What is an i7? BMW manufactures the all-electric i7 sedan at its assembly factory in Dingolfing, Germany, and sells it all over the world. The i7 eDrive50 is a full-size, four-door automobile that was created entirely as an electric vehicle. The i7 is available in three different models: the eDrive50, xDrive60, and M70. The eDrive50 is the entry-level model, the xDrive60 is more powerful, and the M70 is the performance-oriented variant.
There is only one significant change between the 2024 BMW i7 eDrive50 and the i7 xDrive60. The i7 xDrive60 has two electric motors with xDrive all-wheel drive (AWD), whereas the i7 eDrive50 has a single electric motor with RWD.
I received a 2024 i7 eDrive50 all-electric EV car from BMW this week to test drive and evaluate. It has a base price of $105,700. For this RWD electric vehicle, the following options are available: the special paint ($1,950), the driver assistance ($2,000), the luxury rear seating ($1,500), the M Sport ($3,900), the 21 alloy wheels ($1,300), the M Sport professional ($950), the premium ($1,400), the executive ($3,700), and the Bowers & Wilkins sound system ($4,800). $128,195 is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP), which includes the $995 destination fee.
The out-of-door and in-your-garage total purchase price was $144,219 after state and local sales taxes, DMV fees, and dealer fees were added. This all-electric BMW sedan, which costs little over $144 grand, is a high-tech combination of luxury features and EV power, with a range of up to 311 miles on a single charge. A Level III 440v DC fast charger can fill the onboard battery pack to 80% capacity in roughly 30 minutes, with a fuel economy rating of 88 MPGe. In contrast, a Level II 240 volt home charger requires 11 hours to charge.
A curved center stack, a digital dashboard, head-up display, a charging socket, enhanced USB and Bluetooth, 5G connectivity, dynamic cruise control, wireless charging, acoustic noise reduction, multifunction rear seats, a full leather interior, heated seats, heated front and rear arm rests, and a connected pro driving package are just a few of the features that BMW has packed into this high-performance, all-electric luxury sedan.
The M Sport upgrades, which include a set of 21-star spoke alloy wheels, a heated steering wheel, M Sport exterior and interior elements, M Sport disc brake calipers with black logos, and M Sport carbon fiber interior trim with silver thread cross stitching, improve both performance and comfort.
In BMWs, technology is always a major factor. Active driving assistant pro, dynamic cruise control, highway assist, Sirius XM satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a rear view camera, an inside camera, a front view camera, acoustic sound protection, remote software updates, active parking distance control, and acoustic pedestrian protection are all features of this i7 EV.
This i7 also has the Bowers & Wilkins sound system with 655 watts of power and 18 speakers and you can upgrade to the top tier Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system with 1,965 watts of power and 39 speakers. For an immersive listening experience, 4D sound is produced via speakers built into the front seat backs. Diamond denotes the usage of their renowned diamond dome tweeter technology.
An all-electric luxury vehicle with attributes that make it a top choice for EVs is the 2024 BMW i7. It can generate up to 650 horsepower and accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in as little as 3.5 seconds thanks to its 101.7 kWh battery pack. Comparable to other EVs in this price range, the i7 can travel more than 310 miles on a single charge. Even on tough terrain, the i7’s adjustable suspension system ensures a comfortable ride. The seats are extremely comfortable and the interior can be customized with extended Merino leather seat upholstery with real wood oak trim.
So, call, click or visit your local BMW dealer for a test drive, and a Bottom Line price review, on the 2024 BMW i7 eDrive50 EV all electric RWD sedan. And remember that the base price for an i7 starts at only $105,700. BMW The Ultimate Driving Machine.
Be smart, stay safe, and just breathe. Remember, You Are What You Drive, and maybe, just for those reasons alone, you should Drive one, Buy one, Today. Have a great day, drive safely, and enjoy the ride, as the future looks nice and bright Tony the Car Guy.
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