2026 BMW X7 Owner's Manual

2026 BMW X7 owners manual
Year:
2026
Make:
BMW
Model:
X7

Online manual

Size:
4.82 MB

Table of Contents

- NOTES
6
Information
6
Using this Owner's Manual
6
Media at a glance
6
Additional sources of information
7
Icons and displays
7
Vehicle features and options
8
Status of the Owner's Manual
8
For Your Own Safety
9
Data memory
11
Event data recorder
13
Vehicle identification number
13
Getting in
16
Opening and closing
16
Displays, operating elements
17
Set-up and use
19
Seats, mirrors and steering wheel
19
Infotainment
20
On the road
22
Driving
22
Light and view
23
Climate control
25
Intermediate stop
27
Dashboard
30
Vehicle features and options
30
In the vicinity of the steering wheel
30
In the vicinity of the center console
32
In the vicinity of the headliner
34
Sensors of the vehicle
35
Vehicle features and options
35
Overview
35
Cameras
35
Radar sensors
36
Ultrasonic sensors
38
Operating state of the vehicle
40
Vehicle features and options
40
General information
40
Idle state
40
Standby state
41
Drive-ready state
42
BMW iDrive
44
Vehicle features and options
44
Display and operating concept
44
Direct access
47
BMW Curved Display
47
Control display
48
Controller
49
Operating via the Controller
50
Operation via touchpad
51
Operation via control display
52
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant
53
Connecting mobile devices to the vehicle
58
BMW Remote Software Upgrade
60
Vehicle features and options
60
BMW Remote Software Upgrade
60
Personal settings
64
Vehicle features and options
64
Data protection
64
Reset vehicle data
64
BMW ID/driver profiles
65
Opening and closing
70
Vehicle features and options
70
Vehicle key
70
BMW Digital Key
74
Key Card
77
Access to vehicle interior
79
Access to the cargo area
83
Buttons for the central locking system
87
Soft-close automatic function
88
Valet parking mode
88
Settings
89
Alarm system
91
Window
93
Window roller sunblinds
95
Safety switch
96
Glass sunroof
97
Seats, mirrors and steering wheel
102
Vehicle features and options
102
Sitting safely
102
Seats, front
102
Rear seats
106
Seat belts
111
Front head restraints
113
Rear head restraints
115
Exterior mirrors
117
Interior mirror, automatic dimming feature
119
Steering wheel
119
Memory function
119
Seat climate control
120
Transporting children safely
121
Vehicle features and options
121
The right place for children
121
Installing child restraint systems
122
Lower anchors for child restraint systems
124
Child restraint systems with tether strap
125
Locking the doors and windows in the rear
126
Driving
128
Vehicle features and options
128
Start/Stop button
128
Auto Start/Stop function
128
Automatic transmission
131
Shift paddles
133
Launch Control
135
Automatic transmission: Sprint function
135
Driving Experience Control
136
Drive-off assistant
137
Parking brake
137
Automatic Hold
140
Displays
142
Vehicle features and options
142
Instrument cluster
142
Live Vehicle
143
BMW Head-up display
144
Check Control
145
Indicator lights and warning lights
146
Selection lists
152
Gear shift indicator
153
Power gauge
153
Tachometer
154
Standby state and drive-ready state
154
Engine temperature
154
Outside temperature
155
Shift lights
155
Central display range
156
Trip data
156
Assisted View
158
G-Meter
159
Date and time
159
Fuel gauge
159
Range
160
Setting the units of measurement
160
Vehicle status
160
Current driving condition
161
Sport displays
161
Service
162
Light and view
163
Vehicle features and options
163
Turn signal
163
High-beam headlights, headlight flasher
163
High Beam Assistant
163
Exterior lighting
165
Driving lights automatic
166
Parking lights, low-beam headlights and roadside parking lights
166
Welcome lights
167
Pathway lighting
168
Daytime driving lights
168
Adaptive lighting functions
168
Cornering light
169
Adaptive headlight range control
169
Instrument lighting
169
Interior lighting
169
Ambient light
170
Speaker lighting
171
Window wiper system
171
Safety
175
Vehicle features and options
175
Airbags
175
Automatic deactivation of front passenger airbag
177
Acoustic pedestrian protection
179
Collision warning systems
179
Forward Collision Mitigation with brake intervention
180
Warning function in forward collision situations
183
Warning function for oncoming traffic
184
Warning function for turning with oncoming traffic
185
Warning function for pedestrians
186
Warning function at intersections
187
Evasion Assistant
188
Exit Warning
189
Lane Departure Warning with active return
191
Active Blind Spot Detection with active return
195
Side Collision Protection
197
Rear-End Collision Preparation
199
Traffic Light And Sign Warning
200
Wrong Way Warning
202
No Turn on Red function
203
Emergency Stop Assistant
204
Cross Traffic Warning with Braking
205
BMW Drive Recorder
207
Active Protection
210
PostCrash iBrake
211
Fatigue Alert
211
Driver Attention Camera
212
Driving stability control systems
214
Vehicle features and options
214
Antilock Braking System
214
Brake assistant
214
Dynamic Stability Control
214
Dynamic Traction Control
216
BMW xDrive
216
M sport differential
217
Hill Descent Control
217
Servotronic
218
Integral Active Steering
219
Driver assistance systems
220
Vehicle features and options
220
Speed warning
220
Speed Limit Info
220
Speed control systems
222
Cruise Control
224
Distance Control
227
Assisted Driving Mode
233
Lane Change Assistant
237
Automatic Lane Change Assistant
238
Lane change with active guidance
240
Assisted Driving Mode Plus
242
Speed Limit Assistant
245
Adapting the speed to the route
247
Parking
249
Vehicle features and options
249
Parking assistance systems
249
Rear View Camera
254
Semi-automatic camera perspective
255
Automatic camera perspective
255
Side view
256
3D view
256
Trailer hitch view
257
Car wash view
257
Panorama View
258
Automatic activation of panorama view
258
Door opening angle
259
Remote 3D View
260
Park Distance Control
261
Active Park Distance Control
264
Drive-Off Monitoring
265
Automatic Parking Assistant
266
Maneuver Assistant
272
Remote Control Parking
275
Back-up assistant
276
Driving comfort
279
Vehicle features and options
279
Executive Drive Pro
279
Active roll stabilization
279
Two-axle ride level control
279
xOFFROAD package
282
BMW IconicSounds
285
Climate control
286
Vehicle features and options
286
Climate control
286
Automatic program
288
Temperature
290
Air flow
290
Air distribution settings
291
Air conditioning
292
Maximum cooling
292
Air recirculation mode
292
SYNC program
293
Defrost function
293
Rear window defroster
294
Seat and armrest heating
294
Active seat ventilation
295
Steering wheel heating
295
Ventilation
296
Air quality
297
Ambient air package
297
Pre-ventilation
300
Pre-conditioning through Remote Engine Start
302
Interior equipment
305
Vehicle features and options
305
Integrated universal remote control
305
Sun visor
307
Sockets
307
USB port
308
Travel & Comfort system
310
Wireless charging tray
311
Storage compartments
314
Vehicle features and options
314
Safety information
314
Glove compartment
314
Fold-out compartment
315
Storage tray in center console
315
Front center armrest
315
Rear center armrest
315
Front cup holder
316
Rear cup holder
317
Coat hooks
318
Cargo area
319
Vehicle features and options
319
Loading
319
Lashing eyes in the cargo area
320
Net
320
Storage compartment on the right side
321
Storage compartment on the left side
321
Cargo area floor
321
Enlarging the cargo area
321
Cargo cover
323
Things to remember when driving
328
Vehicle features and options
328
Break-in procedures
328
General driving notes
329
Driving on poor roads
332
Driving on racetracks
332
Roof bars
333
Trailer and rear carrier
334
Vehicle features and options
334
General information
334
Before driving
334
Mount for trailer hitch
335
Driving with trailer or rear carrier
336
Trailer Assistant
338
Trailer stabilization control
340
Brake Controller
341
Rear carriers
341
Saving fuel
343
Vehicle features and options
343
Reducing fuel consumption
343
Coasting
343
Driving modes for efficient driving
344
Refueling
348
Vehicle features and options
348
Follow the following when refueling
348
Fuel filler cap
348
Wheels and tires
350
Vehicle features and options
350
Tire pressure
350
Tire marking
353
Tire tread depth
355
Tire damage
356
Exchanging wheels and tires
356
Runflat tires
359
Snow chains
360
Tire Pressure Monitor
361
Flat tire monitor
368
Repairing a flat tire
371
Tire repair set
371
Emergency wheel
375
Changing wheels/tires
376
Engine compartment
381
Vehicle features and options
381
Overview
381
Hood
382
Operating fluids
384
Vehicle features and options
384
Fuel recommendation
384
Engine oil
385
Coolant
388
Washer fluid
389
Maintenance
391
Vehicle features and options
391
Maintenance system
391
Condition Based Service
391
Maintenance Booklet for US Models
391
Diagnostic socket
392
Taking the vehicle out of service
392
Replacing components
393
Vehicle features and options
393
Onboard vehicle tool kit
393
Wiper blades
393
Lights and bulbs
394
Vehicle battery
394
Fuses
397
Breakdown Assistance
398
Vehicle features and options
398
Hazard warning system
398
Warning triangle
398
First-aid kit
398
Emergency Call
399
Jump-starting
400
Tow-starting/towing
401
Vehicle care
405
Vehicle features and options
405
Washing the vehicle
405
Technical data
412
Vehicle features and options
412
General information
412
Dimensions
412
Detailed technical data
412
Appendix
416
General information
416
Updates made after the editorial deadline
416
Everything from A to Z
418

2026 BMW X7 Overview

Owner's Manual

The Owner's Manual for the 2026 BMW X7 is a comprehensive guide designed to enhance your driving experience and ensure you get the most out of your luxury SUV. This manual serves several important functions: it outlines key features, maintenance schedules, and safety guidelines, empowering owners to operate their vehicle effectively. Additionally, it contains valuable troubleshooting tips and detailed explanations of the technological components available in the X7. Understanding your manual is essential, as it not only familiarizes you with your vehicle's operations but also helps maintain its performance and longevity. In summary, careful consultation of the Owner's Manual contributes significantly to a smooth and enjoyable driving experience.

Introduction

Introducing the 2026 BMW X7, a pinnacle of automotive luxury that seamlessly marries power, elegance, and advanced technology. This third-generation model is designed for those who desire more than just a vehicle; it's an experience that exudes sophistication from every angle. With its bold presence, luxurious interiors, and progressive innovations, the X7 continues to redefine the standards in the luxury SUV segment. Whether navigating urban landscapes or exploring the open road, the X7 promises to deliver an unparalleled driving experience that caters to both comfort and performance.

Powertrains

The 2026 BMW X7 offers a range of robust powertrains to match diverse driving preferences. Starting with the efficient 3.0-liter inline-6 engine delivering impressive horsepower and torque for effortless acceleration, it also features mild hybrid technology for enhanced efficiency. For those seeking thrill, an optional 4.4-liter V8 engine produces exhilarating power, making every journey a spirited adventure. Each engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, ensuring smooth gear transitions and dynamic handling, while the BMW xDrive All-Wheel Drive system provides exceptional stability and traction in all conditions.

Trims

The 2026 BMW X7 is offered in multiple trims, catering to unique tastes and lifestyles. The base X7 xDrive40i combines luxury with performance, while the X7 xDrive50i goes further with enhanced power and creature comforts. For the ultimate in opulence and performance, the X7 M60i variant embodies the essence of sport luxury with its upgraded performance tweaks, making it ideal for the discerning driver. Each trim is meticulously equipped with premium materials, advanced technology, and sophisticated design elements to elevate every ride.

Features

Equipped with groundbreaking features, the 2026 BMW X7 is designed for both driver and passenger enjoyment. This model boasts a state-of-the-art infotainment system, featuring a large touchscreen display, intuitive controls, and seamless smartphone integration. Advanced safety technologies, including active driving assistance and collision preparation systems, reflect BMW’s commitment to keeping you safe on the road. Additionally, spacious seating arrangements and premium sound systems ensure that every journey is imbued with comfort and luxury. Every detail of the X7 has been meticulously crafted to elevate your driving experience to new heights.

User manual download

The BMW X7 owner manual for the 2026 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2026 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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