BMW 7 Series facelift, next-gen X5 images leak online

A new set of leaked images have revealed what the upcoming BMW 7 Series facelift and the next-gen X5 look like. Per the source of these images, they were snapped at a closed presentation held by BMW.

1. 7 Series facelift features updated split headlights, larger kidney grilles, and more
2. New X5 adopts BMW's Neue Klasse design language, looks similar to iX3

2026 BMW 7 Series facelift

Imposing front end now has a neater design.

Of the two leaked BMWs, the 7 Series facelift is first in line for an official debut, possibly in the coming weeks. The spy image shows the front of the updated 7 Series, most prominently a redone split-headlight setup with slimmer DRLs up top and vertically oriented projector units below.

Larger, more squarish kidney grilles with horizontal slats and an illuminated border, and a new design for the alloy wheels can also be observed. Lastly, the gloss black trim, the complex, layered design of the existing 7 Series’ bumper and the trapezoidal air dam have been done away with in favour of a cleaner look.

Next-gen BMW X5

First ICE-powered BMW with Neue Klasse styling.

Following in the footsteps of the iX3 and i3, the next-gen X5 luxury SUV will sport BMW’s latest Neue Klasse design language; notably, it will be the first ICE-powered model to do so. Expect the new X5 to be unveiled in the coming months.

Shown in M60e plug-in hybrid spec, the next-gen X5’s fascia is very reminiscent of the iX3’s, replete with slim LED-lined kidney grilles flanked by sleek black panels that house the headlights. The bumper features a huge air dam lined with gloss black trim, along with vertically oriented intakes on either side. Overall, the front end is much more slab-sided and upright than the current X5.

The iX3 similarities can be seen in profile too; particularly, the squarish indents above the wheel arches, smooth panelling and retractable door handles. At the back, the new X5's LED tail-lamps stretch across the width of the rear, but aren’t connected. The bumper has a sporty design with quad exhaust tips – likely part of the M styling package. There’s a dual-ridge roof spoiler up top too.

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