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The BMW i7 has been turning heads on UK roads since late 2022, and it remains the all-electric flagship of BMW's 7 Series line-up, proof that going electric doesn't mean compromising on presence. As with every 7 Series before it, there's plenty of fanfare and shiny new tech to talk about, and we're still delighted BMW chose to launch the all-electric version alongside its petrol and diesel siblings rather than as an afterthought.
So what do you actually get with the i7 xDrive60? For starters, it's grown. At 5,391mm long, it's 130mm longer than the previous 7 Series, and it's wider and taller too, good news if you're in the back, with extra headroom and wider seats to enjoy on longer journeys.
The i7's electric status isn't just under the skin, either. Look closely and you'll spot design touches that mark it out from its combustion-engined relatives, including the illuminated 'i' logo on the kidney grille and flashes of i Blue on the rear apron and side skirts, subtle nods that say "this one's electric" without shouting about it.
Fancy driving one yourself? A BMW i7 lease is a straightforward way to get behind the wheel of one of the most refined electric saloons on sale, without the six-figure price tag of buying outright.
There's nothing modest about the BMW i7 xDrive60. Under the bonnet, or rather under the floor, sits a 101.7kWh battery good for up to 387 miles WLTP, and BMW is quick to point out it's built without any rare-earth metals, a small but meaningful nod to more responsible EV manufacturing.
Performance is where things get genuinely surprising for a car this size. This is a large, luxurious saloon, yet it'll sprint from 0-62mph in just 4.7 seconds, before topping out at an electronically limited 149mph. Not bad for something you could quite happily fall asleep in the back of.
Charging is equally well sorted. The i7 accepts AC charging at up to 11kW, so a wallbox at home will comfortably top it up overnight, while public rapid chargers can deliver DC power at up to 195kW. In practical terms, that means around 100 miles of range added in as little as 15 minutes, enough time for a coffee break on a longer journey.
The i7 sits at the top of BMW's electric line-up, but it's far from the only option if you're looking to go electric with the brand. If you want that same electric driving experience in a smaller, more affordable package, the BMW i4 is a genuinely brilliant all-rounder and a great entry point into the range. Need something in between? The BMW i5 brings i7-like tech and comfort to the more manageable 5 Series body, with a Touring estate version available if you need extra boot space.
Prefer an SUV to a saloon? The BMW iX is BMW's purpose-built electric flagship SUV, while the smaller iX1 and iX2 offer a more compact, family-friendly way into electric BMW ownership. And keep an eye out for the new BMW i3, the first model built on BMW's new Neue Klasse electric architecture, which promises even longer range and faster charging than anything else in the current range.
If you're cross-shopping against rivals, the i7 typically finds itself compared with cars like the Mercedes EQS and Audi A6 e-tron, both worth a look if you want to weigh up the full picture before deciding.
