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BMW Launches 2026 7 Series and i7 Facelifts in India

BMW has introduced updated versions of its large luxury 7 Series cars in India.

Buyers can choose a petrol car or two electric cars.

The petrol 740i is designed for strong performance.

The electric i7 eDrive50 can travel up to 728 km under the stated testing system.

The sportier i7 M70 xDrive is faster and produces more power.

The electric models can be quickly charged at compatible charging stations.

The cars have new lights, a large illuminated grille and updated technology inside.

Passengers in the back can watch entertainment on a very large screen.

Key facts

Starting price: Rs 1.95 crore ex-showroom for the 2026 7 Series facelift
Petrol variant: BMW 740i with a 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbo-petrol engine producing 400 hp and 540 Nm
Electric range: The i7 eDrive50 claims a WLTP range of up to 728 km
Performance variant: The i7 M70 xDrive produces up to 680 hp and 1,100 Nm with Launch Control or Sport Boost
Fast charging: The i7 eDrive50 and i7 M70 support 250kW DC charging and a claimed 10–80% charge time of 28 minutes
Rear entertainment: The updated sedans offer a 31.3-inch 8K BMW Theatre Screen
Manufacturing: India is described by BMW as the only country outside Germany to locally manufacture the BMW i7

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