BMW’s next electric SUV won’t just be bigger. The iX7 will sit at the top of the brand’s EV lineup when it debuts in 2027, bringing a more luxurious option to the mix.
📌 The Core Development
After the new X5 and iX5, the X7, BMW’s biggest SUV, is due for a Neue Klasse overhaul. BMW said the second-generation X7 will arrive in 2027, including the first fully electric version, the iX7.
Ahead of its upcoming debut, camouflaged prototypes have been spotted testing , revealing a few design changes.
🔍 Background & Sector Context
Although it won’t fully adopt BMW’s Neue Klasse design, like the iX3, the three-row SUV appears to feature a slimmer, more upright Kidney Grille instead of the traditional wide BMW Grille.
The iX7 also swaps conventional pull-style door handles for small handles on the vehicle’s pillar. It also retains split headlights rather than the updated Neue Klasse-style headlights on the iX3 (shown below on the right).
📊 Industry & Real-World Impact
While BMW has yet to reveal details, a Reddit user who claims to work at BMW’s factory in South Carolina and has seen the second-generation X7 shared a few new details.
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🔮 Strategic Outlook & What Lies Ahead
Like the X5 and iX5, the new X7 and iX7 will retain a more traditional design rather than going full-on Neue Klasse, including the Kidney Grille. The user also said BMW is dropping the split tailgate, which it did with the new X5, in favor of a standard one-piece tailgate.
Inside, the dashboard and center console are similar to the new X5, but with upgraded tech and features from the new 7 Series sedan.
