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.