Ever tried being happy without money? If not, know this—money can sure get you a BMW X7, and that comes pretty darn close. It is not just about ultra-luxury in the X7—the near-₹1.40 crore (plus taxes) worth SUV is a legend on the roads, designed for comfort, space, and sheer fun on driving.
In the recent journey to Ranikhet, the X7 proved why it towers above all flagship SUVs, pulling off easy practicality with undeniable doses of BMW sportiness along the way.
Roomy, All the Way Out: A Real Practicality for Families
Packing for six means double sacrifices in comfort and luggage space, which is never what the BMW X7 is about. With 326 litres of boot space present, even with all three rows in use, the X7 conveniently accommodated weekend luggage while the parcel tray acted as an able ally. Beyond 700 litres can be loaded with the seats folded down; however, the awesome part is just how the BMW X7 manages a passenger-to-cargo-comfort ratio like no other in the segment.
The back last seat can cruise miles away with finite under-thigh support and legroom on par with a business class train. No one will ever feel an afterthought during long hauls.
Driving Dynamics: Power Meets Refinement
True to its DNA, the X7 xDrive40d M Sport offers a thrilling drive despite its size. The 3.0-litre diesel engine with an output of 335 bhp and 700 Nm of torque gives snappy responses and overtaking confidence without any hesitation, even when loaded to the hilt.
What separates the men from the boys is the supreme refinement—barely a whisper in the cabin, buttery smooth shifts from the eight-speed gearbox, while a suspension setup that obliterates almost all road irregularities. Aussie style, cruising in comfort for long periods on the highway at speed.
Minor Gripes: Room for Improvement
While X7 shines on almost all counts, there are downsides here and there in comfort. No massage function for the seats is one upset any driver would face after long hours behind the wheel. The light-colored upholstery wears out pretty quickly due to Indian conditions. Additionally, some may consider the illuminated 'X7' badge carved on the dash a bit of a faux pas in understated luxury.
Final Verdict: A Class Above
The BMW X7 has its fair share of rivals, including GLS from Mercedes-Benz, Audi Q8, and XC90 from Volvo; it somehow manages to find a rare intersection of luxury, driving dynamics, and space equally. The X7, for the appropriately positioned family needing a true do-it-all flagship SUV, is worth every penny.
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