BMW to Launch First Three-Row Electric SUV, the iX7, in 2027
The new model will feature a dual-motor AWD powertrain and 800V architecture, with production expected to begin late next year.
BMW is preparing to expand its electric vehicle lineup with the iX7, the brand’s first fully electric three-row SUV. Scheduled for a 2027 debut, the vehicle aims to position itself at the top of BMW’s EV hierarchy by offering enhanced luxury features and updated powertrain technology.
What Happened
The second-generation X7, which includes the electric iX7 variant, is expected to arrive in 2027. While the vehicle will not fully adopt the Neue Klasse design language seen in the iX3, prototypes spotted testing reveal a slimmer, more upright Kidney Grille and a shift from conventional pull-style door handles to small handles integrated into the vehicle’s pillars. The iX7 will retain split headlights rather than the updated Neue Klasse-style units.
According to reports from a source claiming to work at BMW’s South Carolina factory, the new X7 and iX7 will maintain a more traditional aesthetic compared to the Neue Klasse models. This includes the retention of the Kidney Grille. Additionally, the split tailgate found on previous models will be replaced with a standard one-piece tailgate. Inside, the dashboard and center console are expected to mirror the new X5 but will incorporate upgraded technology and features from the new 7 Series sedan.
Potential interior options include a 31.3-inch 8K BMW Theatre Screen for rear passengers, a 14.6-inch BMW Passenger Screen, and touch screen panels on the rear doors. These details have not yet been officially confirmed by BMW.
Why It Matters
The iX7 is expected to utilize a dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain similar to the iX5 60 xDrive. The iX5’s setup delivers a combined 578 hp (425 kW) and 593 lb-ft of torque, allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 4.4 seconds. The iX7 is also anticipated to feature an 800V electrical system for fast charging. During a recent media event, the iX5 60 xDrive demonstrated peak charging speeds of 464 kW, capable of adding up to 170 miles of range in 10 minutes.
This move signals BMW’s strategy to extend its premium electric offerings into the large SUV segment, competing directly with other luxury three-row EVs. By integrating 7 Series technology into the X7 platform, BMW is aiming to differentiate its EV lineup through luxury amenities and advanced charging capabilities. Production for the new X7 and iX7 is expected to begin at BMW’s Spartanburg plant in South Carolina in late 2027, joining the iX5 in the facility’s output.
The Bottom Line
BMW’s iX7 will enter the market in 2027 as the brand’s first electric three-row SUV, featuring a design that blends traditional BMW elements with new luxury tech from the 7 Series. While specific performance figures remain unconfirmed, the vehicle is expected to share the iX5’s high-performance AWD powertrain and 800V architecture, with production starting in late 2027 at the Spartanburg plant.
