{
  "id": 17220627,
  "title": "2026 BMW i7 review: is it worth £109,320?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/2026-bmw-i7-review-is-it-worth-109-320",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-30T11:23:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "City AM",
    "slug": "city-am",
    "url": "https://www.cityam.com/2026-bmw-i7-review-is-it-worth-109320/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The 2026 BMW i7 is an electric luxury sedan priced at £109,320, boasting a range of up to 452 miles and a refined, comfortable ride. During a review by Tim Barnes-Clay, the car was driven on Epsom Downs, where it showcased its elegant design and exceptional refinement. The 2026 facelift features a larger battery, enhanced charging capabilities, and an updated digital cockpit, elevating the driving experience. Despite its premium price, the i7 is considered a worthwhile investment for its distinctive driving experience and status symbol. The vehicle comes with an array of standard features, including a 17.9-inch central touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, heated seats, adaptive air suspension, and four-zone climate control. Higher trims offer additional features like automatic door operation, a panoramic glass roof, and rear-seat entertainment. The facelift includes a sleeker grille, vertical headlights, a reshaped bonnet, and longer tail-lights, giving the car an imposing yet dignified presence. The interior boasts top-tier materials, build quality, and comfort, with a responsive infotainment system and a 31.3-inch rear theatre screen as optional extras. Despite the removal of the iDrive rotary controller in favor of a touchscreen interface, the i7 remains an impressive, heart-over-head choice for those seeking a luxurious, eco-friendly sedan.",
  "summary": "BMW’s facelifted i7 now goes up to 452 miles between charges and rides with all the calm you’d hope for at £109,320. Tim Barnes-Clay took it to Epsom Downs and calls it a heart-over-head choice, though the company car tax bill gives the head a surprisingly strong argument too. The BMW i7 is a seriously [...]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}