V12 . Engine BMW 7 Series died at the beginning of the year and has now been replaced by a new flagship model powered by a plug-in hybrid powertrain (PHEV).
The 2023 BMW M760e xDriveThe replacement for the V12-powered M760Li xDrive, originally announced as part of the new-generation 7 Series, and the all-electric i7 were revealed in April, but now more details have been confirmed. around its PHEV powertrain.
Don’t expect this flagship 7 Series PHEV to come to Australia any time soon, as BMW Australia previously confirmed that it will only offer the 740i and i7 xDrive60 at launch.
The BMW M760e xDrive is powered by a 3.0-liter inline-six twin-turbo engine it is mated with a electric motor. The total system output is 420kW strength during temporary increase and 800Nm of torque.
For context, the previous generation M760Li xDrive was powered by a twin-turbo 6.6-liter V12 that produced 448kW and 850Nm. This is 28kW and 50Nm more than the newer flagship PHEV.
The electric motor in the M760e xDrive is integrated into an eight-speed automatic transmission, and a forward-shifting stage increases the electric motor’s effective torque to 450Nm.
The power in the M760e xDrive is sent to the road via the xDrive all-wheel drive system.
BMW claims the M760e xDrive can accelerate from 0-100km/h in 4.3 seconds, 0.5 seconds slower than the previous M760Li xDrive.
M760e xDrive has Battery pack 18.7kWhwith the electric indicated range declared as 77-85km, according to the WLTP test. It can be charged on AC power up to 7.4kW.
Fuel consumption in the M760e xDrive is said to be around 1.0-1.3L / 100km (for a full fee). On the other hand, the M760Li xDrive equipped with a V12 engine has a claimed fuel consumption of 13.3L / 100km.
The BMW M760e xDrive sets itself apart from the rest of the next-generation 7 Series with its “M-specific” design features, interior trim and cockpit displays.
As detailed earlier, deliveries to Australian customers of the seventh-generation 7 Series flagship sedan and the all-electric i7, will commence in the fourth quarter of 2022.
Local prices start at $268,900 before on-road expenses give 740iand extended to $297,900 before on-road costs for all electricity i7 xDrive60.
This new generation 7 series is larger in every way than the previous model and features a number of new design elements.
The front end of the new 7 Series features a giant illuminated double kidney grille flanked by split headlights with adaptive LED technology and Swarovski crystal interior.
The 7’s side profile is described by the German carmaker as “monolithic” and features an angular interpretation of the company’s Hofmeister bend.
Like other new models and recent BMW refreshes, the 7 Series and i7 feature a Curved Display that houses a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen.
Another notable new interior feature is the 31.3-inch BMW Theater 8K display for the rear passengers that folds down from the front. It is available as standard on the standard Australian i7 xDrive60 and optionally on the 740i.
There are a number of different sustainable interior elements that BMW has used throughout the interior of the new 7 Series including synthetic fiber floor coverings, as well as recycled PET bottle trim for the front end and pillars. against.
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