BMW India has refreshed its i7 range by introducing the new eDrive50 variant, priced at Rs 2.03 crore (ex-showroom). This update replaces the earlier Xdrive60 model, making the electric luxury sedan more accessible by reducing the price by approximately Rs 10 lakh.
The BMW i7 eDrive50 maintains a similar look to the previous model, with only minor changes like the addition of a spare wheel. Its exterior features include a bold kidney grille, sharp crystal LED headlights, flush door handles, and slim LED tail-lights, along with a two tone paint option. The M Sport variant adds sporty elements like side skirts, special rear view mirrors, and 21-inch M-style wheels.
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Inside, the luxury sedan offers premium features such as a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 14.9-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital display, a massive 31.3-inch rear entertainment screen, and a high-end Bowers and Wilkins sound system. The interior is available in five different leather colour options to suit individual preferences.
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BMW India has introduced the i7 eDrive50 variant, which now features a single electric motor driving the rear wheels, unlike the dual-motor setup of the previous xDrive60. It uses the same 101.7kWH battery and produces 443bhp with 650Nm of torque, allowing it to go up to 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds.
On a full charge, the BMW i7 eDrive50 offers a driving range of up to 603 km, slightly less than the xDrive60’s 625 km. Charging options include an AC system that takes around 10 hours and 45 minutes for a full charge, and a DC fast charger that can charge the battery from 10 to 80 percent in just 34 minutes.
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The BMW i7 eDrive50 comes packed with a robust set of safety features, including cornering brake control, ABS with EBD, and 3-point seatbelts for all passengers. It also has seven airbags, dynamic stability control, and a tyre pressure monitoring system. Advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) add further protection with features like lane change warning, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Competing in the luxury electric market, the i7 faces tough rivals such as the Mercedes-Benz EQS 580, Porsche Taycan, and Audi e.Tron GT.