New BMW 7 Series & i7 Launched In India From Rs. 1.95 Cr

BMW has finally launched its new 7th-gen 7 Series and fully electric i7 in India. The starting price for the base petrol model is ₹1.70 Crore (ex-showroom), and the all-electric i7 xDrive60 costs ₹1.95 Crore. The new generation comes with bold, futuristic looks and high-tech features inside the cabin.

Let's see how these cars compare to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and EQS in design, performance, and range.

New BMW 7 Series aur i7 mein kya hai khas?

If you want a car on the road that pulls everyone's eyes from far away, the new 7 Series and electric i7 do just that. But these can only run in a few cities because the ground clearance of both these cars is about 135 mm to 136 mm. And according to India's unpredictable roads, the ground clearance of cars should be at least 165 mm to 170 mm. But there is no need to worry as Adaptive Air Suspension is given in both these models of BMW. This system raises the height of the car a bit on bad roads automatically or by pressing a button, which saves the car from touching the bottom.

This time BMW has taken a big bold risk in the design - especially its big front grille and sleek split headlights, which look better in real life than in photos. But the real thing is inside the car. For those sitting in the back, a 31.3-inch 8K screen comes down straight from the roof, giving more of a cinema hall feel than a car.

Talking about price, the petrol model starts at around ₹1.82 Cr, while for the all-electric i7 you have to keep a budget of about ₹2.03 Cr. Compared to the Mercedes S-Class, this car is for those buyers who want to relax sitting in the back and also like to hold the steering themselves on the weekend.

Powerhouse Performance Of BMW 7 Series and i7

Petrol Engine (740i): Kitni Power aur Torque hai?

The main difference in the engine of the older BMW 7 Series and the new 2026 BMW 7 Series Facelift is the power output and mild-hybrid technology.

The BMW 740i gets a 3.0-litre, inline 6-cylinder TwinPower Turbo petrol engine, which is tuned with 48V mild-hybrid tech. This setup makes a peak power of 381 hp and torque of 520 Nm. Its 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission keeps the power delivery very smooth, helping this big luxury car run from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds.

BMW i7 Electric: Battery, Range aur Charging Speed

A big 101.7 kWh usable lithium-ion battery pack is given in the all-electric BMW i7, which offers a driving range of about 590 to 625 km according to the WLTP cycle.

Talking about charging, this car supports DC fast charging up to 195 kW, so the battery takes about 34 minutes to go from 10% to 80%. For home charging, an 11 kW or 22 kW AC wallbox charger is available; plug it in at night, and the car is fully charged by morning.

Safety Features aur Level-2 ADAS Tech

Brother, when driving such a big and luxury sedan, safety comes to mind first. Its level-2 ADAS suite is very helpful in daily driving—whether it is bumper-to-bumper traffic or the highway, it takes away half of the driver's stress just like that. Lane Keep Assist keeps the car in the right lane, and even if your focus slips a little, auto braking takes care of it right away.

Parking such a long car in a small space feels hard, but the 360-degree camera and auto parking completely end the worry of blind spots. Inside the cabin, you get full trust from airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, and solid build quality, so your mind stays totally chill on a long drive with family.

BMW 7 Series aur i7: Variants & Ex-showroom Price List

Model/Powertrain	Variant	Engine/ Battery Configuration	Ex-Showroom Price (Approx)
BMW 7 Series (Petrol)	740i M Sport	3.0L Twin Power turbo Petrol(381hp)	₹1.82 Cr-₹1.85 Cr
BMW i7 (Electric)	i7 eDrive50	101.7 kwh Battery (RWD, 449 hp)	₹2.03 Cr
BMW i7 (Electric)	i7 xDrive60 M Sport	101.7 kwh Battery (AWD, 544 hp)	₹2.13 Cr
BMW i7 (Electric)	i7 M70 xDrive	101.7 kwh Battery (AWD, 659 hp)	₹2.50 Cr

Kisse Hoga Direct Muqabla ?

The fight in this flagship luxury segment in the Indian market has always been a close match. Here, its biggest and oldest face-off is sure to be with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, which people have called the king of luxury for years. But if you like driving fun more and enjoy watching movies on the back screen like a cinema, then this challenges the S-Class directly.

On the other hand, on the electric side, its direct fight will be with the Mercedes EQS, which pulls buyers with its long range and futuristic looks. Apart from this, for people who want a quiet style but great comfort, the Audi A8 L option is also ready. Overall, the S-Class gives classic luxury and the EQS runs on pure electric car tech, but this car is made for buyers who want driving fun and back-seat comfort together without giving up anything.

Final Verdict

To put it simply, instead of playing safe this time, BMW took a big risk, and this very thing makes it stand out from the crowd. Everyone might not like its bold front look at first glance, but stepping inside the car leaves all those thoughts behind. The 31-inch theatre screen coming down from the roof, the back seats like a first-class lounge, and the smooth drive take it far ahead of regular luxury cars.

The Mercedes S-Class will still be the choice for people who want a classic and safe image. But if you want a car that grabs everyone's attention the moment it hits the road and brings real high-tech magic, this car definitely sets new rules in its class. For driving yourself on weekends and resting on the back seat on weekdays, it shows up as a solid choice.

Disclaimer: This information is based on online research. For more accurate details, you can visit Audi's official website.