The BMW i7 facelift, the brand’s flagship all-electric sedan, has officially launched in India at ₹1.95 crore (ex-showroom) for the base i7 eDrive50 variant. The range-topping i7 M70 xDrive is priced at ₹2.65 crore (ex-showroom). Both variants use a larger 112.5kWh battery, with the eDrive50 offering a claimed WLTP range of 728km and the M70 xDrive offering up to 686km. The eDrive50 is locally assembled at BMW’s Chennai plant, while the M70 xDrive is imported as a fully built unit.
BMW i7 2026 Price in India: Variant-Wise Breakdown
| Variant | Ex-Showroom Price | Assembly |
|---|---|---|
| i7 eDrive50 | ₹1.95 crore | Locally assembled (Chennai) |
| i7 M70 xDrive | ₹2.65 crore | Fully imported (CBU) |
This pricing was confirmed at the official India launch on September 11, 2026, alongside the updated petrol-powered BMW 7 Series (740 xDrive), which also starts at ₹1.95 crore. Interestingly, BMW has positioned the locally built i7 eDrive50 at the same starting price as the petrol 740 xDrive, effectively removing the traditional price premium associated with the electric flagship in its entry trim.
Why the 2026 i7 Price Has Gone Up
Compared to the outgoing model, the facelifted i7 commands a higher price due to a larger battery pack, a longer driving range, and a significantly upgraded cabin experience, including BMW’s new Panoramic iDrive system and a first-in-segment rear passenger screen. Buyers are essentially paying for a longer-range flagship EV with a heavily revised interior rather than just a cosmetic refresh.
Battery, Range and Performance
i7 eDrive50 This is the single-motor, rear-wheel-drive entry point into the i7 range. It produces 455hp and 600Nm of torque, sprinting from 0-100kmph in 5.5 seconds with a top speed of 210kmph. It runs on a 112.5kWh battery pack, delivering a claimed WLTP range of 728km, an improvement of 125km over the pre-facelift model.
i7 M70 xDrive The range-topping, dual-motor performance variant produces 680hp and up to 1,015Nm of torque in Sport mode. It completes the 0-100kmph sprint in just 3.8 seconds and has a top speed of 250kmph. Despite the extra performance, it still returns a healthy WLTP-claimed range of up to 686km on the same 112.5kWh battery.
Charging Time
Both i7 variants support DC fast charging at up to 250kW, allowing a 10-80 percent charge in approximately 28 minutes. BMW claims a 10-minute top-up can add around 235km of range. On a standard 22kW AC home charger, a full 0-100 percent charge takes about six hours. Both variants come with a complimentary BMW Wallbox charger for home installation.
Key New Features on the 2026 i7 Facelift
The facelifted i7 introduces BMW’s latest Panoramic iDrive interface, built around a 17.9-inch curved central touchscreen paired with a 14.6-inch front passenger display, the brand’s first passenger screen in India. Rear passengers get a roof-mounted 31.3-inch 8K Theatre Screen that turns the back seat into a private cinema, along with adjustable rear seats with calf support, powered doors, and touch-sensitive door displays.
On the outside, the car gets a redesigned illuminated kidney grille with diamond-cut crystal elements, revised split LED headlamps with matrix high-beam functionality, a new front bumper, fresh alloy wheel designs, and slimmer rear tail-lamps. A new aluminium-finished character line runs from the front apron through the door sills to the rear, giving the sedan a boat-tail-like silhouette from certain angles.
How the BMW i7 Compares to Rivals
The i7 eDrive50 and M70 xDrive are positioned against other luxury electric sedans sold in India, most notably the Mercedes-Benz EQS, with the high-performance M70 also overlapping with EV performance models such as the Porsche Taycan. The petrol-powered 7 Series, sold alongside the i7, primarily competes with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the starting price of the BMW i7 in India in 2026? The BMW i7 eDrive50 starts at ₹1.95 crore, ex-showroom, following its official India launch on September 11, 2026.
Q2: What is the top-end BMW i7 price in India? The range-topping i7 M70 xDrive is priced at ₹2.65 crore, ex-showroom.
Q3: What is the driving range of the BMW i7 in India? The i7 eDrive50 offers a claimed WLTP range of 728km, while the more powerful M70 xDrive offers up to 686km, both on a 112.5kWh battery pack.
Q4: Is the BMW i7 made in India? Yes, the i7 eDrive50 is locally assembled at BMW’s manufacturing plant in Chennai. The high-performance M70 xDrive, however, is imported into India as a fully built unit.
Q5: How long does it take to charge the BMW i7? Using a 250kW DC fast charger, the battery can go from 10 to 80 percent in about 28 minutes. On a 22kW AC charger, a full charge takes roughly six hours.
Q6: What are the rivals of the BMW i7 in India? The BMW i7 primarily rivals the Mercedes-Benz EQS in the luxury electric sedan space, with the M70 xDrive variant also competing with high-performance EVs like the Porsche Taycan.
