What I miss is the cabin noise level while driving on Autobahn. Some cars have really good sound proofing and others not so much. For someone who drives a lot and has to take calls while driving the noise level would be really interesting.
Perfect review. As a previous 750i owner (same model as yours, also blacked out) I feel completly the same. Will wait for the LCI model and hope V8 versions will be sold in EU.
Sorry pal but Your previous generation looked like Shut as well...and I don't mean the Grill Either. That car was Outdated inside/out tge day it was Designed. 7series Died in 2001 for Good !
Not going to lie, that lounge and especially the damn ultrawide TV is absolutely sick 😅 Give it a few months, the guys in the southern parts of the US that are known to put 30" wheels on '84 Buick Regal's will soon be sourcing those TV setups for their own custom vehicles...they already buy the giant panoramic sunroofs from late model cars and get them installed, this will be next, and im not even mad 😅
It's really insane how (many) people still complaining on having buttons. Just imagine how many buttons you should have for each option that's available in the car. Instead of simply using the voice command. 1) using hello BMW command. 2) click on voice command button on the steering wheel Use it (almost) all the time in my G20 and always does the trick.
I sadly agree with You on the direction of newest BMWs, I was hoping this thing will grow on me after some time but it really doesn't, sadly the new 5 series is following a similar theme which is a shame as the g30 was almost a perfect car in every way.
I liked the video for your opinion about new bmw looks and the great presentation, not for the car itself. And I've loved bmw since i was a little kid in his fathers e28
Thank you from South Africa. I plan to by the I7 in the same colour with the same colour upholstery. This is exactly what a limo should be, but I can still enjoy driving the car myself too.
i am huge bmw fan, previously i owned e39, e60, e90, f10 and currently i have e92 and i think this new 7er is awesome... i would totally get one with all possible equipment if i ever won the lottery..
For me it is the perfect approach. After having a 750i LCI G11 I now switched to the i7 x60 (still in production) after driving it for testing purposes for a couple of weeks. The gap between the G11 and the G70 is SO big and every single aspect with the new car has improved, well almost ;) The design is awesome, I even prefer the exterior design over the interior design. I ordered the car in two-tone aventurine red and oxide grey. It is SO classy. Don't like the M-package, it destroys the looks completely. I know that when you test-driven the car it had OS 8.0 and that was horrible, 8.5 is a real step up especially with the climate menu. You don't need the buttons, you really don't need them. The voice command is brilliant and understands everything you may want to change in the menu, it is SO convenient. When I saw the press pics I hated the car and was afraid of the missing buttons etc., but now I only can say that this is the perfect way and I don't miss anything. As a driver you may need to adjust your thinking and need a couple of hours to get used to everything, set up the app to enable remote parking etc., but that's a good thing, right? It's the "future". Cars in the luxury class are not made for "steering wheel, shifter, gas pedal - all I need" people anymore. If you want more than just a car - buy the i7. It's great :)
Great review as always guys. Such a shame to see the end of cars like the G11 750i and the V12 M760li, particularly the V12. What an incredible car that was. We will never see the likes of these cars again. So sad.
What I don't get about BMW is why don't they just make cars exclusive for the Chinese market? Audi does it with (what I believe it's called) the A8L which is made purely for what the Chinese market wants and they have separate models for the more western market.
Im 29 yrs old, but this type of cars i really hate - its like you buying an tablet instead of car. Who tf need soo much fancy shit going inside of car? like it was designed for kids.
I think the configurable button on the car key is great, I don’t know why you’re hating and saying it’s pointless. If it was on another car you would say it’s great to have that
It's true that the previous generations were better looking, yet, One cannot say a car is bad just on the basis that one didn't like the design, which is really subjective.
I only like the front fascia in black, it does have a cool look to me in black. I love the back, the rear to me is perfect. The side view doesn’t flow sexy enough for me, there’s something wrong I can’t put my finger on 😂. It’s too boring.
That opening shot angle really suits this car, looks menacing! Imagine when the technology allows to get rid of those bumper headlights, they are the equivalent of pop up headlights in my mind..
I'm not in the drivers' seat but boy that knob is blinding me already 🤣, they should preserve the form of those seat buttons and menu wheel but make them piano or obsidian black
I do too, but the comment section is full of grumpy boomers overwhelmed by everything ... Seriously got bored of the reviewer complaining about everything that is actually cooler to younger generations ...
Well said, I'm on my 2nd 7 series and currently have the LCI G11 with the big grilles, but this new one is too much and far too big for the UK, such a shame.
This is not a drivers car. The rear seat setup is one of the best you can buy, even beating Mercedes, Bentley and maybe even RR. The suspension is also set up for the most comfortable ride. Although I know the previous 7 was also a drivers car, this is focusing much more on a different target group.
This car was so close to look and feel like something from Cyberpunk Universe, but they overdo in simplicity on the outside and expensive look on inside
saw these a couple of times on the road already and they are SO huge its ridiculous. but i guess this would not be that much of a problem if they were not looking THAT hideous, you basically have so much bodywork in the front and rear, these are so high and as Max said the lights are tiny in relation to the amount of bodywork. there was another car channel that did a comparison video between this new 7series and the current mercedes s-class, and honestly the sclass looked small compared to this tank. this design decision of the front headlights reminds me of the hideousness BMW tried to pull already with the hideousness that was the E65. i dont get it why they try to do this kind of stuff, what is going on there, the new 2series is also controversial at best and the m2 universally disliked as far as optics goes. the m3 and m4 are kind of 'accepted' but definitely far far away from the love previous gens got. thats got to be a sign for BMW you'd think, but no, they are stubborn as hell, leads me to believe they want to forcefully re-educate the customer base or sit at least out a couple generations of buyers until the core buyers for this kind of look are old enough but bmw wants them to see these designs on the road already.
BMW finally coming to terms with their current business model: designing cars for the modern oppressors. The whole car screams "move over peasant, I own you and I'm gonna crush you". I quiet like this one, at least it's so over the top that it finally makes for something cohesive like a concrete bunker, unlike the rest of their recent line-up.
I nearly did not bother to continue watching this review after your negative pre-judgement expressed. But I did watch it to the end. I have traded a BMW 740d (with just 26k on clock) on a new order for a 760e which arrives at the end of this month. Fortunately I have watched many other reviews and your comments - with your negative views - I am glad to say are ON THEIR OWN. So many other reviewers have great things to say after extensive drive tests. These established professional reviewers have much more helpful things to say than you do. At least we agree on the colour, Tanzanite Blue, which we have also ordered (but with Midnight blue and Merino (two tone) interior). If you think the BMW brown Tatufu Brown leather looks good, it just proves how tastes can vary. A suggestion is best to spend a bit more time to learn about the car before expressing such strong opinions. We have ordered all options including theatre with executive lounge, so at least you confirm that we will enjoy this feature.
Am loving your receivers, but could you do some charging when testing EVs to try and put the manufactures claims of charging speeds to the test? EVs vary massively when it comes to real world charging speed 😬
LOL why do you hate on the door feature?! Just don’t use it if you don’t like it 🤷🏻♂️ Same for the crystal svarovski etc. Just don’t order it and stop complaining like a frustrated wife.
max you didn't show the acceleration sound when you put the car in expressive mode :( it makes one of the most majestic and ethereal sounds that I've ever heard, and the sound was created by Hans Zimmer
Man, I love BMWs.... I don't care if you continue posting only BMWs... I will be watching it. Also as a current teenager, I think that they are preparing for the future. I love the new iDrive 8 and completely understood it in a week. It's better for them as a company to be prepared for future buyers already instead of be late to the game. I can see this from a corporate standpoint. But yeah, it sucks if you've been used to old cars. I don't like the new 7 series as much as the m5 f90 tho or the new m3s. I rather have those.
7:10 all 4 doors opening might be useful in China on hot days, if you want to let the hot air out quickly shortly before getting in. But yeah, it is just a gimmick.
I think you couldnt be more wrong, this car looks way better than an A8 or an S-Class which is the direct competitors, they tried something different and imho it works
Complete agreed. It is not a nice looking car. I hate the front. Can see great quality inside but the design doesn't do for me. And yeah I wone 1 year old 730d xdrive. I know is onky 286bhp but it is bloody quick and with full option is great amazing machine
‘I must stay objective with this car’
*2 seconds later* ‘I hate this piece of shit’ 😂😂
Love your candor hahaha
What I miss is the cabin noise level while driving on Autobahn. Some cars have really good sound proofing and others not so much. For someone who drives a lot and has to take calls while driving the noise level would be really interesting.
Agreed
you can safely assume it's pretty damn quiet
Considering how quiet my dads 2012 x5m was on the highway, I can promise this car is probably silent on the highway.
@@maxhoffman8925 nice flex
@@webfreakz unfortunately he sold it due to reliability issues and now has 2023 40i which is pretty lame considering the car he used to drive
Definitely the new bank robbers car with them doors opening like that 🥳
😂😂😂😂😂
@Alex Unltd. Need petrol bmw
@@lavrushacifdras6339 they make a petrol verson if this 7 series
@@wisi4044 i know
Between this car and the S6.5 AMG , I will go for the .........Bentley Mulsanne
Perfect review. As a previous 750i owner (same model as yours, also blacked out) I feel completly the same. Will wait for the LCI model and hope V8 versions will be sold in EU.
EU sucks mate, i don't think we will see a V8 ever again in a 7 series here in europe..
V8? you can forget that they will ever put that in a BMW again
@@FilipMilenkovic01 They will put it in BMWs and 7 series. It will have to be mild hybrid though.
Sorry pal but Your previous generation looked like Shut as well...and I don't mean the Grill Either. That car was Outdated inside/out tge day it was Designed. 7series Died in 2001 for Good !
Max I appreciate this honest review. Finally someone is talking about this electro madness
... "Madness" = Agenda 2030 SDG7 rhymes with WTC7.
its not about electro madness, but about design madness
intro "im a stay objectve"
a few seconds later "i hate this"
Not going to lie, that lounge and especially the damn ultrawide TV is absolutely sick 😅
Give it a few months, the guys in the southern parts of the US that are known to put 30" wheels on '84 Buick Regal's will soon be sourcing those TV setups for their own custom vehicles...they already buy the giant panoramic sunroofs from late model cars and get them installed, this will be next, and im not even mad 😅
I think 7:14 perfectly summarizes this car
Why😂
You can almost imagine his facial expression 😂😂😂
Why isn't BMW producing its M760I V12 engine anymore? Is it possible that it is affected by emissions?
Its available in US
Affected by EU
Affected by the neo communist movement.
Green-eco-left washing kind of thing. BMW have not objected enough to cut these ridiculous approach.
@@MostCedric Exactly
It's really insane how (many) people still complaining on having buttons. Just imagine how many buttons you should have for each option that's available in the car. Instead of simply using the voice command.
1) using hello BMW command.
2) click on voice command button on the steering wheel
Use it (almost) all the time in my G20 and always does the trick.
What are the odds bmw brings back buttons considering they haven't listened to a single reviewer complaint in 12 years?
Touchscreen controls for basic functions is the single most anti-consumer tech I know.
It‘s insane how complicated these menus get
I sadly agree with You on the direction of newest BMWs, I was hoping this thing will grow on me after some time but it really doesn't, sadly the new 5 series is following a similar theme which is a shame as the g30 was almost a perfect car in every way.
As a Chinese consumer and a BMW M owner, i can say that these new BMWs are hated in China as well. I think sales numbers will not be great.
12:15 "what the hell is expressive" 😂😂the frustration
I agree , Bring back the buttons
I liked the video for your opinion about new bmw looks and the great presentation, not for the car itself. And I've loved bmw since i was a little kid in his fathers e28
Thank you from South Africa. I plan to by the I7 in the same colour with the same colour upholstery. This is exactly what a limo should be, but I can still enjoy driving the car myself too.
If you look at this car at night with a hurricane coming and snow falls and you have your sunglasses on it may look ok
18:40 '...Im giving up on you'
i am huge bmw fan, previously i owned e39, e60, e90, f10 and currently i have e92 and i think this new 7er is awesome... i would totally get one with all possible equipment if i ever won the lottery..
"You've got this gloss black with this crystal hideousness"😂 8:22
For me it is the perfect approach. After having a 750i LCI G11 I now switched to the i7 x60 (still in production) after driving it for testing purposes for a couple of weeks.
The gap between the G11 and the G70 is SO big and every single aspect with the new car has improved, well almost ;)
The design is awesome, I even prefer the exterior design over the interior design. I ordered the car in two-tone aventurine red and oxide grey.
It is SO classy. Don't like the M-package, it destroys the looks completely.
I know that when you test-driven the car it had OS 8.0 and that was horrible, 8.5 is a real step up especially with the climate menu. You don't need the buttons, you really don't need them.
The voice command is brilliant and understands everything you may want to change in the menu, it is SO convenient.
When I saw the press pics I hated the car and was afraid of the missing buttons etc., but now I only can say that this is the perfect way and I don't miss anything.
As a driver you may need to adjust your thinking and need a couple of hours to get used to everything, set up the app to enable remote parking etc., but that's a good thing, right?
It's the "future". Cars in the luxury class are not made for "steering wheel, shifter, gas pedal - all I need" people anymore. If you want more than just a car - buy the i7. It's great :)
Beijing Motor Works
Great review as always guys. Such a shame to see the end of cars like the G11 750i and the V12 M760li, particularly the V12. What an incredible car that was. We will never see the likes of these cars again. So sad.
I dont like the look on video or pictures but in person I was in awe and shock for 2 minutes staring at it. I think I like the 2023 design.
This thing looks just like a Nissan Pathfinder in the front. In the rear just like a Lexus.
Best reviews on earth
What I don't get about BMW is why don't they just make cars exclusive for the Chinese market? Audi does it with (what I believe it's called) the A8L which is made purely for what the Chinese market wants and they have separate models for the more western market.
agree, the 2 markets tastes are just too different.
Because weirdly there "Chinese market" cars sell very well in the US
Lmao the A8 L is not a Chinese exclusive
@@SkynetGeneral I don’t remember what it’s called
Will it fully open if something is in the way?
Im 29 yrs old, but this type of cars i really hate - its like you buying an tablet instead of car. Who tf need soo much fancy shit going inside of car? like it was designed for kids.
Because society has devolved and adults remain children. In fact worse than children
Can I ask did you have your seatbelt on in the backseat and do you always belt up in the backseat?
I at least thought that the new i5 would be less chaotic and found out recently that they destroyed it as well
4:25 “this is bigger then a newborn baby” 😂
Why cant they have conversion kits for older bmws?
I think the configurable button on the car key is great, I don’t know why you’re hating and saying it’s pointless. If it was on another car you would say it’s great to have that
The ghost of Chris Bangle is back.
It's true that the previous generations were better looking, yet, One cannot say a car is bad just on the basis that one didn't like the design, which is really subjective.
I only like the front fascia in black, it does have a cool look to me in black. I love the back, the rear to me is perfect. The side view doesn’t flow sexy enough for me, there’s something wrong I can’t put my finger on 😂. It’s too boring.
That opening shot angle really suits this car, looks menacing! Imagine when the technology allows to get rid of those bumper headlights, they are the equivalent of pop up headlights in my mind..
20:20 Where could I buy your socks. I DO like them honestly. 😂
Schumacher !! that good to see you’ve already recovered 🥹🥹🍺🍺🍺 please, take care 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
I dont know how people think this car is ugly. This thing is sick!
Definitely not my cup of tea, but a guy in my office has bought one of these and surprisingly it gets a lot of positive attention from guys under 40.
you didnt have the Hans Zimmer composed, acceleration/deceleration sounds turned on? lol
We're in awe of the performance capabilities of the 2023 BMW 7 Series i7 xDrive60.
I'm not in the drivers' seat but boy that knob is blinding me already 🤣, they should preserve the form of those seat buttons and menu wheel but make them piano or obsidian black
We are slowly and surely moving into Star trek era, I love it. LOVE THIS CAR...
I do too, but the comment section is full of grumpy boomers overwhelmed by everything ... Seriously got bored of the reviewer complaining about everything that is actually cooler to younger generations ...
Well said, I'm on my 2nd 7 series and currently have the LCI G11 with the big grilles, but this new one is too much and far too big for the UK, such a shame.
This is not a drivers car. The rear seat setup is one of the best you can buy, even beating Mercedes, Bentley and maybe even RR. The suspension is also set up for the most comfortable ride. Although I know the previous 7 was also a drivers car, this is focusing much more on a different target group.
still waiting you to try Mazda 323f 1997
Best looking 7 series from my point of view. Fits exactly in this period of time
This car was so close to look and feel like something from Cyberpunk Universe, but they overdo in simplicity on the outside and expensive look on inside
So honest review! Just like it has to be!
I hated this car/review until you started playing Grand Tour in the backseat. Now I’m in petrolhead heaven.
saw these a couple of times on the road already and they are SO huge its ridiculous.
but i guess this would not be that much of a problem if they were not looking THAT hideous, you basically have so much bodywork in the front and rear, these are so high and as Max said the lights are tiny in relation to the amount of bodywork.
there was another car channel that did a comparison video between this new 7series and the current mercedes s-class, and honestly the sclass looked small compared to this tank.
this design decision of the front headlights reminds me of the hideousness BMW tried to pull already with the hideousness that was the E65.
i dont get it why they try to do this kind of stuff, what is going on there, the new 2series is also controversial at best and the m2 universally disliked as far as optics goes.
the m3 and m4 are kind of 'accepted' but definitely far far away from the love previous gens got.
thats got to be a sign for BMW you'd think, but no, they are stubborn as hell, leads me to believe they want to forcefully re-educate the customer base or sit at least out a couple generations of buyers until the core buyers for this kind of look are old enough but bmw wants them to see these designs on the road already.
BMW finally coming to terms with their current business model: designing cars for the modern oppressors. The whole car screams "move over peasant, I own you and I'm gonna crush you".
I quiet like this one, at least it's so over the top that it finally makes for something cohesive like a concrete bunker, unlike the rest of their recent line-up.
love your vids bruh and the person who interviews with the car
love your vids, but bro I can't agree with you, the front looks awesome!!!
I nearly did not bother to continue watching this review after your negative pre-judgement expressed. But I did watch it to the end. I have traded a BMW 740d (with just 26k on clock) on a new order for a 760e which arrives at the end of this month. Fortunately I have watched many other reviews and your comments - with your negative views - I am glad to say are ON THEIR OWN. So many other reviewers have great things to say after extensive drive tests. These established professional reviewers have much more helpful things to say than you do. At least we agree on the colour, Tanzanite Blue, which we have also ordered (but with Midnight blue and Merino (two tone) interior). If you think the BMW brown Tatufu Brown leather looks good, it just proves how tastes can vary. A suggestion is best to spend a bit more time to learn about the car before expressing such strong opinions. We have ordered all options including theatre with executive lounge, so at least you confirm that we will enjoy this feature.
Are you really German? I feel like I’m listening to a whinging Englishman review this car FFS. It’s the best 7 BMW has ever done by a mile.
BMW bring back the buttons and classic instrument cluster graphics. Why they cannot add one more layout with e38 like graphics…?
you can press the button to open all doors so the vip driver don't have to open the doors for the clients, I guess.
Hi Max!
Is it more comfortable than the current Mercedes S class?
Am loving your receivers, but could you do some charging when testing EVs to try and put the manufactures claims of charging speeds to the test? EVs vary massively when it comes to real world charging speed 😬
Finally BMW did a perfect Uber car lol.
BMW i7 length - 539 cm
Cadillac Escalade length - 538.2 cm
Not a typo.
It's a limo so the focus is on the backseat passengers and they nailed it, if you want performance get M5/4/3/2 LOL
The thing is that this is made for dubai, and it fits in with dubai just perfect
I really feel you! Same Impression !
Amazing car! Thank you!
BMW is becoming a slave to the Chinese market 😢
I have two words for this car: S class
LOL why do you hate on the door feature?! Just don’t use it if you don’t like it 🤷🏻♂️
Same for the crystal svarovski etc. Just don’t order it and stop complaining like a frustrated wife.
Best spec I have seen by far on the new 7 series
max you didn't show the acceleration sound when you put the car in expressive mode :( it makes one of the most majestic and ethereal sounds that I've ever heard, and the sound was created by Hans Zimmer
Looks exactly like the new holden commodores 2020
Why even bother with dashboard GoPro? Most of the time it's not working...
These 2 guys r so lucky!
I got a tuned f01 760i and i prefer it over the look of this car. inside everything is the same. just more screens basically. I'll stick to mine
My dream car
Man, I love BMWs.... I don't care if you continue posting only BMWs... I will be watching it.
Also as a current teenager, I think that they are preparing for the future. I love the new iDrive 8 and completely understood it in a week. It's better for them as a company to be prepared for future buyers already instead of be late to the game. I can see this from a corporate standpoint. But yeah, it sucks if you've been used to old cars. I don't like the new 7 series as much as the m5 f90 tho or the new m3s. I rather have those.
It’s not designed for the European Market, it will sell very well in China & the US
7:10 all 4 doors opening might be useful in China on hot days, if you want to let the hot air out quickly shortly before getting in. But yeah, it is just a gimmick.
Love BMW THE 7 ❤ ❤❤
Totally agree, not good design direction at all. Previous design was much better; I owned 2 previous models.
the exterior has massively grown on me and i do really like it
It's like cancer in that way. ❤
Just waiting for the day the gauges and infotainment becomes apart of the dash, but not in a tacked on screen way
Well, BMW is trying to pull a Maybach by having RR design the 7-series and teenage tiktok'er to overhaul the interior.
I always open all four doors if i go Shopping 🤣🤣
This car looks so nice... Sorry, I mean RICE, cause it is made for Chinese Tastes. 🤪😂🤦
I think you couldnt be more wrong, this car looks way better than an A8 or an S-Class which is the direct competitors, they tried something different and imho it works
Shouldn't a BMW 7 Series EV be a Model S+ in speed with better styling & handling? Just sayin' ...
this admiral is a spaceship
Bmw makes drivers cars, thats why drivers love em more then other brands.
The only German word in this video: Autobahn
Great review these thing are as big as trucks. That Blue is solid. Best part of the car is the greenhouse.
OMG this car is stupid amazing!
I love it!❤
🤣
Complete agreed. It is not a nice looking car. I hate the front. Can see great quality inside but the design doesn't do for me. And yeah I wone 1 year old 730d xdrive. I know is onky 286bhp but it is bloody quick and with full option is great amazing machine
Bmw hired homer simpson to design their latest cars