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BMW X7 – Features & Specifications
xDrive40i M Sport (Petrol)
BMW X7 xDrive40i M Sport (Petrol) – Features, Specs & Price
Key Specifications
Ex-showroom Price & Body Type
- Price: ₹ 1.31 Crore (approx.)
- Body Type: Luxury SUV
Engine & Performance
- Mileage (ARAI): 11.24 kmpl (approx.)
- Engine Type: 3.0L TwinPower Turbo Inline 6-Cylinder Petrol + 48V Mild Hybrid System
- Displacement: 2998 cc
- Transmission: 8-speed Steptronic Sport Automatic
- Max Power: 381 bhp @ 5200-6250 rpm
- Max Torque: 520 Nm @ 1850-5000 rpm
- Drive Type: xDrive All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 83 litres
- Emission Norm Compliance: BS6 Phase 2
- Turbocharger: Yes
Suspension, Brakes & Tyres
- Front Suspension: Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension
- Rear Suspension: Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension
- Front Brakes: Ventilated Disc
- Rear Brakes: Ventilated Disc
- Tyre Type: Run-flat Tyres
- Front Tyre Size: 275/40 R22
- Rear Tyre Size: 315/35 R22
Dimensions & Capacity
- Length: 5181 mm
- Width: 2000 mm (without mirrors)
- Height: 1835 mm (unladen)
- Wheelbase: 3105 mm
- Ground Clearance: 221 mm (approx., adjustable with air suspension)
- Boot Space: 300 litres (all seats up)
- Seating Capacity: 7 passengers
- No. of Doors: 5
- Turning Radius: 6.3 metres (approx.)
Key Features
Safety & Assistance
- ✔️ Airbags: Yes (8 Airbags)
- ✔️ ABS with EBD: Yes
- ✔️ Brake Assist: Yes
- ✔️ Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Yes (Dynamic Stability Control - DSC)
- ✔️ Traction Control: Yes (Dynamic Traction Control - DTC)
- ✔️ Hill Hold Assist: Yes
- ✔️ Hill Descent Control: Yes
- ✔️ ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts: Yes
- ✔️ Child Safety Locks: Yes
- ✔️ Rear Parking Sensors: Yes
- ✔️ Rearview Camera: Yes
- ✔️ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS): Yes
- ✔️ Front Parking Sensors: Yes
- ❌ Mechanical Locking Differential (MLD): No
- ✔️ Electronic Differential Lock (EDL): Yes
- ✔️ Global NCAP Safety Rating: 5 Star (Euro NCAP, Adult & Child)
- ✔️ Seat Belt Warning: Yes
- ✔️ Emergency Brake Light Flashing: Yes
- ✔️ Rear Center Three-point Seatbelt: Yes
- ✔️ Cornering Brake Control: Yes
- ✔️ 360-Degree Surround View Camera: Yes
- ✔️ Level 2 ADAS: Yes (Driving Assistant Professional)
Braking & Traction
- ✔️ Front Brakes: Ventilated Disc
- ✔️ Rear Brakes: Ventilated Disc
- ✔️ 4WD Transfer Case: Yes (xDrive AWD)
Audio & Connectivity
- ✔️ Touchscreen Infotainment: Yes (BMW Curved Display with 14.9-inch display)
- ✔️ Apple CarPlay & Android Auto: Yes (Wireless)
- ✔️ USB Ports: Yes (Front & Rear)
- ✔️ Bluetooth Connectivity: Yes
- ✔️ Speakers: Yes (Harman Kardon Surround Sound System, 16 speakers)
- ✔️ Connected Car Tech: Yes (BMW ConnectedDrive)
- ✔️ Built-in Navigation: Yes (BMW Maps)
- ✔️ Wireless Charger: Yes
- ✔️ Gesture Control: Yes
Comfort & Convenience
- ✔️ Cruise Control: Yes (Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go function)
- ❌ Manual AC: No
- ✔️ Automatic Climate Control: Yes (5-Zone Automatic Climate Control)
- ✔️ Power Windows (Front): Yes
- ✔️ Power Windows (Rear): Yes
- ✔️ Electrically Adjustable ORVMs: Yes (Auto-dimming, heated, folding, with memory)
- ✔️ Electrically Foldable ORVMs: Yes
- ✔️ Keyless Entry: Yes (Comfort Access with Digital Key)
- ✔️ Rear Wiper & Defogger: Yes
- ✔️ Sunroof: Yes (Panorama Glass Roof Sky Lounge)
- ✔️ Power Steering: Yes (Electric Power Steering with Servotronic)
- ✔️ Adjustable Steering (Tilt): Yes (Electric)
- ✔️ Adjustable Steering (Telescopic): Yes (Electric)
- ✔️ Central Locking: Yes (Remote)
- ❌ Side Stepper: No
- ✔️ Steering-mounted Controls: Yes
- ✔️ Rear AC Vents: Yes
- ✔️ Push Button Start/Stop: Yes
- ✔️ Cooled Glovebox: Yes
- ✔️ Auto Headlamps: Yes (Adaptive LED Headlamps)
- ✔️ Rain-sensing Wipers: Yes
- ✔️ Driver Side Auto Up/Down Power Window: Yes (All windows one-touch up/down)
- ✔️ Ventilated Front Seats: Yes
- ✔️ Ambient Lighting: Yes (Configurable)
- ✔️ Powered Tailgate: Yes (Automatic operation with comfort access)
- ✔️ Driver's Headrest adjustable: Yes (Power adjustable)
- ✔️ Rear Door Sunblinds: Yes (Manual)
- ✔️ Driving Mode Select: Yes (Driving Experience Control)
- ✔️ Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC): Yes (Adaptive M Suspension Professional)
Interior & Seating
- ✔️ Height Adjustable Driver Seat: Yes (Power adjustable with memory)
- ✔️ Rear Seat Headrests: Yes (Adjustable)
- ✔️ Foldable Rear Seat: Yes (40:20:40 Split for 2nd row, 50:50 for 3rd row)
- Interior Color: Sensafin Upholstery (various options like Black, Cognac, Coffee, Ivory White)
- Seat Upholstery: Sensafin
- ✔️ Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel: Yes (M Leather Steering Wheel with paddles)
- ✔️ Leather Wrapped Gear Knob: Yes (CraftedClarity Glass application for gear selector)
- ✔️ Rear Armrest with Cupholders: Yes
- ✔️ Digital Instrument Cluster: Yes (12.3-inch Digital Instrument Display)
- ✔️ Aluminium Pedals: Yes (M specific)
- ✔️ Decorative Inserts: Yes (Fine-wood trim 'Fineline Black' with metal effect high-gloss or other options)
- ✔️ Scuff Plates: Yes (M specific)
- ✔️ Badging on Seats/Dashboard: Yes (M badging)
Driver Information & Alerts
- ✔️ Engine Immobilizer: Yes
- ✔️ Low Fuel Warning: Yes
- ✔️ Gear Shift Indicator: Yes
- ✔️ Headlight-On Reminder: Yes
- ✔️ Door Ajar Warning: Yes
- ✔️ Tire Direction Display: Yes (through TPMS)
- ✔️ ADAS Alerts: Yes (Lane Departure Warning, Front Collision Warning, etc.)
Exterior Styling
- ✔️ Hard Top: Yes
- ❌ Convertible Soft Top: No
- ✔️ Alloy Wheels: Yes (22-inch M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style 913 M Bicolour)
- ✔️ LED DRLs: Yes
- ✔️ Front Fog Lights: Yes (Integrated into headlamps)
- ✔️ Body-coloured Bumpers: Yes (M Sport specific design)
- ✔️ Chrome Exhaust Tip: Yes (Trapezoidal tailpipe finishers)
- ✔️ Black Cladding: Yes (Minimal, M Sport specific)
- ✔️ Antenna: Yes (Shark Fin)
- ✔️ Roof Rails: Yes (BMW Individual high-gloss Shadow Line)
- ❌ Chrome Door Handles: No (Body-coloured)
- ✔️ Full LED Headlamps: Yes (Adaptive LED Headlamps with BMW Laserlight)
- ✔️ Integrated Roof Spoiler: Yes
- ✔️ Rear Skid Plate: Yes (M Sport specific design)
- ✔️ Electrically Operated Tailgate: Yes
- ✔️ Chrome Grille Frame: Yes (BMW kidney grille 'Iconic Glow')
- ✔️ Badging: Yes (M Sport badging on fenders and tailgate)
Available Colors
- Mineral White Metallic
- Black Sapphire Metallic
- Skyscraper Grey Metallic
- Dravit Grey Metallic
- Tanzanite Blue Metallic
BMW X7 xDrive40d M Sport (Diesel) – Features, Specs & Price
Key Specifications
Ex-showroom Price & Body Type
- Price: ₹ 1.35 Crore (approx.)
- Body Type: Luxury SUV
Engine & Performance
- Mileage (ARAI): 14.31 kmpl (approx.)
- Engine Type: 3.0L TwinPower Turbo Inline 6-Cylinder Diesel + 48V Mild Hybrid System
- Displacement: 2993 cc
- Transmission: 8-speed Steptronic Sport Automatic
- Max Power: 340 bhp @ 4400 rpm
- Max Torque: 700 Nm @ 1750-2250 rpm
- Drive Type: xDrive All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 80 litres
- Emission Norm Compliance: BS6 Phase 2
- Turbocharger: Yes (Variable Geometry Turbo)
Suspension, Brakes & Tyres
- Front Suspension: Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension
- Rear Suspension: Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension
- Front Brakes: Ventilated Disc
- Rear Brakes: Ventilated Disc
- Tyre Type: Run-flat Tyres
- Front Tyre Size: 275/40 R22
- Rear Tyre Size: 315/35 R22
Dimensions & Capacity
- Length: 5181 mm
- Width: 2000 mm (without mirrors)
- Height: 1835 mm (unladen)
- Wheelbase: 3105 mm
- Ground Clearance: 221 mm (approx., adjustable with air suspension)
- Boot Space: 300 litres (all seats up)
- Seating Capacity: 7 passengers
- No. of Doors: 5
- Turning Radius: 6.3 metres (approx.)
Key Features
Safety & Assistance
- ✔️ Airbags: Yes (8 Airbags)
- ✔️ ABS with EBD: Yes
- ✔️ Brake Assist: Yes
- ✔️ Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Yes (Dynamic Stability Control - DSC)
- ✔️ Traction Control: Yes (Dynamic Traction Control - DTC)
- ✔️ Hill Hold Assist: Yes
- ✔️ Hill Descent Control: Yes
- ✔️ ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts: Yes
- ✔️ Child Safety Locks: Yes
- ✔️ Rear Parking Sensors: Yes
- ✔️ Rearview Camera: Yes
- ✔️ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS): Yes
- ✔️ Front Parking Sensors: Yes
- ❌ Mechanical Locking Differential (MLD): No
- ✔️ Electronic Differential Lock (EDL): Yes
- ✔️ Global NCAP Safety Rating: 5 Star (Euro NCAP, Adult & Child)
- ✔️ Seat Belt Warning: Yes
- ✔️ Emergency Brake Light Flashing: Yes
- ✔️ Rear Center Three-point Seatbelt: Yes
- ✔️ Cornering Brake Control: Yes
- ✔️ 360-Degree Surround View Camera: Yes
- ✔️ Level 2 ADAS: Yes (Driving Assistant Professional)
Braking & Traction
- ✔️ Front Brakes: Ventilated Disc
- ✔️ Rear Brakes: Ventilated Disc
- ✔️ 4WD Transfer Case: Yes (xDrive AWD)
Audio & Connectivity
- ✔️ Touchscreen Infotainment: Yes (BMW Curved Display with 14.9-inch display)
- ✔️ Apple CarPlay & Android Auto: Yes (Wireless)
- ✔️ USB Ports: Yes (Front & Rear)
- ✔️ Bluetooth Connectivity: Yes
- ✔️ Speakers: Yes (Harman Kardon Surround Sound System, 16 speakers)
- ✔️ Connected Car Tech: Yes (BMW ConnectedDrive)
- ✔️ Built-in Navigation: Yes (BMW Maps)
- ✔️ Wireless Charger: Yes
- ✔️ Gesture Control: Yes
Comfort & Convenience
- ✔️ Cruise Control: Yes (Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go function)
- ❌ Manual AC: No
- ✔️ Automatic Climate Control: Yes (5-Zone Automatic Climate Control)
- ✔️ Power Windows (Front): Yes
- ✔️ Power Windows (Rear): Yes
- ✔️ Electrically Adjustable ORVMs: Yes (Auto-dimming, heated, folding, with memory)
- ✔️ Electrically Foldable ORVMs: Yes
- ✔️ Keyless Entry: Yes (Comfort Access with Digital Key)
- ✔️ Rear Wiper & Defogger: Yes
- ✔️ Sunroof: Yes (Panorama Glass Roof Sky Lounge)
- ✔️ Power Steering: Yes (Electric Power Steering with Servotronic)
- ✔️ Adjustable Steering (Tilt): Yes (Electric)
- ✔️ Adjustable Steering (Telescopic): Yes (Electric)
- ✔️ Central Locking: Yes (Remote)
- ❌ Side Stepper: No
- ✔️ Steering-mounted Controls: Yes
- ✔️ Rear AC Vents: Yes
- ✔️ Push Button Start/Stop: Yes
- ✔️ Cooled Glovebox: Yes
- ✔️ Auto Headlamps: Yes (Adaptive LED Headlamps)
- ✔️ Rain-sensing Wipers: Yes
- ✔️ Driver Side Auto Up/Down Power Window: Yes (All windows one-touch up/down)
- ✔️ Ventilated Front Seats: Yes
- ✔️ Ambient Lighting: Yes (Configurable)
- ✔️ Powered Tailgate: Yes (Automatic operation with comfort access)
- ✔️ Driver's Headrest adjustable: Yes (Power adjustable)
- ✔️ Rear Door Sunblinds: Yes (Manual)
- ✔️ Driving Mode Select: Yes (Driving Experience Control)
- ✔️ Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC): Yes (Adaptive M Suspension Professional)
Interior & Seating
- ✔️ Height Adjustable Driver Seat: Yes (Power adjustable with memory)
- ✔️ Rear Seat Headrests: Yes (Adjustable)
- ✔️ Foldable Rear Seat: Yes (40:20:40 Split for 2nd row, 50:50 for 3rd row)
- Interior Color: Sensafin Upholstery (various options like Black, Cognac, Coffee, Ivory White)
- Seat Upholstery: Sensafin
- ✔️ Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel: Yes (M Leather Steering Wheel with paddles)
- ✔️ Leather Wrapped Gear Knob: Yes (CraftedClarity Glass application for gear selector)
- ✔️ Rear Armrest with Cupholders: Yes
- ✔️ Digital Instrument Cluster: Yes (12.3-inch Digital Instrument Display)
- ✔️ Aluminium Pedals: Yes (M specific)
- ✔️ Decorative Inserts: Yes (Fine-wood trim 'Fineline Black' with metal effect high-gloss or other options)
- ✔️ Scuff Plates: Yes (M specific)
- ✔️ Badging on Seats/Dashboard: Yes (M badging)
Driver Information & Alerts
- ✔️ Engine Immobilizer: Yes
- ✔️ Low Fuel Warning: Yes
- ✔️ Gear Shift Indicator: Yes
- ✔️ Headlight-On Reminder: Yes
- ✔️ Door Ajar Warning: Yes
- ✔️ Tire Direction Display: Yes (through TPMS)
- ✔️ ADAS Alerts: Yes (Lane Departure Warning, Front Collision Warning, etc.)
Exterior Styling
- ✔️ Hard Top: Yes
- ❌ Convertible Soft Top: No
- ✔️ Alloy Wheels: Yes (22-inch M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style 913 M Bicolour)
- ✔️ LED DRLs: Yes
- ✔️ Front Fog Lights: Yes (Integrated into headlamps)
- ✔️ Body-coloured Bumpers: Yes (M Sport specific design)
- ✔️ Chrome Exhaust Tip: Yes (Trapezoidal tailpipe finishers)
- ✔️ Black Cladding: Yes (Minimal, M Sport specific)
- ✔️ Antenna: Yes (Shark Fin)
- ✔️ Roof Rails: Yes (BMW Individual high-gloss Shadow Line)
- ❌ Chrome Door Handles: No (Body-coloured)
- ✔️ Full LED Headlamps: Yes (Adaptive LED Headlamps with BMW Laserlight)
- ✔️ Integrated Roof Spoiler: Yes
- ✔️ Rear Skid Plate: Yes (M Sport specific design)
- ✔️ Electrically Operated Tailgate: Yes
- ✔️ Chrome Grille Frame: Yes (BMW kidney grille 'Iconic Glow')
- ✔️ Badging: Yes (M Sport badging on fenders and tailgate)
Available Colors
- Mineral White Metallic
- Black Sapphire Metallic
- Skyscraper Grey Metallic
- Dravit Grey Metallic
- Tanzanite Blue Metallic

BMW X7 – The Pinnacle of Luxury SUVs
The BMW X7 stands as the undisputed flagship in BMW’s SUV lineup, a full-size luxury vehicle designed to command attention and deliver an unparalleled driving and passenger experience. With its imposing presence, distinguished kidney grille, and sleek lines, the X7 effortlessly blends robust SUV capability with the refined elegance expected from a BMW. It offers a spacious and opulent cabin, making it an ideal choice for discerning individuals and families who prioritize comfort, advanced technology, and a powerful yet smooth ride.
Beneath its striking exterior, the BMW X7 boasts impressive engineering. Available with potent petrol and diesel engine options, including mild-hybrid configurations, the X7 delivers exhilarating performance. The 3.0-liter inline-six petrol engine, for instance, offers robust horsepower and torque, ensuring swift acceleration, while the diesel variants provide impressive fuel efficiency. Paired with an 8-speed Steptronic Sport automatic transmission and BMW’s intelligent xDrive all-wheel-drive system, the X7 promises dynamic handling and confidence across various terrains and driving conditions.
Step inside the BMW X7, and you are greeted by a sanctuary of luxury and cutting-edge technology. The cabin is meticulously crafted with premium materials, offering plush seating for six or seven passengers, with optional comfort seats and ample legroom even in the third row. Highlights include the expansive BMW Curved Display, integrating a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Features like the panoramic Sky Lounge glass roof, five-zone automatic climate control, gesture control, and a Harman Kardon Surround Sound system elevate the in-cabin experience to truly luxurious heights.
In the highly competitive luxury SUV segment, the BMW X7 firmly holds its own against formidable rivals such as the Mercedes-Benz GLS, Audi Q7, Land Rover Range Rover Sport, and Volvo XC90. While each competitor offers unique strengths, the X7 distinguishes itself with its signature BMW driving dynamics, a perfect blend of sportiness and comfort, and an unwavering commitment to innovative technology and lavish appointments. With an ex-showroom price in India ranging from approximately ₹1.31 Crore to ₹1.35 Crore, the BMW X7 presents a compelling proposition for those seeking the ultimate expression of automotive luxury and versatility.
- Pros
- Premium Build Quality: High-end materials and solid German engineering throughout.
- Strong Engine Options: Powerful turbo-petrol and diesel engines with smooth performance.
- Advanced Tech Features: 14.9-inch infotainment, 12.3-inch digital cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto.
- Spacious Cabin: Three-row seating with ample headroom, legroom, and boot capacity.
- Dynamic Driving Experience: Precise handling with xDrive AWD and drive modes.
- Top-Notch Safety: 8 airbags, ADAS features, ESC, TPMS, and more.
- Luxury Enhancements: Panoramic sunroof, 16-speaker Harman Kardon system
- Cons
- High Price Tag: One of the most expensive SUVs in its class, especially in fully loaded trims.
- Large Dimensions: May be difficult to maneuver in tight urban spaces or narrow roads.
- Low Fuel Efficiency: Powerful engines come at the cost of average mileage.
- Expensive Maintenance: Premium service, parts, and long-term ownership costs can be high.
- No Manual Transmission: Only automatic gearbox is offered, limiting driving purists' appeal.
- Limited Off-Road Capability: Despite AWD, it’s more road-focused than trail-ready.
- Third Row Best for Kids: Though spacious, the last row is less comfortable for tall adults.