- A BMW 7-Series prototype was photographed during hot weather testing in Spain.
- The thick camouflage hints at important styling updates.
- The flagship sedan is expected to receive a facelift in 2026, four years after its debut.
The G70 BMW 7-Series might still feel fresh, but it is already two years old. As a result, BMW is working on a facelift. Our spy photographers captured the prototype during hot-weather testing in Spain, obscured by heavy camouflage.
The seventh-generation 7 Series ignited typical BMW fan controversy, primarily due to its oversized grille and divided headlights. Whether the upcoming LCI (facelift) will address this divisive styling remains uncertain. However, the completely camouflaged front and rear ends suggest a substantial redesign is in the works.
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Our spy photographers claim that the facelifted model will wear a similar grille to the new 5-Series, and retain a split headlight arrangement, albeit better integrated into the nose. While we’re still in the early stages of development, the prototype is fitted with provisional lighting units instead of using the existing model’s LEDs, making us believe there will be big changes.
The profile appears to be largely carried over, with flush door handles and large wheels. The same applies to the rear end which could benefit from a new pair of taillights and a redesigned bumper. The presence of quad tailpipes shows that this is the ICE-powered 7-Series, although the fully electric i7 could also be renewed at around the same time.
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Interior enhancements are expected to focus on the infotainment system, offering increased comfort, safety, and entertainment for all occupants. While the current 7 Series boasts a screen-heavy cabin showcasing BMW’s latest technology, there’s always room for refinement. Notably, the flagship sedan is poised to incorporate the groundbreaking BMW Panoramic Vision head-up display slated for a 2025 production debut.
At this moment, we don’t have information about any powertrain updates, but the facelifted range will most likely retain mild-hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric options.
The G70 7 Series, including the electric i7, debuted in July 2022. Given BMW’s typical four-year model cycle, a facelift is likely due in 2026. The German automaker is unlikely to deviate from this established pattern for its flagship sedan.
