More presence, more sportiness, more technology: The new 2023 BMW X7 breaks new ground for richly assured driving pleasure in the luxury car segment. The first BMW Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) in this vehicle category offers an inimitable combination of exclusivity, dynamic excellence, luxuriant spaciousness, and versatility. Indeed, the X7 has quickly developed into the most successful BMW model in the luxury class. And now its unique character profile has been honed to significant effect thanks to extensive design refinements – most notably a visually impactful front end – plus a new-look M Sport package, light-alloy wheels measuring up to 23 inches and the latest-generation control system including BMW Curved Display and BMW iDrive 8. The new BMW X7 also comes with a further expanded range of standard equipment, additional driver assistance systems and the latest 48V mild hybrid technology for both engine variants.
The new BMW X7 is a central pillar in the ongoing product offensive at the most exclusive reaches of the premium carmaker’s model line-up. The new X7 will be produced at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg, the global competence center for BMW X models where the BMW X6, X5, X4 and X3 are also built. The market launch for the new BMW X7 will get underway in the third quarter of 2022, with the ALPINA XB7 following in early 2023.
In the new BMW X7 M60i xDrive, the 48V mild hybrid system connects with the updated 4.4-liter V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology. The new V8 utilizes the thermodynamic benefits of a cross-bank exhaust manifold, bank-symmetrical turbochargers, and external engine oil cooling. In addition, a reinforced crankshaft drive, further developed turbocharging with a blow-off valve, a new oil pump and a weight-minimized oil sump all play a role in increasing the engine’s efficiency.
The combination of the engine and the electric motor integrated into the 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission gives customers the twin benefits of optimized response and power delivery under acceleration and increased efficiency thanks to adaptive recuperation at up to 0.13 g. The controlled intervention of the electric motor also noticeably increases comfort levels when the Auto Start Stop function cuts in and in idling and coasting situations. The coasting function with deactivated combustion engine comes into play when the Driving Experience Control mode ECO PRO is selected.
With its output of 523 bhp and peak torque of 553 lb-ft, the eight-cylinder engine propels the X7 M60i from 0 to 60 mph in an estimated 4.5 seconds. The relentless power development of the V8 engine is accompanied by an emotionally rich soundtrack from the standard-fitted sports exhaust system.
Making its debut in the new BMW X7 xDrive40i, the 3-liter inline 6-cylinder engine boasts a wealth of innovations in the combustion process, gas exchange, valve control, injection, and ignition system. Its maximum output of 375 bhp is up by 40 compared to its predecessor, while peak torque rises by 52 lb-ft to 383 – and can be boosted to as much 398 lb-ft with the assistance of the mild hybrid system.
The Miller cycle shortens the opening time of the intake valves, which subsequently leads to an increase in the effectiveness of the turbocharging system and the intercooler. This reduces fuel consumption and emission levels significantly across the entire load range. The VALVETRONIC fully variable valve control now includes a switchable rocker arm on the exhaust side, which allows gas exchange to be interrupted, if required. This means that when the driver releases the accelerator, a higher proportion of the braking energy can be absorbed by the mild hybrid system’s generator and fed into the 48V battery by means of recuperation.
The VANOS variable camshaft timing now works electrically. This means the adjustment range can be expanded to minimize emissions even further. Power development and emissions also benefit from a new exhaust manifold integrated into the cylinder head.
The new engine accelerates the BMW X7 xDrive40i from 0 to 60 mph in an estimated 5.6 seconds.
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