Interestingly, BMW handled the latest 7 Series differently. The sedan received another update instead of a completely new generation, even while avoiding the Neue Klasse styling direction. The X7 follows another route entirely. According to the renderings, BMW plans to retain several design cues introduced on the facelifted model, especially around the lighting layout.

The front section changes noticeably. Thin daytime-running lights stretch wider across the upper fascia, while the primary lamps move into upright bumper sections beneath them. The arrangement looks more vertical than before. BMW’s kidney grille grows again, too, becoming taller and broader at the same time. Lower down, the air intake spans nearly the entire width of the bumper, though the opening gains extra height.

Viewed from the side, the SUV adopts a smoother shape with fewer sharp interruptions along the body. Hidden door handles help simplify the profile. Larger side mirrors appear in the renderings as well, while the roof rails blend into the upper structure more quietly than before. Small detail, though the cleaner silhouette changes the vehicle’s personality quite a bit.

Rear styling follows the same direction. The taillights extend deeper into the tailgate and appear larger overall. BMW also relocates the license plate onto the bumper. A roof-mounted spoiler remains part of the package, and BMW roundels continue appearing on the nose, rear section, and wheels.

The article suggests the production model should debut around 2027. Once the SUV reaches the United States market, buyers will likely know the vehicle as a 2028 model-year entry. Rivalry in the segment continues against vehicles such as the Mercedes-Benz GLS, Cadillac Escalade, and the future Audi Q9.

One other point surfaced in the report. BMW dealers in America reportedly continue asking for something even larger than the X7. Because of those requests, BMW appears interested in launching another flagship SUV called the X9. The proposed model would sit above the X7 and target oversized luxury SUVs, including the Cadillac Escalade.

Timing for the X9 still looks early, though the article mentions a possible arrival during the second half of 2027. If so, the next-generation X7 and BMW’s larger flagship SUV might reach public view around the same period.

2028 BMW X7 Renderings

At first glance, the exterior avoids the Neue Klasse look almost entirely. The front section uses a V-shaped nose together with a redesigned interpretation of BMW’s kidney grille. Thin daytime-running lights sit between the hood and bumper, while the primary headlamp units occupy lower recesses. The bumper itself uses sharp lines and integrates an apron section with Alpina lettering placed centrally.

Some familiar Alpina details remain easy to spot. The hood carries the BMW roundel in a prominent position, and the wheel design follows the company’s traditional style. Along the sides, hidden door handles appear alongside camera-based mirrors, replacing conventional units. The low roofline gives the study proportions closer to a BMW 8 Series Coupe than a typical large sedan. Wide rear arches add visual weight, too.

The rear section takes a restrained approach. A large back window flows into a compact trunk lid, while the taillights stay extremely slim and separated rather than connected across the tailgate. Lower down, the diffuser integrates openings for four circular exhaust outlets. The shape stays clean overall. Maybe too clean for some people.

Inside, the Neue Klasse influence returns. BMW fitted an ultra-wide display running pillar-to-pillar near the base of the windshield, together with an infotainment layout similar to the systems previewed in the BMW iX3 and i3 Sedan. There is also a passenger-side screen. The steering wheel uses a four-spoke layout, which already appeared in several recent BMW concepts.

The cabin carries a layered dashboard structure filled with ambient-light strips. A long center console stretches from the dashboard area toward the rear compartment, dividing the two rear seats. Upholstery and trim pieces appear unique to this study.

One detail removes any doubt about the powertrain direction. The Vision BMW Alpina uses four exhaust tips, and leaked imagery from beneath the hood points toward an internal-combustion setup. The article itself states the exact engine remains unknown, as does any possible electrified assistance. Still, the report references a V8 configuration and mentions BMW’s 4.4L TwinPower Turbo unit as a likely candidate.

The full reveal arrives within hours anyway, so unanswered questions will not last long.

2026 Vision BMW Alpina Concept – Photo Gallery

The model sits on the Neue Klasse platform. BMW also ties the SUV to the company’s fresh design direction introduced last year. A longer-wheelbase version already appeared during Auto China 2026 in Beijing. Then another detail surfaced. The iX3 becomes the first member of the Neue Klasse family scheduled for US deliveries in September.

Range stands near the top of the conversation. BMW quotes up to 434 miles on a single charge under EPA estimates, though wheel selection changes the number. The highest figure belongs to the 20-inch wheel setup paired with summer tires. The standard 20-inch all-season arrangement drops the estimate to 383 miles. Other combinations land at 398, 399, and 392 miles.

Two electric motors generate 463 horsepower together with 476 pound-feet of torque. Acceleration from zero to 60 mph takes 4.7 seconds. Charging numbers look aggressive, too. BMW states a 10 to 80 percent recharge needs 21 minutes at a DC fast-charging station, while ten minutes connected to the charger returns up to 185 miles. The electrical system runs on an 800V architecture and supports charging speeds reaching 400 kW.

Inside the cabin, BMW installs the Panoramic iDrive interface, BMW Operating System X, and the Heart of Joy super-brain. Standard equipment for American buyers includes perforated Veganza upholstery, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, bi-directional charging, BMW Panoramic Vision, plus 15.4 kW AC charging or 19.2 kW DC charging through the BMW Wallbox Professional. A small detail, though one worth mentioning, the company still keeps a delete-option panoramic glass roof inside the Comfort Package.

Extra packages push the sticker upward fast. The Comfort Package costs $1,500. Driving Assistance Professional reaches $2,500 and adds Highway & Commuting Assistant, Traffic Jam Assistant, together with Active Lane Change with Eye Activation. BMW asks another $2,500 for the M Sport Package, while the M Sport Professional Package climbs to $4k. Buyers looking toward the Technology Package face a $1,900 surcharge, reduced to $1,200 when paired with M Sport Professional.

Competitors surround the iX3 from every direction. Lexus prices the RZ from $47,395. Audi positions the Q4 e-tron between $50,600 and $59k. Cadillac counters through the Optiq and Lyriq. Genesis joins through the GV60 and Electrified GV70. Rivian enters the discussion with the dual-motor R2, rated at 450 horsepower and 330 miles of range. Tesla continues pushing the Model Y Premium AWD from roughly $49k with an estimated 327-mile driving range. BMW answers mostly through efficiency.

2027 BMW iX3 – Photo Gallery

The project belongs to the artist born Keith Farelle Cozart, better known through names like Sosa, BigGucci Sosa, Almighty So, Turbo, and Otto. The 30-year-old rapper has remained active since 2008, and now his latest BMW joins the growing list of heavily modified G90-generation M5 builds appearing online.

According to the Instagram account @stars.in.the.ceiling, the sedan received a Stage 2 upgrade package. The setup includes a revised air intake arrangement, cat-less downpipes, and a different exhaust system. Output numbers were not disclosed afterward, which leaves some guessing room. Stock figures already stand at 717 horsepower and 738 pound-feet, or 1,000 Newton-meters, from the factory.

BMW claims the standard sedan reaches 60 mph in 3.4 seconds. Pricing in the United States starts at $123,300 MSRP, while the Touring variant sits at another $2,000 higher. The mechanical work was only part of the transformation.

Inside, the cabin now features a multi-color starlight headliner displaying the M5 logo overhead. Black and orange leather covers most of the interior surfaces, mixed with carbon fiber trim and extra plastic elements mentioned in the source. Loud combination. Then again, subtle styling never looked like the goal here.

Outside, the sedan wears a full body kit from an unnamed tuner. The article hints that Mansory involvement seems possible because several exterior additions resemble parts associated with the German company. No confirmation exists, though.

The visual package adds extra sections around the front bumper, together with reshaped outer grille edges. A new hood sits up front, too, and the design leans heavily toward exaggerated sculpting. Side skirts stretch along the lower profile between both axles, while the rear gains a chunky diffuser and a larger ducktail spoiler.

Most of those exterior components use a forged-carbon appearance. The contrast works against the green paint finish covering the rest of the car. The article even questions whether the green surface might be a wrap rather than paint. Black wheels complete the setup, although their design stays relatively close to the original factory style.

Not everybody likes the newest BMW M5. The source itself claims many enthusiasts view the latest version as slower and less attractive than the previous generation. Yet modified examples continue appearing at a rapid pace, and Chief Keef’s build now ranks among the more difficult ones to ignore.

BMW M5 Sedan Tuning Project – Photo Gallery

The brand is clearly reorganizing its entire lineup. You already have the refreshed 7 Series and i7, plus the long-wheelbase versions of the iX3 and i3 built around the Neue Klasse direction. That part is official. What comes after is where things get a bit more interesting.

Because some models are slowly being pushed out.

There are strong indications that the iX and i4 will no longer be offered in the United States, which leaves space for the next wave. And that next wave doesn’t stop at sedans or compact SUVs.

Larger models are coming. The X5 is already deep into testing — Nürburgring runs included — and BMW seems ready to throw everything at it: mild-hybrid setups, plug-in hybrids, fully electric versions, even hydrogen-based systems.

But the X5 is only half of the story. The coupe-SUV version always follows. It has for years. So yes, the X6 is next in line.

And not just one version. There are growing expectations that both a new X6 and a fully electric iX6 will show up before the end of the decade, likely around 2028 or 2029. That timeline keeps popping up, even if nothing is confirmed yet.

Here’s where things take a slight turn.

You would expect the electric model to fully switch to the Neue Klasse architecture. That’s the whole point of BMW’s future direction. But some reports suggest the iX6 might not go all-in on that.

Instead, it could stick with an evolved CLAR platform — the same base used today, just heavily updated to support full-electric capability. It sounds like a compromise. Or maybe a transition step??? It`s hard to say!

Design-wise, nothing shocking, but also not boring. The newer BMW look is clearly spreading across the range: vertical kidney grilles, cleaner surfaces, and lighting elements integrated more tightly into the front end.

Inside, expect something closer to the latest 7 Series setup. The Panoramic Vision system will probably make its way here too, including that extra passenger-side display that BMW has started pushing more aggressively.

As for the renderings floating around online — they’re unofficial, obviously. Still, they’re not random either. They follow the direction BMW is already taking.

And if that direction holds, the next X6 generation might end up being less about tradition… and more about adaptation.

Production timing already favors the updated luxury sedan. BMW confirmed series output for the 2027 BMW 7 Series, and the i7 starts first, with global market arrival planned for July. The all-new i3 Sedan follows later, with production scheduled for August 2026. During the Beijing event, BMW also displayed the iX3 Long Wheelbase and the next-generation BMW i3 Long Wheelbase sedan on the same stage.

The company framed the local debut as a wider regional move. BMW stated, “BMW begins a new chapter in China,” while explaining the Beijing presentation runs from April 24 through May 3 and includes two long-wheelbase vehicles reserved for local buyers. One of those had already appeared earlier, the China-spec 2027 iX3 Long Wheelbase shown last month with pull-up exterior door handles chosen for safety compliance.

BMW also attached a broader statement to the three-car display. “We are reaching another important milestone in BMW’s Next Generation project.” Oliver Zipse added more context, saying, “This represents a significant leap forward in cutting-edge technology, driving experience, and design language. Through these new models exclusively for China, we are combining BMW’s globally leading technology platform with localized solutions developed around the needs and preferences of Chinese customers to create a truly superior luxury experience.”

Both electric newcomers adopt Neue Klasse design markers. The double-kidney grille now includes three-dimensional illumination. Headlights shift away from the earlier angel-eyes theme into what BMW calls digital angel wings. A concave shark nose remains visible at the front. BMW notes only small visual differences from global versions at first glance.

China-specific work appears deeper inside the cabin. Both long-wheelbase models receive wheelbases exceeding three meters, hidden exterior door handles, and an intelligent cockpit linked to Chinese artificial intelligence systems. BMW iDrive includes a three-dimensional head-up display, a panoramic view display, and a center-mounted touchscreen running BMW OS X with local digital ecosystem support.

Navigation uses BMW-customized Gaode Maps. Voice control relies on Alibaba’s large-language technology and DeepSeek reasoning support. The My BMW App works through Huawei HarmonyOS NEXT. Driving assistance reaches Level 2 through Momenta software, tuned for urban roads, highways, and parking use across China.

Range figures follow CLTC testing. BMW lists more than 900 km for the long-wheelbase iX3 and over 1,000 km for the long-wheelbase i3. Both use sixth-generation BMW eDrive hardware and an 800-volt system. A ten-minute charge at up to 400 kW adds about 400 km.

BMW 7 Series Facelift – Photo Gallery

The American market opens at 99,800 dollars before destination charges. Buyers currently choose between two drivetrain formats, one linked to combustion power, the other tied to the electric branch of the range.

BMW already outlined what follows next. A 750e xDrive plug-in-hybrid enters during the first quarter of 2027, carrying 483 horsepower. A separate M Performance version with a V8 engine sits further down the schedule.

Luxury sedans no longer attract the same volume as they did years ago. Large crossovers and body-on-frame sport utility vehicles now absorb much of that demand. Even so, BMW and Mercedes-Benz continue pushing hard in this part of the market, while Audi and Lexus no longer defend the A8 and LS with equal force.

BMW says last year placed the 7 Series at the top of its own luxury class in sales. Speed matters for another reason, too. Mercedes-Benz now presents fresh lighting signatures built around the three-pointed-star theme in both front and rear sections of the S-Class and Maybach line.

Soon after BMW released official images, digital artists started altering the facelifted sedan. One of the first came from Nikita Chuicko, known online as kelsonik.

Mercedes-Benz reached dealers first this year with the revised W223 S-Class. The armored Guard derivative joined early, then the Maybach version followed later in the same update wave.

His earlier work had already explored the new model before launch. This newer render avoids body changes altogether. The grille stays untouched. Bumpers stay untouched, too. Side profile, door surfaces, and roofline all remain factory.

Only the wheels shift the tone. A deeply concave multi-spoke alloy set replaces the original factory rims. Red brake calipers sit behind the spokes and create the only visible color break across the exterior.

No extra trim appears around the lower body. No aero pieces enter the picture. The sedan keeps the same proportions BMW presented during launch week.

The digital proposal, therefore, works through restraint rather than redesign. A different wheel choice changes the visual weight of the car more than expected, especially on a sedan already shaped around long surfaces and upright presence.

BMW moves ahead with official deliveries. Outside the factory, small visual experiments have already started. This one limits itself to wheels and stops there.

The car stretches to 5.76 meters, equal to 226.8 inches, which places its footprint close to the Phantom sedan. From the side, the profile uses a long rear section, a sharply inclined windscreen, and a tapered tail section. Rolls-Royce also fitted 24-inch directional wheels shaped to recall marine propellers. The front keeps the Pantheon Grille, machined from one block of stainless steel, while slim vertical lamps sit on each side. Polished stainless-steel strips continue rearward and visually connect with split rear light units.

No rear spoiler appears. Instead, airflow management comes through a diffuser integrated into the lower body, helped by the absence of exhaust hardware linked to the electric layout. Underneath, the structure uses the same aluminum spaceframe known inside the company as Architecture of Luxury. The battery-electric system comes from the Spectre, although Rolls-Royce has not published technical figures yet and said more information will arrive as testing continues through its global development work.

The launch car wears a pale exterior called Charles Blue, paired with Grace White surfaces and Deep Navy detailing. Peony Pink accents appear inside, together with Openpore Blackwood trim. Outside, another historical cue appears in the paint selection, since the pale blue shade references the Rolls-Royce 17EX experimental model from 1928. Silver trim pieces and a matching soft roof complete the exterior combination.

Inside, the layout changes more than the dashboard suggests at first glance. Only two seats are fitted, framed by horseshoe-shaped structures. Between them, a saddle-style armrest slides rearward and exposes the Spirit of Ecstasy controller, one of five rotary controls used in the cabin.

Above the occupants, Rolls-Royce developed a Starlight Breeze treatment using 10,500 fiber-optic points. Their placement follows a pattern derived from sound-wave analysis taken from a nightingale song rather than random spacing. The roof itself mixes cashmere with technical fabric and was tuned to let rain sounds pass through while reducing mechanical noise.

Rolls-Royce says buyers will be selected directly by the company. Deliveries are planned for 2028. Owners also receive access to design sessions, testing activities, and curated events linked to the Coachbuild Collection program.

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Rolls-Royce Project Nightingale – Photo Gallery

The sedan arrived finished in Daytona Violet Metallic, paired with a Silverstone and black cabin. BMW fitted Style 951M Dark Grey wheels, twenty inches at the front and twenty-one inches at the rear. Carbon-fiber details appeared across the roof, mirror caps, and rear spoiler, all linked to the Carbon Package selected when the car left the factory. Executive, M Driver’s, and Carbon packages were all present from day one.

Before Habul took delivery in September 2025, the car belonged to Rick Hendrick. Large collections often keep mileage low, and this case followed the same pattern. Most of the car’s early life passed inside a museum in Connecticut, where rare performance vehicles stay parked for long periods. At sale time, the odometer showed 10,234 miles.

No aftermarket work appeared in the listing. A few defects did. The front bumper carried small chips. A mark appeared along the driver ’s-side rocker panel. The passenger-side wheels showed scratches, and the center console trim inside also carried visible wear. None of this changed the buyer’s interest. The listing stayed online for one week before a new owner secured the deal. A clean Carfax accompanied the car, with no accident record and no mileage mismatch. Two keys, the owner’s manual, the window sticker, and the Flexible Fast Charger stayed with the sale.

Under the body sits BMW’s current plug-in-hybrid layout. A 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 works with an electric motor mounted on the front axle, a setup introduced with the M5 G90 in June 2024. Combined output reaches 717 horsepower, or 727 metric horsepower, while torque reaches 738 pound-feet, equal to 1,000 Newton meters. An eight-speed automatic transmission sends power through an all-wheel-drive system.

Performance figures remain unchanged. The sedan reaches 60 miles per hour in 3.4 seconds, or 97 kilometers per hour in the same time. Standard top speed sits at 155 miles per hour, though this example reaches 190 miles per hour because the M Driver’s Package removes the lower limiter. M Carbon Ceramic Brakes handle stopping duties.

Habul, now 52, knows fast machinery well. He drives for Mercedes-AMG and won the Bathurst 12-Hour in both 2022 and 2023. His time with this BMW was brief. The depreciation did not.

Habul`s 2025 BMW M5 – Photo Gallery

Performance numbers stay clear. The sprint from zero to 62 mph takes 4.9 seconds. Electronic control stops speed at 130 mph. BMW also quotes a maximum driving distance of 500 miles under favorable use. Charging from 10 percent to 80 percent takes 21 minutes on a DC supply. In a ten-minute stop, with charging power up to 400 kW, the added range falls between 309 and 372 km.

The review vehicle came in Ocean Wave Blue metallic. M Sport Pro trim shaped the exterior specification, joined by optional 22-inch Y-spoke Style 1054 M bi-color wheels. Red high-gloss brake calipers stood behind the wheel spokes. BMW also added the Iconic Glow exterior package. Even with these extras, the design stays restrained, with little visual separation from a lower trim version.

Measurements place the length at 188.3 inches. Width reaches 74.6 inches, while height stands at 64.4 inches. The wheelbase measures 114.1 inches. Ground clearance reaches 6.9 inches. Aerodynamic drag sits at 0.24 Cd. Front track reads 64.1 inches and rear track 64.3 inches.

The cabin uses a wide digital layout. BMW places the Panoramic Vision display along the lower windshield area, while a central screen handles most controls. Standard equipment includes wireless phone charging, semi-autonomous driving functions, active safety systems, and power seat adjustment.

The tested unit added more equipment. M Sport seats were fitted, along with an M steering wheel in the regular spoke design. A panoramic sunroof with climate comfort glazing also appeared, plus ambient lighting, Parking Assistant Professional, three-zone automatic climate control, BMW 3D head-up display, and Harman/Kardon audio.

BMW used Adelaide Grey bi-color leather as part of the BMW Individual interior package. Cabin materials reflect recent brand choices, with more recycled surfaces and fewer classic trim inserts. Seat comfort received favorable comments after adjustment.

Storage remains practical. Rear luggage capacity reaches 18.3 cu.ft with the rear seats upright. Folding the rear bench opens up 62 cu. ft. A front compartment adds 2.0 cu.ft, or 58 liters.

Road impressions focused on ease of use. The body stays flat through corners, steering response feels clean, and the vehicle carries speed without effort. Comfort mode matched the overall character better than Sport mode during the drive. Romanian pricing begins at €65,461. The tested vehicle, fitted with €17,150 in extra equipment, reached €86,857.

2026 BMW iX3 50 xDrive – Photo Gallery

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