New BMW M760Li xDrive, most powerful BMW ever, now in India for Rs 2.27 crore

The first M performance model for the flagship sedan BMW 7 Series, the new BMW M760Li xDrive has been introduced in India. The new BMW M760Li is available in two character packages – M760Li xDrive and M760Li xDrive Model V12 Excellence .

The ex-showroom price is as follows:

BMW M760Li xDrive : Rs 2,27,00,000

BMW M760Li xDrive Model V12 Excellence : Rs 2,27,00,000

With this new introduction, the new BMW 7 Series is available in five petrol and three diesel variants. While the BMW M760Li xDrive emphasises the sporty appearance, the Model V12 Excellence emphasises on the luxurious character of the vehicle. The new BMW M760Li xDrive is available as a petrol variant and is sold as a CBU (Completely built-up) model.

The M Performance TwinPower Turbo 6.6 litre twelve-cylinder petrol engine produces an output of 610 hp and a maximum torque of 800 Nm at 1,500 – 5,000 rpm. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds to a top speed of 250 km / hr. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic sport transmission. The new BMW M760Li xDrive comes as standard with BMW xDrive permanent all-wheel drive.

The range of fine upholstery combinations in Nappa leather include: Canberra Beige with Canberra Beige, Canberra Beige with Canberra Beige and Dark Coffee, Ivory White with Ivory White, Dark Coffee with Ivory White, Black with Ivory White, Cognac with Black, Mocha with Black, Zagora Beige with Black, and Black with Black.

Innovative functionalities in the car include Executive Drive Pro, Integral Active Steering and Executive Lounge seating as standard. Using the Driving Experience Control switch, the driver is able to choose between different driving modes to suit the driving conditions (Comfort, Comfort+, Sport, Sport+, Eco Pro, and Adaptive). The Integral Active Steering increases the manoeuvrability, agility and comfort of the BMW M760Li xDrive.

The Executive Lounge which is a standard seating in the BMW M760Li xDrive offers maximum comfort through a wide range of features like massage function, Vitality Programme and a footrest for a true first class experience. The Executive Lounge Seating option increases comfort in the rear seat behind the front passenger seat and has an electrically extendable footrest integrated into its backrest. The rear passenger can unwind into an extremely relaxing position thanks to a backrest which can recline impressively close to the horizontal position.

The new BMW M760Li xDrive comes with BMW Individual Paintwork and Interior Trims as standard. Other optional features available are BMW Individual ‘Special’ Paintwork, BMW Individual Cool Box, BMW Individual full leather trim 'Merino' finely structured Upholstery and BMW Individual Headliner Alcantara.

The M aerodynamic package with larger air intakes in the front apron and exclusive 20-inch M light-alloy wheels in double-spoke 760M design with matt Cerium Grey finish guarantee an elegantly sporty appearance. The M Performance insignia is created by Cerium Grey finish in the side-view and rear, emblazoning M and V12 logos, mirror caps, Air Breather as well as on the door and the handles. A new M sports exhaust system with flap control generates a rich sporty sound and adds the finishing touches to the signature M Performance look with its galvanised Cerium Grey twin tailpipe embellishers in exclusive design positioned on either side.

The BMW M760Li xDrive Model V12 Excellence sits on 20 inch BMW Individual light-alloy wheels in W spoke 646 design high-gloss polished with mixed-size tyres create a dynamic presence. At the front, Model V12 Excellence has a chrome strip in the air inlet grid. The kidney grille slats are finished in silver with chrome-plated fronts and decorative frame. The window frames, the Air Breather with the decorative door trim and the V12 lettering on the C pillar are also in Light Chrome. Gleaming at the rear above the chrome-plated grip strip are the xDrive badge on the left side of the luggage compartment lid. 

The interior of the new BMW M760Li xDrive maintains the luxury quotient with its touch of the M Performance elements. The exclusive M leather steering wheel carries the M logo, has Pearl Gloss Chrome multifunction buttons on its spokes and shift paddles for manual gear changes on the reverse. Door sill plates with an illuminated V12 logo sharpen the appetite for the driving pleasure to come, while the instrument cluster contains an exclusive speedometer featuring the model designation and a dial now.

The Model V12 Excellence contains the Pure Excellence interior design. It offers a headliner in Alcantara as well as door sill finishers in Aluminium high finish with illuminated V12 model designation.

The new BMW 7 Series broke the innovation barrier in automotive industry. It features game-changing technologies such as Gesture Control, Remote Control Parking, BMW Display Key, BMW Touch Command System, Wireless Charging and Sky Lounge.

Hands do the talking in the new BMW 7 Series with the unique Gesture Control which is part of a rigorously thought-out operating concept that recognizes six pre-defined hand movements for control of a number of functions. This includes volume control, accepting or rejecting phone calls, acknowledging check control messages, closing an information window, changing the camera angle etc. There is also the option of pairing a specific gesture with an individual choice of function.

With the BMW Remote Control Parking and BMW Display Key with touchscreen, a driver can park his BMW 7 Series into a tight parking space without being inside the car. Besides other information, the smart key also displays service reminders, cabin temperature, mileage range and fuel level.

BMW Touch Command, the innovative system, offers a fully integrated control option for entertainment and comfort functions for the rear. The 7" tablet with touch function, which is integrated into the centre armrest and connected to the vehicle systems, can also be used outside the vehicle.

Also joining the fray is a new smartphone holder integrated into the centre console which allows inductive, Wireless Charging for mobile phones for the first time in a car.

The Panorama Glass Roof Sky Lounge ensures more than 15,000 light elements that generate six different light patterns that create a perfectly pleasant mood.

The BMW Laserlight with blue design features illuminates the road in laser high beam mode for up to 600 metres – twice the range of a conventional LED headlight. Adaptive Headlights cast their beam in the direction of the curve and ensure better visibility during night drives on winding roads.

The new BMW 7 Series appeals to the senses in many ways even before one steps inside. The Comfort Access System remotely detects the key within a 1.5 meter radius and unlocks the doors and the tailgate. During the entry and exit, the Welcome Light Carpet illuminates the area in front of the vehicle doors with an elegant white light pattern.

In typical BMW style, the cockpit is angled towards the driver to put all controls within reach and facilitate intuitive driving. The Vitality Package with eight massage functions ensures a particularly relaxed ride especially for long journeys. Ambient Lighting with six dimmable designs creates an atmosphere for every mood while the Ambient Air Package with an option of eight custom-made fragrances soothes the senses and refreshes the mind.

The new BMW M760Li xDrive is available in Alpine White as non-metallic paintwork and in the following metallic paintworks: Mineral White, Glacier Silver, Magellan Grey and Black Sapphire. The exclusive metallic paintworks for Model V12 Excellence include Atlas Cedar, Cashmere Silver, Arctic Grey Brilliant Effect, Sophisto Grey, Carbon Black, Imperial Blue Brilliant Effect, Jatoba, and Singapore Grey. BMW Individual Paintwork is also available as standard : Azurite Black metallic, Ruby Black metallic, Moonstone metallic, Almandine Brown metallic and Special paintwork Aventurine Red metallic.