BMW’s Alpina division is reportedly preparing a new i7 model, based on the electric 7-Series, after a gas-powered successor to the B7 was recently spotted testing in Germany. The vehicle, covered in camouflage, is expected to feature exclusive wheels and exterior styling elements, though the interior remains a mystery.
Alpina became part of the BMW Group earlier this year, marking the first time the tuner has been under the same corporate umbrella since its founding. The upcoming 7-Series will be the first new Alpina vehicle released since this integration, and it will likely offer more power and comfort than the standard i7.
It’s almost guaranteed that the starting price will be well over $100,000, as Alpinas from the past have been. As it stands, the current “base model” i7 sits at $106,200 and offers a maximum range of an estimated 373 miles. The highest trim i7 currently available, the i7 60 xDrive, offers 536 horsepower and an estimated range of 362 miles, all for $124,700. It’s likely that the Alpina i7 will at least exceed those power and price numbers.
Rolls-Royce, another BMW Group subsidiary, offers bespoke luxury EVs that cost significantly more than Alpina’s upcoming offering. Despite the higher price tag, an Alpina model will also be much more expensive. While this level of personalization comes at a cost, the resulting vehicle will still be more affordable than a bespoke luxury EV from Rolls-Royce, which can cost over $500,000.
