The 2025 BMW X7 M60i: A Luxury SUV That Delivers Comfort And Thrills In Equal Measure

“It’s hard to believe something this big goes down the road so quickly,” I said to myself while executing a quick three-point turn to rerun the most challenging section of one of my favorite test routes. Sometimes, a run is just so good, you want to go back and do it over again. Which, in fact, is the beauty of having a road like that and a ride worthy of attacking it. Unlike your favorite theme park at which you’d have to go to the end of the line and wait, you can just turn around and run it in the other direction when driving something like the 2025 . Of course, given its base price of $110,900 and a price as tested of $129,225, the price of entry is considerably higher than that of any theme park I have yet to experience. But hey, it’s more fun too!

2025 BMW X7 M60i First Impressions

The truly remarkable thing is given the size of the X7 M60i, the crossover SUV could be forgiven for being much less fun to drive. Then again, in order to have a BMW badge on its nose between those two gargantuan kidney grilles, driving pleasure must be an aspect of its design brief. On the other hand, physical beauty is seemingly no longer a priority at BMW.

Yes, the X7 can be said to have presence, and it can be said to have a distinctive appearance—one that is at once energetic and redolent of affluence. However, pretty isn’t really a word I’d use to describe the flagship BMW crossover. Nobody can say the X7 doesn’t look aggressive though. This thing looks like it will eat your pets for mid-afternoon snacks.

Exterior Dimensions

Driving Impressions And Performance

Fortunately, the big BMW won’t actually devour your precious little Pepper, Peanut, Poco or whatever you call your beloved pooch. However, the X7 absolutely loves to consume miles upon miles of pavement. Key to its mastication is the G07-series BMW’s S68 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged DOHC V8. The internal combustion engine is supplemented by an electric motor to produce a total system output of 523 horsepower @ 5,500 RPM and 553 pound-feet of torque @ a mere 1,800 RPM.

This means peak torque is right there waiting, with no need to wind the engine up to get it out. According to BMW’s specs, the engine is capable of propelling the top Bimmer crossover to 60 in 4.5 seconds. However, in my scientifically unscientific tests, I saw just under four seconds—consistently. This thing is astonishingly quick. All-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission round out the powertrain. The 2025 BMW X7 M60i’s top speed is limited to 130 MPH.

Of course, making a car fast is something of a mean feat. The only requirement is a big enough engine. After all, you can make a 400-ton 747 do 600 MPH. However, getting a car to stop and change direction with this much alacrity, while providing a comfortable and smooth ride, is another thing altogether. That takes some serious engineering.

To that end, the X7’s designers specified an air suspension system to help keep body roll to a minimum. This enables the 275/40-22 (front) and 315/35-22 (rear) run flat tires to achieve optimal grip. Rear axle steering, active anti-roll bars and adaptive dampers contribute to this endeavor as well. Residing within those 22-inch wheels are 15.6-inch (front) and 15.7-inch (rear) brake rotors, which are vented to dispel the thermal energy resulting from hauling a 5,838-lbs crossover SUV down from triple-digit speeds.

Accurate steering, from a system that returns nice feedback, further informs the X7’s ability to deliver the driver engagement one might be surprised to get from such a luxurious automobile. By the way, for those of you for whom enough is seldom enough, the X7 M60i can also be had with a set of 23-inch wheels. However, you will sacrifice a bit of ride quality in exchange.

Performance Specifications

BMW X7 M60i Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy estimates for the M60i version of the X7 are 16 MPG in the city, 20 on the highway and 18 combined. I saw an average of 17.9, according to the X7’s trip computer. Granted, that isn’t exactly stellar. In fact, some might even consider it a poor showing. On the other hand though, we are talking about a 2.5-ton luxury SUV capable of going from zero to 60 in less than four seconds. Given that circumstance, something’s bound to give somewhere—right?

Interior Design And Comfort

As is de rigeur for BMW’s automobiles, the driver-centric nature of the cockpit is evident at a glance. Slightly curved to ensure driver legibility, a wide rectangular housing frames a pair of digital displays. The 12.3-inch readout behind the steering wheel offers up data pertinent to the operation of the G07 BMW. The screen’s 14.9-inch counterpart empowers dominion over the X7’s infotainment features.

Features such as ambient lighting, carbon fiber trim and Merino leather upholstery serve to convey the X7’s lavish intentions. The second-row captain’s chairs are heated, while the front seats are both heated and ventilated. The armrests and steering wheel are heated too. The front seats also offer a massage function. Other key features included heated and cooled cupholders, as well as a panoramic LED roof treatment. Soft-closing doors are part of the package as well.

With three rows of seats, the X7 is capable of seating up to seven people. That said, accessing the third row requires one to have the agility of a member of a Zhengzhou acrobat. You’ll also need patience, as it takes those captains’ chairs a bit of time to slide forward to provide access. All in all, it’s probably best to keep the third row folded away to improve cargo capacity—or restrict its occupancy to young children.

Happily though, that’s the only legitimate gripe one could lodge against the X7’s accommodations. Ingress and egress to and from the four main seating positions is easy. Comfort in each of those seats is first-rate too. They are also suitably bolstered for proper support when the X7’s athleticism is given center stage.

Interior Dimensions

Technology And Ease Of Use

We’re talking flagship-class BMW here, so you know the X7 is bristling with cutting-edge tech features. Leading the list of “say whaaaat?” capabilities is the G07’s new eye-activated lane change feature. This is part of the Driving Assistance Professional Package, which also supports hands-free driving at speeds of up to 85 mph.

With it, you can trigger an automatic lane change by simply looking into the rearview mirror monitoring the lane into which you wish to move when the system is activated. And no, it won’t do so unless you activate the turn signal first—and the lane is clear. Also on the roster of driver assistance tech is smart cruise control, lane keeping assist, and traffic jam assistance. The latter is capable of managing the operation of the X7 in stop-and-go traffic situations. The BMW will park itself too.

The latest version of the marque’s infotainment operating system, iDrive, continues to be one of the most intuitive to use. In addition to the rotary dial, the system provides touchscreen and voice interfaces. The operating system can be updated over the air and an eSim with 5G capability is installed as standard equipment. BMW’s digital key provides control over certain vehicle functions via the BMW smartphone app. Wireless device charging, and Android compatibility are included as well.

Cargo And Storage Space

Fold the third row away, and you’ll free up 49 cubic feet of cargo capacity. This shrinks to 13 cubic feet when the third row is deployed. The second row’s seats also fold to provide a maximum of 90 cubic feet of carrying capacity. The 2025 BMW X7 M60i also has a plethora of cupholders and cubbies, as well as an exceptionally capacious center console storage compartment, as well as the usual glove box.

2025 BMW X7 Vs. Its Competitors

In my opinion, the leader in the large luxury SUV class, BMW’s closest competitors in this segment are the Land Rover Range Rover and the Cadillac Escalade. While neither can approach the BMW in terms of sheer performance potential, they do have their innate strengths. In fact, their unique natures give each one a personality distinct from the other two.

How The BMW X7 Compares To The Cadillac Escalade

A nip here and a tuck there afforded the Escalade a new face for the 2025 model year. The grille is larger and features a new pattern, while the daytime running lamps are now placed just below the crease in the hood. The headlights are horizontal LEDs now, the taillights are new, and there’s a new bumper cover outback.

Like the BMW, the Cadillac is primed more for street duty and cannot come close to the Range Rover’s go-anywhere prowess. However, unlike the BMW, the Cadillac is tuned to prioritize quiet and comfort over agility. To equal (actually exceed) the BMW X7 M60i’s power output, you’ll be looking at an Escalade-V, which brings a 6.2-liter, 682-horsepower supercharged V8 to the matchup, along with a 10-speed automatic transmission. As expected, the Escalade -V is speedier than the BMW—as long as the road is straight.

How The BMW X7 Compares To The Land Rover Range Rover

Capable of taking you almost anywhere on planet Earth—and bringing you home again—the Land Rover Range Rover melds sheer offroad capability with opulence, ease and an exceptionally high price tag. To match the X7 M60i in terms of power output, you’ll be looking at the Range Rover P530.

This model employs the exact same mild hybrid system you’ll find in the BMW, with identical output. The also uses BMW’s eight-speed automatic transmission. However, unlike the BMW, the Rover’s suspension and four-wheel-drive system are biased more toward dirt than tarmac. As a result, the X7 provides sharper handling on pavement, while the Range Rover will go places that will leave the BMW flat-footed and flummoxed.

Our Recommendation For The Model You Should Buy

The X7 is just as luxurious as the Rover or the Escalade. The BMW also provides more cutting-edge tech, and is a bit less costly. Granted, the and the Cadillac are arguably better looking. And, given the way most people use vehicles such as these, any one of the three will serve the vast majority of buyers in this category just as well as any of the others. With that said, I’d go with the BMW because I love to drive. However, if you’re just looking for something that will get you from place to place with style and grace, there isn’t a wrong choice here. Again, if you’re looking for the max in driver engagement in this class, the X7 vividly illustrates the reason BMWs are known as the ultimate driving machines.