot.
An assortment of options will be available including
a 20-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system and a rear-seat
entertainment system with 10.2-inch touchscreen displays. Other tempting
options include heated seats, power rear window shades, heated / cooled cup
holders and a head-up display.
The X7 comes comes standard with a split-folding
second row bench, but customers can also order power captain’s chairs which
“offer the same range of adjustments as the seats for the driver and front
passenger.” Regardless of which configuration is selected, the seats slide fore
and aft up to 144 mm and feature backrests that can be
automatically raised to lowered with the touch of a button.
Third row passengers don’t take a backseat to
comfort as BMW says they are treated to “full-size seats that are fully capable
of accommodating adult passengers over longer journeys.” Besides having
relatively roomy accommodations, rear seat passengers have their own cup
holders and armrests.
In terms of practicality, the X7 offers 1376 liters of luggage space behind the third row. That can be expanded
to 2559 liters by folding the second and third row down.
Under the hood, the X7 xDrive40i features a
turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine that produces 335 hp and 446 Nm of torque. It is connected to an improved
eight-speed automatic transmission and an xDrive all-wheel drive which is
available with an optional rear locking differential. This setup enables the
massive crossover to accelerate from 0-96 km/h in 5.8 seconds, before hitting a
top speed of 209 km/h.
Buyers looking for more power and prestige can opt
for the X7 xDrive50i which has an “extensively updated” twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8
engine with 456 hp and 648 Nm of torque. The
extra power cuts the 0-96 km/h to 5.2 seconds, but the top
speed remains unchanged.
