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2018 BMW X7
It is the new flagship of the X-series. Nevertheless, we have looked for a comparison, in this case the X6. Even there lots have changed. The two gasoline engines have disappeared, the prices in comparison to
the last revision in 2014 increased by about 15,000 to 16,000 € for the smaller diesel versions and the price for the M50d increased by 10,000 €.
All X models, including the X7 featured here, are made in the USA. Whether the customs policy of the American president also affects the vehicles exported to Europe? For example, the new one will be around € 6,000
more expensive as a 30d xDrive and just under € 14,000 more expensive as an M 50d. One can only hope for BMW that these prices, for example, for USA significantly moderate.
For this the X7 is probably thought, because it is a good 24 inches longer, a good 10 inches wider and a good 10 inches higher than the X6. The wheelbase grew by a good 17 cm. The largest possible luggage space
grew by 600 liters. But of course there is a third row of seats possible and air conditioning with 5 instead of 4 zones. In the second row, two individual seats or a seat bench are possible.
Approximately 250 kg more costs this enormous increase in space. The stronger M50 d weights over 2.5 tons. After all, it has become much more respectable compared to the prototype. The exaggerated emphasis on
the vertical is now missing. The front is determined by large kidneys and narrow headlamps, which are optionally available with the ultra-wide shining laser light. Very hidden at the bottom, the fog lights.
The fact that the rear doors are longer than the front one, otherwise known only in special long versions. Apart from the wide chrome clasp on the back, the design has no other special features. From the tailgate, a part
can be folded down. Both are electrically operated as the third and partly also second row of seats. The car can be additionally lowered in the back.
Matching the rows of seats, there is the three-part panoramic roof (picture above). There are also special lights from thousands of LEDs, such as in the dashboard, the doors and the back of the seats. In addition to an
adaptive suspension with adjustable stabilizers, special modes for traction, settings for the differential and an integral steering. 10/18
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