Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | 8 | 4.4 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — |
| 2025 | suv | 8 | 4.4 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — |
| 2024 | suv | 8 | 4.4 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — |
| 2023 | suv | 8 | 4.4 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — |
| 2022 | suv | 8 | 4.4 | Premium | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | V-Shaped |
| 2021 | suv | 8 | 4.4 | Premium | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — |
| 2020 | suv | 8 | 4.4 | Premium | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — |
| 2019 | — | 8 | 4.4 | Premium | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | pricing | Trim | Note | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | Trim: ALPINA XB7 | ALPINA XB7 | — | — |
| 2022 | Trim: xDrive40i | xDrive40i | — | — |
| 2021 | Trim: M50i, Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | M50i | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | Base price: $92,600, Trim: xDrive40i | xDrive40i | — | $92,600 |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 7 | 4 | 2560 | 90.4 | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 7 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 3 | — | Standard | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 7 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 3 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 122.2 | Standard | 3 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 122.2 | — | — |
| 2020 | 7 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 3 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 122.2 | Standard | 3 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 122.2 | — | — |
| 2019 | 7 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 3 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 122.2, Front wheel: 21, Rear wheel: 21 | Standard | 3 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 122.2 | 21 | 21 |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Rated vehicle | abs | nhtsaSafetyRatings | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | laneCenteringAssist | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | parkAssist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2026 BMW X7 SUV N/A AWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2026 BMW X7 SUV N/A AWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2024 | 2024 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2024 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2023 | 2023 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2023 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2022 | 2022 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2022 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2021 | 2021 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2021 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2020 | 2020 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2020 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — |
| 2019 | 2019 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2019 BMW X7 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | — | standard | standard | optional |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 BMW X7 presents a mixed reliability picture.
2025
The 2025 BMW X7 presents an average reliability profile, but critical safety recalls related to the integrated brake system warrant close inspection.
2024
The 2024 BMW X7 presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection crucial.
2023
The 2023 BMW X7 offers a luxurious experience, but potential buyers must prioritize a thorough inspection of its **integrated brake system**.
2022
The 2022 BMW X7 offers a good initial reliability score, but buyers must confirm completion of two recalls: one for the roof control unit and another for third-row seat springs.
2021
The 2021 BMW X7 presents a mixed reliability picture.
2020
The 2020 BMW X7 presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection crucial.
2019
The 2019 BMW X7 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the BMW X7?
Carfocal currently has 8 published X7 reports, covering 2019 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 BMW X7 presents a mixed reliability picture.
Published year coverage: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the BMW X7 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every BMW X7. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 bmw x7 presents a mixed reliability picture. and the 2026 bmw x7's value proposition hinges on its luxury appeal versus potential ownership risks. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
8 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the BMW X7?
Across Carfocal's published X7 guides, recurring problem areas include Electrical System Components (ECU, Wiring), Instrument Panel Trim, and Transmission. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Electrical System Components (ECU, Wiring), Instrument Panel Trim, and Transmission.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 8
- Years tracked
- 8
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints