At ₹2.05 crore, the BMW i7 already costs as much as a sea-facing flat in a Tier-II city. The facelift, expected on 11 September 2026, won't lower that ask. It brings styling and tech updates, but the big numbers, power and range, look set to carry over. So the real question for a buyer with ₹2 crore to spend: wait for the new one, or take the current car at a discount?
BMW i7 facelift: what's actually changing (and what's not)
Think evolution, not a ground-up redesign. The i7 facelift is expected to land in India around 11 September 2026 at roughly ₹2.10 crore (ex-showroom) for the base car. Expect refreshed styling touches, updated cabin tech and small feature additions. What almost certainly stays the same: the electric powertrain, the 449–650 bhp output and the 560–603 km WLTP range. So if you own a current i7, there's little mechanical reason to trade in unless BMW throws in a loyalty deal.
Exterior updates: new grille, lamps and alloys expected
The current i7 is already a big, upright sedan with BMW's giant illuminated kidney grille and split headlamp setup. The facelift is expected to sharpen this look with revised grille inserts, tweaked LED daytime running lamps (the light strips at the front) and fresh alloy wheel designs. New paint shades are also likely. But the overall shape, doors, roofline and long wheelbase, carries over. This is a nip-and-tuck, not a new body.
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SedanInterior and cabin tech: what's new inside
The i7's cabin is its calling card, and the current car sets a high bar. It packs BMW's curved display, which joins a 12.3-inch driver's screen and a 14.9-inch central touchscreen. Rear passengers get the famous 31.3-inch Theatre Screen that folds down from the roof. Expect the facelift to bring an updated software layer (BMW's iDrive) and possibly new upholstery colours or trim finishes. The core layout and screens should carry over largely unchanged.
Features and ADAS: connectivity and safety kit
The i7 already comes loaded, ambient lighting, gesture control, four-zone climate and a premium sound system. The facelift is expected to add newer connected-car features and refined driver-assist tech (ADAS, safety systems that can warn you or brake for you). BMW hasn't detailed the exact list yet. For a ₹2 crore car, buyers should expect the full suite, but wait for the official spec sheet before assuming any specific addition.
Powertrain, range and charging: carryover numbers
This is where the facelift stays put. The eDrive50 M Sport makes 449 bhp (335 kW) and 650 Nm of torque (pulling power), good for a WLTP range of 603 km. The M70 xDrive is the beast: 650 bhp (485 kW), a massive 1015 Nm and 560 km of range. WLTP is a lab test, so plan for real-world figures around 420–450 km in mixed driving, less on the highway. Running cost is a big win, though. Charging at home works out to roughly ₹1.5–2 per km, against ₹8–9 per km for a petrol S-Class. Note that state road-tax and registration waivers vary, so check your RTO; there's no central cash subsidy on a car this expensive anyway.
Price and variants: ₹2.05 cr eDrive50 vs ₹2.58 cr M70
Two variants are on offer today. The eDrive50 M Sport opens the range at ₹2.05 crore (ex-showroom). The M70 xDrive tops it at ₹2.58 crore. The facelift is expected to nudge the base price to about ₹2.10 crore, so no price cut, and likely a small hike. On-road prices climb higher once you add registration and insurance, and these vary by state. Ex-showroom also excludes the home charger and its installation.
Rivals: i7 vs EQS, 7 Series petrol and the Maybach question
The i7's closest electric rival is the Mercedes-Benz EQS, which typically lands well below the i7's ask, so the BMW sits meaningfully higher. Then there's BMW's own petrol 7 Series at ₹1.85 crore, which undercuts its electric sibling by around ₹20 lakh. And here's the honest catch: at ₹2 crore plus, i7 buyers often cross-shop the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class (₹2.88 crore) and Maybach EQS SUV (₹2.40 crore). The i7 offers cutting-edge EV tech and that Theatre Screen, but the Maybach badge carries a status the i7 can't quite match in the boardroom-drop-off game.
Verdict: wait for the facelift or grab a discount now?
If you must have the newest i7, the September facelift is worth the short wait, the styling and software freshen the car without changing what matters. But if you're purely chasing value, hunt for a discount on the current stock, because the powertrain and range are identical. Current i7 owners have almost no reason to upgrade for a mild facelift. And if prestige at the porch matters more than gadgets, the Maybach conversation is a fair one at this price. Our pick: the eDrive50 M Sport at ₹2.05 crore makes the most sense, 603 km range and all the cabin theatre, without paying ₹53 lakh extra for the M70's power you'll rarely use.
References: BMW India — official website
