2023 BMW i7
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First drives are out. The 7 Series has now been stretched to same length as the Rolls-Royce Ghost at 213 inches long and uses the same two-axle air suspension setup. Weirdly enough, despite being the largest flagship in the segment, it only receives a 3.5 degree RWS system. Also, the 48V system isn't just for the mild hybrid, it also powers the active anti-rollbars.
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It's better when there are more structure below the grille. Some sedans look weird because there's only a thin line there imo. IMO iX looks hot. 
Very clever. You just fast forwarded time.
This car seems totally geared towards China. I think the craftsmanship will be impressive but it might be more bling than quality kind of like the iX and to a greater degree recent Mercedes interiors. What worries me is the rear is going to be very tall. I don't think it'll be very elegant but it will be imposing.
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It's probably because the battery pack eats into the foot space, and the only way to accommodate it was to raise the cabin. The packaging on this isn't the best.