The 2023 BMW X7 interior easily justifies the price tag it carries. In every aspect, the cabin resounds with comfort and reeks of luxury. Starting with the seats, the SUV sports powered and heated front seats with lumbar support. Each seat is covered in Sensafin upholstery, which is both feel-good and adds to the aesthetic appeal of the setup. An anthracite headliner and gloss wood trim on the doors and dash also add plushness to the vehicle.
As for space, the BMW X7 falls short of hitting the mark. Though the space is ample and comfort is top-notch, the SUV’s direct competitors manage to be more passenger-friendly. Nonetheless, we believe, five occupants can be easily accommodated in the front and middle-row seats. Though the rearmost seats can be easily accessed, thanks to the powered second-row chairs, they are best for children only. On the other hand, the cargo capacity is fairly large and easily competitive as per class standards. With all rows in an upright position, the trunk volume is limited to 12.8 cubic feet, however, folding down the second and third rows adds another 77 cu.-ft.
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Model
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2023 BMW X7
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2022 Mercedes- Benz GLS 450
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2022 Cadillac Escalade
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2022 Infiniti QX80
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Passenger Capacity
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7
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7
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7
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7
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First Row (Head/shoulder/ legroom)
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41.9/60/39.8
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39.4/59.3/40.3
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42.3/65.5/44.5
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39.9/63.8/39.6
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Second Row (Head/shoulder/ legroom)
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39.9/58.1/37.6
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40.2/58.5/41.9
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38.9/64.6/41.7
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40/63.5/41
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Third Row (Head/shoulder/ legroom)
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36.6/47.9/33.3
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38.9/50.3/34.6
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38.2/62.7/34.9
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36.8/60.5/28.8
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Cargo Capacity to the third row(cu.-ft)
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12.8 cu.-ft
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17.4 cu.-ft
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25.5 cu.-ft
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16.6 cu.-ft
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Cargo Capacity to the second row(cu.-ft)
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48.6 cu.-ft
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42.7 cu.-ft
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72.9 cu.-ft
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49.6 cu.-ft
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Cargo Capacity to the first row(cu.-ft)
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90.4 cu.-ft
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84.7 cu.-ft
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121 cu.-ft
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95.1 cu.-ft
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When compared directly with its rivals, the 2022 Cadillac Escalade emerges as the most spacious SUV. Not only does it sport a capacious cabin that bestows class-leading space in all rows, but it also manages to secure an overall trunk capacity of 121 cu.-ft, which is almost 25% more than the next best alternative. The SUVs from Mercedes-Benz and Infiniti stand close to the BMW X7, however, the latter fails to impress the buyers with its impractical third-row space.
Some of the standout interior features of the 2023 BMW X7 include:
- Sensafin upholstery
- Active-charcoal micro-filter ventilation
- Multi-color ambient lighting
- Universal Garage door opener
- Remote Trunk Release
- Front seat memory
How intuitive is the 2023 BMW X7’s infotainment system?
With 2023 MY, the infotainment system on offer has also been tweaked. The X7 SUV now makes use of a 14.9-inch touchscreen unit that is compatible with the brand’s iDrive 8 system. It is easy to use and does not have a sharp learning curve to it. The graphics of the display unit are inch-perfect and even response timings are top-notch. Additionally, to complement the centrally-placed screen, BMW offers a 12.3-inch gauge cluster. It holds all vehicular information and also adds to the aesthetic appeal of the vehicle. As for features, the X7 comes equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a WiFi hotspot, and also BMW’s digital key functionality.
Some of the notable infotainment features include:
- Sirius XM Satellite Radio
- AM/FM Stereo with Radio Data System
- 10-speaker HiFi Sound System
- Bluetooth Connectivity
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- USB C-Port Connection
