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BMW 7 Series vs BMW X7 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (571 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (101500 £ vs 90800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or BMW X7?

BMW 7 Series

BMW X7

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW X7 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 90800 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 101500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 7 Series manages with 3.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L. The difference is about 4.70 L per 100 km.

X7

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series has a slight edge – offering 571 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the BMW X7 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 7 Series pulls slight stronger with 800 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW X7 offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, BMW 7 Series is to a small extent lighter – 2255 kg compared to 2490 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X7 offers distinct more room – 750 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW X7 to a small extent takes the win – 760 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

BMW 7 Series
BMW X7

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from about £101,500
7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.3 - 6.1 L
  • Electric Range : 80 km

BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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BMW X7

The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.

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BMW 7 Series
BMW X7

Costs and Consumption

Price
101500 - 127500 £
Price
90800 - 117500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
17.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
210 - 274 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 74 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 - 83 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2255 - 2525 kg
Curb weight
2490 - 2675 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
750 L
Length
5391 mm
Length
5181 mm
Width
1950 mm
Width
2000 mm
Height
1544 mm
Height
1835 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2120 L
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
680 - 760 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
352 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
245 - 250 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
520 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
259 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
BMW
Is the BMW 7 Series offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW 7 Series is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.