660 HP and a torque of 1,100 Nm. 0-100 km/h sprint of 3.7 inches

MUNICH – A few months after the launch of the i7 and the new generation 7 Series, BMW M is now adding the first high-performance electric variant of the Munich flagship. The debut was held at the Shanghai Auto Show. With 660 HP the BMW i7 M70 xDrive becomes the most powerful all-electric model in the Group’s overall portfolio, with sales expected in the second half of 2023. The new i7 M70 xDrive offers the perfect combination of mobility and electric performance . , offers a unique experience in the luxury segment. This premium model accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, making it the fastest electric BMW. The i7 M70 xDrive marks another milestone for BMW M GmbH in its evolution of electric mobility, preceded by the i4 M50 – BMW’s best-selling model. M GmbH. worldwide in 2022 – and from the iX M60.

BMW eDrive technology The fifth-generation battery installed in the i7 has been developed to further improve power and efficiency, including high-voltage battery and charging technology. The flagship i7 M70 xDrive has integrated drive units on the front and rear axles, which combine the electric motor, electric power and transmission in one highly integrated housing. The M-specific configuration of the drive system technology enables the rear axle to achieve higher levels of energy density with a 25.5 percent increase over the rear axle drive unit in the i7 xDrive60. The rear engine produces a peak power of 335 kW equal to 456 hp and its coordinated interaction with the front engine of 190 kW (258 hp) produces a system torque of 1,015 Nm in Sport mode and up to 1,100 Nm in M ​​Launch Control or when the M Sport Boost function is enabled. This function is activated by a paddle shift on the left side of the steering wheel and is indicated by a specific Performance graphic in the instrument cluster.

At the same time, Bmw IconicSounds Electric and Hans Zimmer provide the perfect acoustic accompaniment by switching to a rising note, specific to the M Performance. The character of the soundtrack varies depending on the selected drive setting, with a distinctly audible difference between My Personal Mode and Sport. The BMW i7 M70 xDrive has an impressive energy density of a high-voltage battery that provides 101.7 kWh of usable energy. This gives a range of 488-560km and makes it particularly suitable for long-distance use. The combined charging unit has an advanced charging program that can extend the range up to 170 km in just ten minutes when stopped at a high-power charging station.

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