BMW Confirms Next-Gen X5 And 7 Series Facelift For 2026 Debut

2025 isn’t over but, however BMW is already waiting for what subsequent yr will carry. The Neue Klasse household is ready to develop, including a number of new members alongside the just lately unveiled iX3. Whereas the already confirmed i3 sedan will likely be absolutely electrical, the 2 fashions introduced at the moment for 2026 will characteristic combustion engines.

Confirming our earlier reporting, BMW will unveil the next-generation X5 and the facelifted 7 Sequence in 2026. CEO Oliver Zipse revealed the information throughout a convention name discussing the corporate’s Q3 2025 outcomes. Munich’s prime brass additionally confirmed that a few of the Neue Klasse know-how showcased on the iX3 will discover its method into these bigger autos.

Codenamed “G65,” the following X5 will turn into BMW’s first mannequin to supply 5 forms of drivetrains: gasoline, diesel, plug-in hybrid, battery-electric, and hydrogen gasoline cell. Nevertheless, the latter gained’t be launched till 2028. We’ve already mentioned the fifth-generation X5 at size, together with its continued use of V8 engines and the possible loss of the split tailgate.

Visually, the SUV will look considerably completely different from the present mannequin, adopting the recent design language launched with the 2026 iX3. Inside, it’ll mark a significant departure from the “G05” by switching to iDrive X. The replace isn’t restricted to the infotainment system, as your complete dashboard is being reworked, shedding most analog controls, together with the rotary knob.

Though the 7 Sequence will obtain a Life Cycle Impulse reasonably than a next-generation mannequin, its inside may also bear main updates. The flagship sedan is ready to realize the tenth-generation iDrive system with the Panoramic Vision windshield projection. Likewise, it’ll lose the rotary dial in favor of a cleaner, screen-focused format.

Spy photographs verify that the G70 gained’t bear a full Neue Klasse transformation. The massive kidney grille stays, as do the cut up headlights. Whereas recent styling particulars conceal underneath the camouflage, important design modifications aren’t anticipated. The 7 Sequence will retain its daring and polarizing look that distinguishes it throughout the lineup.

Though Zipse didn’t point out ALPINA by title, we’re assured the B7 will return subsequent yr. This time, underneath a unique title and with three variants: 740 xDrive, 760 xDrive, and i7 70 xDrive. Reportedly carrying the inner codename “G72,” these fashions ought to function fully loaded versions with ALPINA-exclusive bits in and out.

Whereas the refreshed BMW X5 and seven Sequence will go on sale subsequent yr, the reborn ALPINA 7 Sequence won’t attain dealerships till later in 2027.