Latest Details (from the Future BMW model information thread):
G70/G73 7er- G73 is the armored version, starting production in 11/23.
- Will introduce the TÜ2 generation of B58 engine.
- Production 07/22-06/29 with LCI in 03/26
- Intro models: worldwide 735i (B58U2, 282hp), 740i (B58M2, 370hp), 760ix (S68, 535hp), i7 xDrive50 (535hp); US 740i, 760ix, i7 xDrive50.
- 760ix is interesting in that it doesn't have an M in its name but will be offered with the usual list of M Performance parts (steering wheel, body bits, suspension, etc.) as standard.
- Standard air suspension, soft close doors, B&W audio. Notable options:
- Choice of M Sport or Luxury interior and exterior design
- Fully automatic doors like in the new Phantom
- Sky Lounge roof
- Totally new headlights, with the same "Iconic Glow" designation as the X6 grille. That grille will be available too of course.
- Rear seats equal in comfort to the front ones (heating/ventilation, massaging) in Executive Lounge configuration, plus rear entertainment that's better than the old "shut up, here's an iPad screen in the headrest for you".
- Same "Natural Interaction" thing as in iX.
- Even more better version of B&W audio.
- A new driver assist package called "Motorway assistant".
- A whole bunch of BMW Individual customizations.
- 11/22: worldwide 735dx (B57, 295hp), 745ex (B58U2 + EM = 480hp), M750ex (B58M2 + EM = 565hp); US 745ex
- 07/23: Worldwide and US 740ix, i7 M60.
- Compared to the regular 7 series, i7 M60 includes as standard 21" wheels, active steering, multifunction seats throughout the cabin, the usual M trim pieces inside and outside, and a model-exclusive M performance package option.
- Possible additional models: 735d, i7 eDrive45, i7 M60
Updated December 3, 2021:
The G70 7 Series grille patent drawing reveals a single piece connected design.
Updated November 11, 2021 with new spy video
Updated June 17, 2021 with new spy photos
Spy Video - February 6, 2021: