2023 BMW i7 xDrive60 M Sport in Malaysia – 625 km EV range, 544 PS, 31.3 inch theater screen; from RM707k
Following the launch of the seventh-generation BMW 7 Series G70 in May, BMW Malaysia has now introduced an all-electric version of its luxury sedan, the i7. Available in a single xDrive60 M Sport variant, the i7 retails for RM707,250 on-road (OTR) uninsured.
This price comes with a standard two-year warranty, and if you want the optional extended warranty (five years) and the service pack (six years), this rises to RM729,800. Keep in mind that BMW Malaysia charges a road tax into the OTR of the electric vehicle (EV), which is RM7,774 for the i7. However, since electric vehicles are exempt from road tax until December 31, 2025, the actual amount to be paid will be lower.
Even so, the i7 costs more than the 750e xDrive plug-in hybrid which comes in two versions: Pure Excellence at RM649,800 and the M Sport has an estimated price of RM700,000 (including extended warranty and service). ). The premium you’re paying will get you an electric vehicle (EV) with far more power than a plug-in hybrid, with a pair of electric motors – one for each axle – giving a total System power is 544 PS (536 hp or 400 kW) and 745 Nm of torque.
These outputs are good for a 0-100 km/h time of 4.7 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 240 km/h. You’ll also get a WLTP-rated range of up to 625 km from the floor-mounted lithium-ion battery with a total energy capacity of 105.7 kWh (101.7 kWh actually).
For charging, the i7 comes with a Combined Charger (CCU) that enables AC charging at up to 11 kW via a Type 2 connection, with a full charge taking approximately 9.5 hours. There is also DC fast charging up to 195 kW with CCS2 connection, allowing 10-80% charge status to be achieved in just 34 minutes. Two-axle adaptive air suspension and Integrated Active Steering (rear-wheel steering) are also standard equipment for the i7.
In terms of equipment, the i7 comes with the M Sport exterior package that adds more aggressive front and rear bumpers, and comes with 21-inch alloy wheels in the style of M Aerodynamic 909 M painted in high-gloss black. There are also automatic opening and closing doors, a panoramic Sky Lounge sunroof as well as Iconic Glow lighting for the kidney grille and crystal headlamps, with adaptive LED rear headlights with Beam Assist. high beam.
Meanwhile, the interior is equipped with BMW Individual Merino leather seats along with Fineline black wood and M signature high-gloss metal effect trim, Crafted Clarity applications, anthracite roof. , backlit BMW interactive bar, M leather steering wheel and Executive Lounge Seats with dedicated rear panel, footrests, massage function and lumbar support.
In terms of infotainment, the i7 has the BMW Live Cockpit Plus system with Curved Display (12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 14.9-inch central touchscreen) and BMW 8 OS. This includes the Connect Professional Package (supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), My Mode, and IconicSounds Electric in addition to a wealth of connectivity and media features.
Media playback is handled through a 21-speaker Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system, while a wireless phone charger, four-zone climate control, full ambient lighting, sunshades, and comfortable seats Electric roof, ventilation and heating (with ventilation) is a luxury that passengers can enjoy. Rear occupants can also marvel at the 31.3-inch BMW Theater Monitor, which is part of the standard Rear Seat Professional Entertainment package.
i7 is equipped with a professional driver assistance package, which includes automatic emergency braking front and rear, Lane change warning, Lane departure warning, Front/rear cross-traffic alert, Warning. exits, Active Cruise Control with stop and go, Speed Limit Information with Automatic Speed Limit Assist and Dodge Assist. Additional assistance comes in the form of Park Assist Plus which offers features such as Reversing Assist, Active Parking Distance Control, Horizontal Park Assist, and a surround view camera.
BMW Malaysia is offering the i7 in a multitude of colors, with the free options being Oxide Grey, Brooklyn Grey, Mineral White, Sophisto Grey, Aventurine Red and Sapphire Black. This palette also includes two colors from BMW Individual, namely Tanzanite Blue and Dravit Gray, with an additional asking price of RM6,300.
For two-tone styling, you’ll need to pay an extra RM50,000 for one of eight options from BMW Individual. The first four themes combine the top half of Black Sapphire with the bottom half in Oxide Grey, Aventurine Red, Tanzanite Blue or Dravit Gray. As for the rest of the options, it comes in an Oxide Gray upper paired with a Sapphire Black, Aventurine Red, Tanzania Blue, or Dravit Gray bottom half.
You also have several color options for Merino skin, including Black, White, Amarone (deep red) and Tartufo (caramel-like color). Each i7 comes with a public AC charging cable, roadside assistance, BMW Online Services and the BMW Group + Loyalty+ Mobile App – BMW Privileges Card.
