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BMW · Luxury · 2022–2026

BMW i7 G70

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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4.0 / 5.0 · Based on 2 engine variants

Engine Overview

The BMW i7 G70 is available with 3 engine variants — from 204 to 660 hp.

eDrive50 · Elektro· 455 PS
2022 2026
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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M70 · Elektro· 660 PS
2023 2026
Good Choice 5 weaknesses
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xDrive60 · Elektro· 544 PS
2022 2026
Good Choice 5 weaknesses
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The BMW eDrive50 (Elektro, 455 PS) has the BMW-Gen5-Single (Elektromotor Gen5) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The BMW M70 (Elektro, 660 PS) has the BMW-Gen5-Dual (Elektromotor Gen5 Dual) — rated: "Good Choice", 5 known weaknesses.

The BMW xDrive60 (Elektro, 544 PS) has the BMW-Gen5-Dual (Elektromotor Gen5 Dual) — rated: "Good Choice", 5 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Recall: Integrated Brake System (IBS)

The i7 G70 (production from June 2022 to August 2024) is affected by the major BMW IBS recall. Faulty brake electronics can deactivate ABS and DSC. BMW replaces the IBS module free of charge.

Symptoms: Warning symbols in the instrument cluster, ABS/DSC fault message, increased brake pedal effort required
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✖Recall: Drive motor software

A software fault can shut down the high-voltage system and cause drive loss while moving. Approximately 6,000 vehicles worldwide affected. BMW resolves the issue via OTA update or workshop visit at no cost.

Symptoms: Check control warning illuminates, vehicle loses drive and coasts to a stop
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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 16 weaknesses have been documented for the BMW i7 G70 (2022–2026) — 11 engine-related and 5 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Electronics, HVAC. Considered reliable: BMW-Gen5-Dual (Elektromotor Gen5 Dual).

i7 (BMW-Gen5-Single, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Faulty switching valve in cooling circuit (Vitesco), Recall: software algorithm shuts down high-voltage system, Recall: manufacturing defect in HV battery cells (fire risk). Power: 455 PS.

What to watch out for with the BMW i7? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the BMW i7 G70 have? +
The BMW i7 G70 has 11 known engine weaknesses and 5 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used BMW i7 G70? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: BMW-Gen5-Dual (Elektromotor Gen5 Dual). The most reliable engine is the BMW-Gen5-Dual (Elektromotor Gen5 Dual) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the BMW-Gen5-Dual (Elektromotor Gen5 Dual).
Which BMW i7 G70 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the BMW i7 G70. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 5 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which BMW i7 G70 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the BMW i7 G70 — rated: "Decent". {description} 544 hp xDrive60 — comfortable with authority.
Is the BMW i7 G70 worth buying used? +
The BMW i7 G70 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 2 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the BMW i7 G70? +
The BMW i7 G70 is available with engine variants from 204 to 660 hp.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee