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The BMW Launched the New Generation of the X7, a Seven-Seater SUV with a V8 MHEV Engine, at the Capuava Race Track in São Paulo’s Interior on Tuesday, the 28th. Stay Updated on the News.
We are aware that our future lies in electrification; however, our strategic approach is to make room for various technologies, including BEV, PHEV, MHEV, Gasoline, and Flexfuel models.
The price of the exclusive edition for sale in Brazil, however, is out of reach for many and justifies the vehicle’s Super Premium label: R$ 1,154,950.
The expectation of BMW is that the launch of the new X7 will help keep the brand at the top of the segment in Brazil. According to Maru Escobedo, President and CEO of BMW Group Brasil, the company ended 2023 with over 40% market share in Brazil, representing a growth of 3.6% compared to 2022.
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BMW X7: System Updates and Availability
The second modification to the system, carried out this year, aimed to make it easier to use, according to BMW executives: “You can find the desired commands in just three steps.”
Additionally, the new BMW X7 allows downloading third-party applications directly to the platform, without restricting the native functionalities of the system.
The new generation of the BMW X7 is already available at the brand’s showrooms and dealerships for those interested in experiencing and acquiring the sports SUV this year.
The recently launched X7 also includes new technology-focused features designed to attract those with over R$ 1 million to invest in the German SUV.
In addition to the luxurious interior, which features carbon fiber trim, a Skylounge sunroof, and a Bower & Wilkins sound system with 20 speakers and 1,465 watts of power, the new X7 presents an innovative Ultra HD TFT panel, with a 14.9-inch curved display integrated into the completely redesigned panel. The instrument panel continues to have 12.3 inches, while the operating system is version 8.5.
According to Paganoni, the BMW X7 is an extremely agile and fast vehicle, despite accommodating up to 7 people. He joked about the speed limitation of 250 km/h, stating that the car’s engine seems never-ending.
According to the manufacturer, the BMW X7 is not only agile and powerful but also highly efficient. Equipped with an MHEV powertrain, this spacious SUV (5,164 mm in length x 2,000 mm in width x 1,796 mm in height x 3,105 mm in wheelbase) weighing 2,460 kilograms, boasts an impressive fuel economy of about 15 km/l in combined conditions.
The S68 engine, a V8 TwinPower Turbo Mild Hybrid, marks the beginning of a new era for BMW. According to Emílio Paganoni, Head of Training at BMW Brazil, this innovative engine is equipped with an electric motor and a 48-volt battery, replacing the alternator and providing unprecedented efficiency.
The MHEV powertrain of the BMW X7 offers the driver an impressive power of 530 hp and a torque of 76.5 kgf/m. Furthermore, the 7-seater SUV, the only one in the Brazil in the Super Premium category, features all-wheel drive XDrive and rear-wheel steering, delivering an exceptional driving experience.
News on the BMW X7
‘The X7 incorporates all BMW innovations. Everything launched first in the Series 7 eventually extends to other models,’ shared Yoshitake.
The new edition of the BMW X7 is not just about a more attractive appearance. The seven-seater SUV will be available in the Brazilian market in a single version, the M60i, which combines design, high performance, **technology**, sportiness, and efficiency in one product.
‘Period without model marketing in Brazil and return with the updated design. Includes the new visual identity of BMW, such as a striking front grille, sharp lights, and a sporty DNA. The X7 stands out for being part of an exclusive segment, the Super Premium,’ said Tiago Yoshitake, Product and Price Manager of the company.
According to the executive, both the X7 and the i7, a fully electric sedan that was launched covered by Canaltech, aim to present the brand’s innovations to the world.
The BMW Group concluded the year 2023 with the launch of 10 new models, encompassing its two main brands — BMW and Mini. To end the season on a high note, the company chose an amazing model: the latest generation of the X7.
The 7-seater SUV made its debut in Brazil in 2019 and, two years later, received a limited edition called Dark Shadow. After a short period of unavailability, the BMW X7 returns with a striking presence, showing that it is not here to remain on the sidelines.
Source: Canal Tech
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