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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
34,429
Updated: 
30 Nov 2016
$
92,600
Updated: 
07 May 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2015
2019
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
18.60gals
21.90gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Deep Impact Blue Metallic
#021A98
Ingot Silver Metallic
#AEB2B5
Oxford White Clearcoat
#FFFFFF
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
#8E1C26
Tuxedo Black Metallic
#191919
Color: 
ALPINE WHITE
#F8F8EF
ARCTIC GREY METALLIC
#3F4249
VERMONT BRONZE METALLIC
#675141
MINERAL WHITE METALLIC
#E7E7E7
BLACK SAPPHIRE METALLIC
#252627
Dark Graphite Metallic
#404143
Carbon Black Metallic
#171C24
Jet Black
#000000
Phytonic Blue Metallic
#315D84

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2019 BMW X7 finally gives the German automaker a proper three-row crossover SUV, one with a dazzling interior and suitably swell seating.

Pros
Three-row space
Proven engines
Luxurious interior
Standard all-wheel drive

Cons
That face, oh that face
CarPlay should be included
Price bound to skyrocket
Active safety tech costs extra

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The X7 is an all-new BMW model.The 2019 BMW X7 comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.

Pros
Strong engine performance
Smooth ride quality
Impeccable interior

Cons
Noticeable road noise
Expensive for the class

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Flexible
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
17.00mpg
15.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
23.00mpg
21.00mpg
Engine type: 
Flexible-fuel vehicle (FFV)
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
32
Cylinders: 
6
V
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.50L
4.40L
Torque: 
255ft-lbs
at 4 000rpm
479ft-lbs
at 1 500rpm
Horsepower: 
290hp
at 6 500rpm
456hp
at 5 250rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.90Feet
42.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)
Destination Download*
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Adjustable pedals
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Automatic Parking Assist

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
197.10in
203.30in
Width: 
78.90in
78.70in
Height: 
70.40in
71.10in
Ground Clearance: 
7.60in
8.70in
Front Track: 
67.00in
Rear Track: 
67.00in
Wheel Base: 
112.60in
122.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.40
41.90
Rear Head Room: 
40.50
Front Leg Room: 
43.10in
39.80in
Rear leg room: 
39.80in
37.60in
Front Hip Room: 
57.30in
Front Shoulder Room: 
61.30in
60.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
56.70in
Rear Shoulder room: 
61.00in
58.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
80.70cu.ft
90.40cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
5000lbs
7500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
21.00cu.ft
48.60cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
20.30degrees
23.10degrees
Angle of Departure: 
21.30degrees
20.50degrees
Curb Weight: 
4697.00lbs
5617.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no
More Instruments: 
Speed Limit Info
Rear-window defroster

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
no
yes
More Power Features: 
Digital keypad power door locks
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Multi-level heating passenger seat
6 -way power passenger seat
Passenger seat with manual adjustable lumbar support
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Leather
Height adjustable driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
16 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Sport Front Seats
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
16 -Way Power Driver Seat
Leather
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Rear Seats Features: 
Reclining rear seats
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Manual folding split-bench third row seats
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
rear stabilizer bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
no
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirro
Leather and simulated alloy steering wheel
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Turn signal in mirrors
Three zone climate control
Four Zone Climate Control
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
yes
no
More Entertainment: 
Memory card slot
USB connection
6 Months of provided satellite radio service
Surround audio surround audio (discrete)
1 subwoofer(s)
390 watts stereo output
Sony premium brand stereo system
Sony premium brand speakers
Mast antenna
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
12 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
16-speaker
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
2 Subwoofer(S)
464 Watts Stereo Output
USB Connection
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Roof rack
Rear window wiper
Privacy glass
Variable intermittent wipers
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20
21 x 9.5 In.
Wheels more: 
Painted alloy wheels
Run-flat all-season
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
285.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R21

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
no
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning w/Brake Support
Post-collision safety system
Airbag Deployment Notification*
Rear height adjustable headrests
BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear Seatbelt Package
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Brake Drying
Self-Leveling Headlights
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Emergency Braking Preparation
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Frontal Collision Warning with City Collision Mitigation

Options

Packages: 
Equipment Group 302A
Equipment Group 300A
Equipment Group 301A
Premium Package
Luxury Seating Package
M Sport Package
Dynamic Handling Package
Cold Weather Package
Off-Road Package
Exterior Options: 
Wheel Lock Kit
Power Liftgate
License Plate Bracket
Dual Panel Moonroof
Rear Bumper Protector
20-inch Polished Aluminum Wheels w/P255/50R20 A/S BSW Tires
Roof Rack Crossbars
Splash Guards
Panoramic Sky Lounge LED Roof
21" Double-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires
22" V-Spoke Bi-Color Black Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires
22" Multi-Spoke Bi-Color Ferric Grey Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires
21" Y-Spoke Black Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires
Trailer Hitch - 7500 Lbs. Towing Limit
Aluminum Running Boards
21" Y-Spoke Bi-Color Ferric Grey Wheels W/All-Season Non Run-Flat Tires
22" V-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires
Space-Saver Spare
22" Y-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires
Interior Options: 
Smokers Kit w/Element
2nd Row Captain's Chairs
Rear Cargo Well Protector
DVD Headrest
Rear Retractable Cargo Shade
2nd Row Console
Voice Activated Navigation System
All-Weather Floor Mats
Ambient Air Package
Display Key
Gesture Control
Rear-Seat Entertainment Professional
Second Row Captain's Chairs
Glass Controls
Leather Dashboard
Heated Front Seat Armrests And Steering Wheel
Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Medium Light Stone, cloth
#7C7B78
Color: 
Black Extended Merino, premium leather
#000000
Tartufo Extended Merino, premium leather
#9D7866
Cognac Vernasca, leather
#9C745B
Coffee Vernasca, leather
#675C56
Canberra Beige Vernasca, leather
#D9D3C7
Black Vernasca, leather
#000000
Coffee Extended Merino, premium leather
#675C56
Ivory White Extended Merino, premium leather
#F1F2ED
Ivory White/Night Blue Full Merino, premium leather
#F1F2ED