BMW X7
Specs, engines and history
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By Felix Hartmann, Automotive Technology & EV Contributor Reviewed by Oleksandr Hnatiuk
- Built
- 2018–present
- Top power
- 390 kW (530 PS)
- New price
- from about €84,300 (2018)
- Used price today
- about €48,500–87,000 (AutoScout24, Nov 2026)
Our verdict: which X7 to choose
Our verdict · Felix Hartmann
The X7 suits families who need seven real seats and long-distance comfort but still want a car that steers well. In Europe the xDrive40d is the sensible choice: 259 kW and 720 Nm are plenty for a 2.4-tonne car, and the diesel has the best range. The xDrive40i is smoother and quieter in town, and the M60i is for drivers who want V8 performance. On a used car, prefer a facelifted car for the newer screens and mild hybrid engines, and check the air suspension and the electric seat mechanisms. More models of the brand are in our BMW catalogue.
The BMW X7 is a full-size, three-row luxury SUV built since late 2018 at BMW's Spartanburg plant in South Carolina. The G07 shares its CLAR platform with the X5 but is 5.15–5.18 m long, with six or seven seats, standard air suspension and xDrive all-wheel drive. Engines run from 195 kW (265 PS) to 390 kW (530 PS); a facelift in 2022 added split headlights and mild-hybrid technology.
In short
- Revealed on 17 October 2018, at dealers from March 2019; model code G07, built in Spartanburg, USA.
- Engines: 3.0-litre six-cylinder petrol and diesel, and a 4.4-litre V8 in the M50i, xDrive50i and M60i; all with an eight-speed automatic.
- The April 2022 facelift brought two-level headlights, a curved display and 48-volt mild hybrid assistance for every engine.
- Boot: 326 litres with all seats in use, 2,120 litres with rows two and three folded.
Size at a glance
| Dimensions | BMW X7 G07 |
|---|---|
| Length | 5,151 mm202.8 in |
| Width | 2,000 mm78.7 in |
| Height | 1,805 mm71.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 3,105 mm122.2 in |
| Boot | 326 L11.5 cu ft |
Specs by version
Engines
Performance
Show all 2 versions
| Version | 0–100 km/h |
|---|---|
| xDrive30d | 7.0 s 0–62 mph |
| M50d | 5.4 s 0–62 mph |
Dimensions and weight
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BMW X7 at a glance
| Specification | BMW X7 (G07) |
|---|---|
| Production | from 2018, Spartanburg (USA); also assembled in Thailand, India, Malaysia and Indonesia |
| Platform | CLAR, shared with the BMW X5 (G05) |
| Body | five-door SUV, three rows, 6 or 7 seats |
| Length | 5,151 mm (2018), 5,181 mm (from 2022) |
| Width / height | 2,000 mm / 1,805–1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,105 mm |
| Kerb weight | 2,320–2,460 kg (manufacturer range); about 2,600 kg DIN for the M60i |
| Boot | 326–2,120 l |
| Drive | xDrive all-wheel drive, no rear-drive version |
| Gearbox | 8-speed ZF automatic |
| Power | 195–390 kW (265–530 PS) |
Why BMW built the X7
Large luxury SUVs had become one of the most profitable classes in America and China, led by the Mercedes-Benz GL (later GLS) and the Range Rover. BMW previewed its answer with the Concept X7 iPerformance at the Frankfurt motor show in 2017. The production car was revealed online on 17 October 2018, with pre-orders opening at the same time, and the first customers received cars in March 2019.
The X7 is built in Spartanburg, BMW's largest plant, which also makes the X5 and X6. Kits for local assembly go to Rayong in Thailand, Chennai in India, Kulim in Malaysia and Jakarta in Indonesia. Compared with the BMW X5, the X7 has a 130 mm longer wheelbase, a full third row and a more upright body.
Engines from launch to the facelift
| Version | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive30d | 2018–2020 | 3.0 l six-cylinder diesel | 195 kW (265 PS) | 620 Nm | 7.0 s |
| xDrive40i | 2018–2022 | 3.0 l six-cylinder petrol | 250 kW (340 PS) | 450 Nm | 5.8 s |
| xDrive40d | 2020–2022 | 3.0 l six-cylinder diesel | 250 kW (340 PS) | 700 Nm | 6.1 s |
| M50d | 2018–2020 | 3.0 l quad-turbo diesel | 294 kW (400 PS) | 760 Nm | 5.4 s |
| xDrive50i (outside Europe) | 2019–2020 | 4.4 l V8 petrol | 340 kW (462 PS) | 650 Nm | 5.4 s |
| M50i | 2020–2022 | 4.4 l V8 petrol | 390 kW (530 PS) | 750 Nm | 4.5 s |
| xDrive40i | from 2022 | 3.0 l six-cylinder petrol, mild hybrid | 280 kW (380 PS) | 520 Nm | 5.6 s |
| xDrive40d | from 2022 | 3.0 l six-cylinder diesel, mild hybrid | 259 kW (352 PS) | 720 Nm | 5.9 s |
| M60i | from 2022 | 4.4 l V8 petrol, mild hybrid | 390 kW (530 PS) | 750 Nm | 4.7 s |
In Europe the X7 has always been offered with diesel engines; in the United States only six-cylinder and V8 petrol engines were sold. The old version of this page mentioned a V12 and a small four-cylinder hybrid as possibilities; neither was produced.
By our calculation, the M60i at about 2,600 kg carries 6.7 kg per kW, while the 195 kW xDrive30d carried about 12 kg per kW. Our power-to-weight calculator lets you set these figures against other large SUVs.
The 2022 facelift
BMW revealed the updated X7 in April 2022; production began in July and sales the following month. The front changed most. The daytime running lights now sit in a slim upper strip, and the main headlights are placed lower in the bumper, beside a larger kidney grille that can be illuminated. The rear lights gained a chrome strip, and wheels of up to 23 inches became available. Laser headlights, offered before, were dropped.
Inside, a curved display joins a 12.3-inch instrument screen and a 14.9-inch central touchscreen under one glass panel, running BMW's Operating System 8. Every engine received a 48-volt mild hybrid system with a starter-generator that can add up to 9 kW (12 PS) and 200 Nm. The base petrol engine rose from 250 to 280 kW, and the M50i was replaced by the M60i with the newer S68 V8.
Size, seats and boot space
At up to 5,181 mm the X7 is about 25 cm longer than the X5 and as long as many full-size American SUVs. All versions have three rows. The standard layout has a three-seat bench in the middle row for seven seats in total; two individual middle-row chairs give six seats.
| Measure | BMW X7 (G07) | BMW X5 (G05) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,151–5,181 mm | about 4,922–4,935 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,105 mm | 2,975 mm |
| Seats | 6 or 7 | 5 (7 optional) |
| Boot, all seats up | 326 l | not comparable (5 seats) |
The boot holds 326 litres behind the third row, and 2,120 litres with both rear rows folded. The tailgate is split into an upper and a lower part. The two-axle air suspension keeps the car level and lets the driver raise or lower it by 40 mm; it lowers itself by 20 mm above 138 km/h. Our size comparison tool puts the X7 next to any other car.
Equipment and technology
Standard equipment includes Vernasca leather, four-zone climate control, adaptive LED headlights, wireless charging and electrically adjusted heated seats. Assistance systems include adaptive cruise control and collision warning with automatic braking; with the driver-monitoring camera the car allows hands-off driving for up to a minute in suitable conditions. Options include a panoramic roof, a head-up display, rear-axle steering and an off-road package with selectable modes for gravel, sand, snow and rock.
X7 prices in Germany and the UK
In Germany in August 2022 the facelifted X7 started at about €97,700 for the xDrive40i, €99,700 for the xDrive40d and €127,200 for the M60i. In the United Kingdom the M60i cost 103,655 pounds in November 2022 (about €119,000 at the time). The launch figures quoted in the old version of this page, around €82,500–105,000, referred to the 2019 car and were not official price lists.
BMW X7 versus its rivals
| Model | Rows | Engines (Europe) | Typical buyer |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X7 | 3 | six-cylinder petrol and diesel, V8 | wants a driver's car with seven seats |
| Mercedes-Benz GLS | 3 | six-cylinder petrol and diesel, V8 | wants maximum comfort |
| Range Rover | 2 or 3 | six-cylinder, V8, plug-in hybrid | wants off-road ability and image |
| Audi Q7 | 3 | V6 petrol and diesel, plug-in hybrid | wants a lower price |
| Cadillac Escalade | 3 | V8 | mainly sold in North America |
The X7 drives most like a BMW saloon of the group; reviewers note how well it hides its weight, helped by optional rear-wheel steering. The Audi Q7 is the cheaper three-row choice, and the Cadillac Escalade is the American alternative.
The future: an electric iX7
In its first-quarter 2025 results, BMW confirmed that an electric iX7 is coming. Current reports place its introduction around 2027–2028, again built in Spartanburg; until then the G07 remains on sale.
BMW X7 in our rankings
- No. 3 of 182 · Most powerful diesel cars (294 kW)
- No. 4 of 198 · Longest SUVs and crossovers (5,151 mm)
- No. 4 of 108 · Most torque: diesel cars (760 Nm)
- No. 4 of 72 · Quickest diesel cars, 0–100 (5.4 s)
- No. 27 of 546 · Longest cars (5,151 mm · top 5%)
- No. 37 of 522 · Widest cars (2,000 mm · top 8%)
More powerful than 98% of ranked diesel cars in the 1CARS catalog (No. 3 of 182).
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FAQ
Where is the BMW X7 built?
The X7 is built at BMW's plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina, USA, which also makes the X5 and X6. Kits for local assembly go to plants in Thailand, India, Malaysia and Indonesia.
How many seats does the BMW X7 have?
All X7s have three rows. The standard layout has seven seats with a three-seat middle bench, and two individual middle chairs reduce that to six seats.
What engines does the BMW X7 have?
Since the 2022 facelift, European cars have the xDrive40i petrol (280 kW), the xDrive40d diesel (259 kW) and the M60i V8 (390 kW), all with mild hybrid assistance and an eight-speed automatic.
How big is the BMW X7's boot?
The boot holds 326 litres with all three rows in use, enough for several soft bags. With the second and third rows folded flat, the space grows to 2,120 litres, and the tailgate opens in two parts.
What is the difference between the BMW X5 and X7?
The X7 has a 130 mm longer wheelbase and is about 25 cm longer overall, with three rows as standard. The X5 is a five-seater with an optional third row and is cheaper and lighter.
Data sources
Data checked by an editor against the sources below.
- The text of this article (1cars archive)
- Wikipedia - BMW X7
