2027 BMW 740 xDrive G70
By Lorenzo Bianchi April 23, 2026
3.0L inline-six with 48V mild hybrid and xDrive AWD.
Updated design with illuminated grille and cleaner surfaces.
New Panoramic iDrive and advanced driver assistance systems.
Familiar silhouette, sharper presence
The 2027 BMW 740 xDrive G70 doesn’t stray far from the established 7 Series shape, but it carries a slightly more deliberate look this time.
Up front, the illuminated kidney grille remains the focal point, now paired with slimmer crystal-style headlight elements. The face feels more composed than before, less busy. There’s a clearer separation between lighting and grille surfaces, which helps the car look wider and more settled on the road.
Along the side, the approach is restrained. Surfaces are clean, almost flat in places, with subtle detailing doing the work instead of heavy creases. Wheel options now stretch up to 22 inches, which noticeably fill the arches and add to the car’s stance.
Proportions stay classic luxury sedan
In profile, the 740 xDrive holds onto traditional long-wheelbase sedan proportions.
The bonnet stretches forward with a clear sense of length, while the rear remains upright rather than coupe-like. It’s a conscious decision. This is still a chauffeur-friendly car first, even if many owners will sit behind the wheel themselves.
The monolithic design language BMW refers to becomes clearer from this angle. The car avoids visual clutter, relying instead on proportion and surface quality.
Interior shifts toward a digital lounge
Inside, the biggest change isn’t in layout but in how information is presented.
The new Panoramic iDrive system stretches content across the lower windscreen, placing key driving data directly in the driver’s line of sight. A large central display handles most interactions, while a separate passenger screen is now standard, offering media and app access without interfering with the driver’s focus.
In the rear, the Theatre Screen returns with an upgraded setup, turning the back seat into something closer to a private viewing space. It’s paired with a Bowers & Wilkins system with up to 36 speakers, which should be as much about presence as clarity.
Materials lean toward a mix of crystal finishes and soft-touch surfaces, though exact combinations vary widely. BMW mentions hundreds of configuration options, which sounds about right for this segment.
Inline-six remains the core powertrain
Under the bonnet, the 740 xDrive continues with a 3.0-litre inline-six paired with 48V mild hybrid assistance.
Output sits at 400 hp with 580 Nm of torque, delivered through an eight-speed automatic and BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive system. Acceleration to 100 km/h is quoted at around 5.1 seconds, which feels appropriate for a car of this size and intent.
It’s not about outright speed. The focus here is smooth delivery and consistency, especially at highway speeds where this car will spend most of its time.
Everyday usability built into the tech
Beyond performance, the 740 xDrive leans heavily on assistance systems.
BMW’s updated driver aids now allow hands-free driving on certain highways, along with more complex urban support functions. The system can handle lane changes, traffic lights, and even some junction scenarios, though always with driver supervision.
There’s also an emphasis on ease of use. Features like soft-close doors, automated parking, and adaptive air suspension are standard or widely available, making daily driving less demanding.