RIP Mercedes? BMW's Flawless Victory with the New 7 Series i7!

[@RemoveBeforeRace]

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[@kreigerbailey3550]

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building!!!

[@sonnanjalimohanty5508]

Just waiting for i5

[@omarcarnegie7614]

Is it more comfortable than the Mercedes s63 s

[@omarcarnegie7614]

​@@kreigerbailey3550 nobody in the world love BMW like Jamaicans nobody

[@omarcarnegie7614]

Which one would you prefer this or the S63 AMG

[@irishphil9480]

Brilliant video! It needed that length and I sat in one exactly the same in a showroom 2 weeks ago. It blew me away and I’ve had a few 7’s before. BMW are killing it right now.

[@FakhruddinFakhrul]

I've driven one, despite its bigger size and long body, the throttle and acceleration is insane!

[@navsofour2892]

0-60 in 5 sec consider a Z4 with an S58 less than half the price does it in 3.9s :(

[@demolisherOfMoney]

@@navsofour2892you’re comparing cars in different classes though, this car would move with sheer presence and weight

[@djnoell]

​@@navsofour2892 I have the gas powered 24 and it'll actually do 0-60 in 4.1 and with boost, 3.56 that's insane for a 5000 lb car. Nothing to complain about.

[@navsofour2892]

@@djnoell Still evidently slower than an prior designed Z4 M40i and what you've got would be sluggish on the track as well.

[@navsofour2892]

@@djnoell But not saying is a bad car to have or a bad car itself, just clarifying that.

[@tobias_k01]

I currently am an intern at BMW and I am surrounded by tons of them every day (where you ask yourself: what is weirder - seeing so many of them in one place or getting used to it?) and I must say that I really like them. I was sceptical at first with the first images, but they are basically Rolls-Royces in BMW clothing in terms of design. Massive presence, but very suitable for the stately luxury experience they are. The previous gen was quite weak if you see them both together, it was not modern and expressive enough. They nailed it with this one, and in terms of tech and driving as well as it seems from all the reviews I saw.

[@bdkamil95]

Please don’t insult Rolls Royce. Two very different design languages.

[@apt9238]

@@bdkamil95where was the insult? Also, if comparing Rolls Royce to BMW was an insult to you then what about the fact that Rolls Royce has been owned by BMW for around 20 years now? Yes, I understand they operate under their own brand still but don’t be surprised to see comparisons between modern, innovative, luxury series of cars

[@matmul4850]

I also like it apart from the front end. Front is 🤮🤮🤮

[@tonedaflex]

@@bdkamil95 Same company, no?

[@navsofour2892]

@@apt9238 Rolls Royce certainly went south since BMW manages it, but modern BMWs are nothing like Rolls Royces, not even Bentleys i mean you wish...

[@ronaldk.wileyjr.5476]

Love it. Design looks Manly to me, not ugly. S class looks soft. I would say "Muscle-lux ". Rode in this @the Chicago auto show... niiiice!

[@mfmelendez]

So right, Raz, when you mention it is wonderful “under the skin” because that exterior is very challenging to appreciate.

[@meanvecktor1900]

BMW 7 series has always transformed the plus size luxury cars market. I remember back in the late 80s early 90s when the drop the V12 in the 750il Mercedes and everyone else went back to the drawing board, I’m not saying the 7 is better because I have a 2012 S65 AMG and that’s a difference type of car,Back in 2003 bmw change the game again too with E65. BMW nowadays is at its Zenith and will continue too

[@carspear]

Extremely packed with tech!!! Nice to see the detailed insight.

[@performingspecs7841]

Owned the 23 760i version for about 8 months. This car has countless luxury and high tech features in and out and has a great ride but just too large for my taste and the braking takes a hit because of the amount of weight. Still an awesome car but I recently sold it for a Mercedes GLE 63s. I had no idea that Mercedes was so far behind in technology when it comes to user interface. I used to just grab my phone and that was all I needed to drive the car , open the doors and even remotely park the car. Now all I get is keyless entry which was available in 2010 in most cars. There’s not even remote start on the key fob! BMW also has the best leathers as well. I don’t know about quality for the whole line up as this is my first and last Mercedes purchase but, I haven’t been able to drive the GLE 63s since I drove it off the lot because it was found to be missing a bunch of parts from the factory including a catalytic converter and turbo clamps. The exhaust leaked into the cabin. I’m guessing that the products from Mercedes that are made in Germany are better quality but Mercedes could take a few lessons from BMW. Pissing me off just typing this.

[@senoow4215]

lmfaoo more money more problems, i wish u had ur problems tho

[@performingspecs7841]

@@senoow4215 Lol, I’m glad that I can provide you with some enjoyment. But no, it was a stupid mistake.

[@morelife7722]

Bmw does not have better leather at all bro smh you went from a 7 series top of the line sedan with genuine real soft leather to a gle which is not even top on the line suv in mercs lineup which comes with mbtex/ faux leather If it was an s class you wouldn't be saying the leather is better also technology wise is not far behind because even though that gle is new model year its still really the last gen of mercs cars you can tell by horizontal screens the new portrait screens are on the real present future mercedes cars n technology is just as good if not better than a bimmer

[@performingspecs7841]

@@morelife7722 No, I disagree no real point made. And the AMG GLE 63s is the lowest model with faux leather? I think you need to go back and check your facts. But I will give you that even a GLS 580 at $112,000 still comes with MBTEX faux leather unless you choose Nappa leather as an option. I have the 2024 GLE 63s which just got wireless Apple CarPlay. Also you are right in a sense, the newest models aren’t too far behind right now. I’m just not too impressed with the tech as of yet, the GLE 63s is a great and fun vehicle if you get luck and get one that was assembled correctly.

[@ardiniko1]

I own both 7 series M760Li and S Class AMG line also owned few S classes and Gle coupe 63s. But even here in Europe is same, only brainwashed Mercedes fans cant see the difference, but definitely BMW currently has much better quality this is a fact.

[@michaelzeng77]

36:28 That’s the THX studio sound effect!

[@Cassp0nk]

It’s not a flawless victory when it looks like that. Shocking design.

[@rkitleli]

Maybe he was blindfolded when he reviewed it🤣

[@dkyzar]

Funnily enough, BMW would rather you not press the circle to open the car door automatically. That's actually the sensor and they say you can damage it. Also the reason some reviewers were complaining about the slowness of the doors opening, they were blocking the sensor with their fingers. They would rather you press on the corner where the light is. Circle sure looks like where you would press though.

[@DoctorSkillz]

This was a really helpful comment. I have an i7 on the way with the Executive Package. You're absolutely right. The owner's manual states, "Press the button in the illuminated spot..."

[@mrchanningpetty1]

I love the i7... I literally switched from Benz to BMW because of the innovation and tech that BMW did with the i7.. I love it and its literally the ultimate package... I don't have any complaints thus far..

[@DaveFogel]

Wish they would integrate the screen into the design vs. just slapping it on the dash.

[@rormig8663]

Personally I love the look of this car both inside and out. Seen a few wafting around the US and it certainly has presence. Tbh I’d buy one over most other luxury cars including an S

[@seansiew5629]

This has Rolls Royce like presence,especially their Spectre 2 door EV Coupe

[@Kammandier]

same man same... maybe something is wrong wıth me but i lıke ıt

[@Doa744]

i would like to say you are insane but i get it. i don't like the look but it has such a presence... the new S class is missing that sadly

[@seansiew5629]

@Doa744 and people saying the S class is the better looking car,but a luxury car must be interesting that the S class isn't

[@ednedjari6062]

“Dad can we keep it?” Brilliant 😂

[@steved2008]

The only sound in braking was your metal water bottle hitting the console 🤣🤣🤣❤️

[@Randy-st9lb]

Every one reading this, please like this video to get RBR to more viewers. its fuckin criminal that he only has 354k followers. You have the best car content on KZbin. You cant beat the editing and special effects. Plus he give you the comparisons you want to see. ❤ from Ft Myers FL. Keep up the great work bro

[@ibentTube]

Agreed!!!

[@irdibasha391]

Better than EQS yes but not better than the S class

[@SH7SH7SH7]

Interior 7 series by far. Exterior s class.

[@henronweekes2796]

I would disagree but do think the EQS is better . I do like the bmw but the kidney grill is the only thing that I’m on the fence about.

[@peytonwalker8050]

I have had experience with both. BMW wins.

[@peytonwalker8050]

I have had experience with both. BMW wins.

[@madmax1631]

yes its better than a s class the s class is boring as fuck compared to this car so its not even a question to me anymore

[@slanina1]

Excellent video as usual! My wife was walking by while I was watching it on the television just as the rear TV was coming down and she was like wooow!. Proceeded to sit down next to me and watched the remainder 🤣

[@cbotten106]

The words "modern" and "classic" are used aplenty in this review and really capture the essence of what BMW is trying to attempt with this i7.

[@oploupe]

BMW PR department working overtime after the launch of this filing cabinet

[@markchip1]

I do hope the incredibly relaxing and soothing aspects of this car, particularly on those longer journeys you mentioned, are not SO effective that you're at serious risk risk of nodding off!!

[@santana9537]

100% this would be my choice of flagship luxury saloons The tech is unbelievable and the looks are menacing, very refreshing compared to the boring a8 and s class

[@ardiniko1]

As a owner of Both 7 Series and S class 2019 I agree with you 100%. BMW is much better now in every way including the design

[@997turbo2]

I am very interested to drive this car, BMW always the best when it comes to comfort + style, one thing I still don’t like is the gear box specially in the 50 the V8 engine specifically the slight delay of response, I hope the electrification of this car solves this then it would be almost perfect, not perfect because of the steering dead zone in the middle also the steering make the car feels heavier than it should be ( not the steering being feeling heavy, the whole car feels heavy).

[@JasonMilner]

I love your special effects as always, and yes, those doors are cool, but you were right in your on screen text comment at 37:18 - this is a long video. PS, I think the expressive mode sounds like the THX advert at the start of a movie.

[@joebloggs4191]

I saw one of these new 7 series on the road the other day. Boy is it ugly but it's got massive road presence and is different to everything else in the market today. If I was looking for this category of car this is the one I would get despite the ugly looks.

[@marcusoctober4856]

Can't get over how good your M3 Touring looks!

[@vonrichthofen5734]

Are we witnessing Mr AMG slowly morphing into Mr BMW? What a time to be alive...

[@aneebaba06]

LOL that Raz video bomb appearance. Sorry fell behind on your videos bruv :) Guess I'm not surprised that you loved this on it's own but not surprised about your take vs the EQS haha. Yes, still enjoying and loving my i4 - good to be a part of the iFamily hehe. Yeah not a fan of the split lights, does look better on the X7, but yeah love the luxury touches - aww that was a great reaction from the kiddos!

[@dustingofthedecks]

Can you imagine in 15 years when this a reasonable price, but nobody can afford to maintain them! Sad but true

[@muhammadrayyan7783]

I'd buy a merc just because its less ugly than this

[@Sergesedd22]

So you're basic? Got it..

[@lapirk]

I love this design. It looks futuristic. The S is more pretty but it's a very non risky safe design.

[@rg6982]

Yesh I agree, the S class looks no different to the E class to a C, very safe and boring

[@Sergesedd22]

I agree. S class is beautiful but safe and boring.

[@publicsectordirect982]

You get used to the integral active rear wheel steering, it massively reduces the turning circle.

[@varchitectinblack3307]

Jeez, all this makes me want to do is go and find a mint V12 E38 - what the hell happened to BMW

[@markchip1]

Very impressive! PROVIDING it all keeps working reliably...!!!

[@joebloggs4191]

Most modern BMWs seem to be pretty reliable!

[@nesttea2239]

that crystal/glass lighting looks like a big distraction to me. also the screens seem a bit old/bland. Especially when compared with the new lincoln nautilus

[@mokotedimogadime8567]

I actually love the front end and think the rear is dull in comparison. Weldone to BMW, you can never accuse them of wall flower design, unlike the other 2 Germans.

[@steved2008]

Hated it at first, see a lot rolling around London at night and I must say they look very luxury and modern at the same time

[@rg6982]

I have to agree Smashes the S class and that other eletric thing out the park Hate to say it

[@ertugrulbae46]

Top Gear also gave the crown to the new 7 series in the comparison with the S class

[@simonbradshaw3708]

Those sounds are really annoying, I just want silence or to listen to my music. I've got the old 7series model and having the physical buttons/shortcut buttons are really useful. I won't be considering changing anytime soon.

[@lazziebardakos2956]

Really like this both inside and out. Only downside for me is the ridiculously large television/screen that pops down for the rear.

[@axel-11]

It's an option, isn't it?

[@edgerdeuce]

My Counsel has both the i7 and the S500.... The i7 is miles better, I've always driven in the S500, but I only had to drive in the i7 twice to reckon it was better....

[@The_Truth777]

I appreciate the content quality. Only input, can the sound fx's and music be softer than the voice? Sometimes, the voice audio is so low one has to really pay attention to hear what Raz is trying to say.

[@RemoveBeforeRace]

Noted for the future! Thanks for your feedback 🙏👊

[@The_Truth777]

@@RemoveBeforeRace 🙌🏻

[@brianiswrong]

1st world problem but, that metal bar around the end of the front armrest is going to get battered by watch straps and bangles when the I drive wheel is used.

[@sammymug29]

Thanks for teaching me about the burger menu on the door. I hate putting fingerprints on my screen

[@mayormsuthu1465]

This is a real deal this car is now the best, so Mercedes Benz fanboys this car is better than both the EQS and an S class.

[@S21ultras]

7:49 wanna ask do you have to press it twice to open each door? Cuz i saw from other video it turns red with first touch, then opens when you press it again

[@theanonymousone9668]

As a FRUSTRATED 7-series owner, the theatre screen interface is MADDENING! It's touchscreen, but it's NOT touchscreen. You have to use a virtual keyboard for most of its navigation. Hopefully they'll make it fully touchscreen in future versions.

[@djnoell]

I plugged a Chromecast into it, and just use the remote control. 😊

[@wisdaniel]

I would love this exact vehicle with a black interior. Love the blue exterior.

[@jeromep3182]

Now I gotta take my hat off for pulling up the BMW E32 makes me miss my 91 735IL just a beautiful car from bmw but I also do like the new 7 as well

[@wasdwasdwwasd]

I think this would be a good looking car if the body was a bit lower and the front wheels were a bit further forward. But yes, it does look like a block of wood.

[@S21ultras]

44:12 the adaptive function, even if you are accelerating, if there's a car in front, it will slow down itself?

[@geraint8989]

With sounds and flashing lights eagerly distracting from literally every direction (+touchscreens) the real question is how good the airbags are.

[@ronaldello97]

And this is a Mercedes guy right? If a Mercedes guy says this, it must be true!

[@middleearthtroll6183]

I still have my 2007 bangle butt 760i, the best 7 series ever

[@enniol8043]

What will the Rolls be like if this is the BMW. I would love to see a 9 Series as well.

[@Bigguns761]

Love those ambiant lights it's fantastic !

[@fluidjazz]

Expressive = Dolby Surround @ the cinema

[@faradaycool4058]

Yes it looks controversial, but it's growing on me, and lots of people. To me, that's true innovation

[@chesterreefnorthern3565]

CAN WE KEEP IT? Masterful!! How you expertly ducked the question from your beautiful son! 😂😂😂

[@billiebleach7889]

I see the BMW Service Car rolling up in my nightmares

[@martinjackson565]

Wait till it all goes wrong and it will

[@SpaceBaz]

Why are all reviews of i7 only now? Its been on sale since new year in my country..

[@jouhajohnny]

The new 7 series looks awesome with ''excellence'' pack and i accents delete option

[@imkirbo3094]

I hope this is BMWs design language for all models going forward. It's amazing. Futuristic but bold and classically styled all at the same time. It goes against all other design trends currently.

[@MegaRetr]

An excellent review, and a tech-de-force car.

[@BlagoP]

"Which is the right way to do it" - I don't agree. By making a dedicated electric platform, the EQS is much more efficient vehicle than this 7 series platform which has compromises in order to fit both ICE and electric engines.

[@theunkownmr.562]

That car gives me Rolls Royce vibes.

[@johnguidetti5839]

BMW owns Rolls Royce

[@stephanlazarz1921]

Bollocks.

[@williaml1570]

technological marvel, class leading luxury and i'd own it in a heartbeat. That said, I cannot say this is an attractive design BUT at the end of the day I can't say I'd make my choice based primarily on looks. It's just the headlights; rolls royce has a similar design and what suck is that the perfect fit for the front is is already a rolls royce front end and even their weirder new models with slim headlights have the aesthetics sorted better. I wonder if some type of neo-retro design could have worked harking back to the more square designs would have been a cool way to distinguish things- more squared off but with keeping sharp lines (more aggressive). Cool car regardless of what I think of how it looks though.

[@ownagebox]

exterior is crap but the interior is perfect. Take notes MB! Mercedes did a really good job for BMW by putting on every car a horrendous price tag, while having plastic seats in it und paper thin plastic interior that cracks a soon as you touch it and not to mention the downsizing of motors and ridicolous tablet in the middle to take you even quicker to death.

[@ThatGuy-kv1kw]

rear wheel steering allows you to go 20% faster on turns

[@ZenonZolek]

One of the best review videos I've seen, thank you, subbed

[@Mike1122.]

I have to say after having 5 classes, I finally switched to BMW. The BMW gives me the best of luxury and power. I will drive BMW for my next 5 vehicles.

[@johnshaw359]

An excellent review, and a tech-de-force car. Any negative thoughts may be due to a lack of cash on my behalf.

[@internetcafe654]

that face uplift is gravitating more towards big brother Rolls Royce

[@steveny9972]

All nice except the Front... like WTF hahaha.

[@mrhmd8308]

This is an amazing looking car. The front/side view resemble a Rolls. I said that Mercedes dominated the 2010s but now BMW is dominating the roaring 2020s

[@publicsectordirect982]

Bmw has been dominating sales wise for over 20 years, globally, with the odd exception of a year or two where mercedes had the crown

[@ibentTube]

I for one, have gotten so bored of the current stale car designs and keeping safe bit, I commend BMW for being sort of daring in design. The kidney really isn’t that bad. I think it’s a instance of “group thinking” or whatever they call it.

[@BassicVIC]

Well. You have to give it to BMW on design consistency: All the straight-line boxyness and downright nonsensical ugliness is present both in the interior as it is in the exterior.

[@joedesi99]

This will be an epic family car when they put this interior into the next X7

[@arim850]

Why is S class still easily outselling this then? Even EQS outsells i7 and 7 series together

[@997turbo2]

I think the expressive sound coming from (Lost) tv series

[@caleidoo]

I don''t get why the iX gets all the hate for its design, but this new 7 series doesn't. It looks like a completely generic souless car, but with a ridiculously cocktail of design choices on the front to compensate the rest of the shape. At least the iX is consistent and offers a total distinctive design package from front to back. Even the EQS looks way more elegant and bold than this.

[@avisilvermann2838]

I would still opt for the 740D

[@Selimabcde]

I am a S fan (w223). I had to buy i7 just because of taxes in Turkey. i7 is ugly at outside, but i7 has very good driving pleasure. Overall result mercedes is the king. No sunrood at i7, ridiculus.

[@DoctorSkillz]

The new 7 Series has amazing road presence.

[@supremeetnel7707]

The seats are really comfortable. i wish my bed what that soft.

[@TheHamineh]

Thank you for your video. But with all due respect most of the commentary very subjective such as exterior design slaughtering the EQS. Words: "Comfortable", "Cushion", "Wide Seats" were repeated profusely. As far as that car being quiet, it is correct but the sound of air/wind is very noticeable due ti its anti aerodynamic shape. Yes, it is bouncy but also feel less robust and more loose in comparison to EQS. Comparing this car to Rolls Roys is where it close me entirely.

[@travisbruce5096]

The most depreciating car in its class, lets see if it really improved lol

[@mss531]

Dont get why they didnt do the taillights like the prev gen 7 series lci and the sound effect is from the ps1 start up😂

[@Think-For-Yourself-Man]

A colleague has one and I am happy for him, but to me the car shape is just plain ugly. Not interested at all - no matter how nice it may be on the inside.

[@BassicVIC]

No way. To me, Mercedes-Benz S-Class is way better than BMW 7 series.

[@leonwitter4894]

Kids would be constantly opening the back doors😅

[@iancampbell2295]

I despise every BMW , except, the 7 & 8 . The others don't seem to suit the design language but for some reason , these two just look right .

[@lugscogs5976]

Design has grown on me. It reminds me of an art deco car.

[@travisbruce5096]

Kids will let you know the truth. Beautiful car, im just a Merc man😅

[@Leo_Vasileio]

The front of this car is ugly beyond description. The trunk/boot is too high, but the interior is Miles ahead of the competition.

[@sammyhaidi6807]

I think it was THX THAT WAS THE SPEAKER COMPANY

[@valerian6519]

first time see one on the highway : it is a spaceship

[@Dieterdde]

After the monstrosity that is the Mercedes EQS, surprisingly BMW have outdone them with an even uglier looking front. The rest looks good.