BMW i7 M70 xDrive EV charger: which one fits best?
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive is one of the few electric cars that charges at 22 kW AC as standard. Most EVs cap at 11 kW, so this 7 Series draws twice as much from a three phase supply. Three phase means three live wires instead of one. A 22 kW charger therefore saves you real time here. The rest of the BMW range mostly charges at 11 kW, so compare before you order.
For the BMW i7 M70 xDrive we recommend a charger from our 22 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the BMW i7 M70 xDrive
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 101.7 kWh usable (105.7 kWh total) |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 22 kW as standard (three-phase) |
| Range (WLTP) | approx. 530 km |
| Charging time at 22 kW | approx. 5.5 hours from 0 to 100% (including charging losses) |
| Charging connector | Type 2 |
| DC fast charging | up to 195 kW (CCS) |
Which EV charger fits the BMW i7 M70 xDrive?
With 22 kW AC as standard, the i7 M70 makes full use of a fast charger. An 11 kW charger takes roughly twice as long. One condition applies: your home needs three phase power at 3x32A, so 32 amps on each of the three phases. Ask your electrician to confirm that before you order.
The i7 M70 charges through a Type 2 connector, the standard socket on every charger we sell. So the connection itself is never the limiting factor, only the power your home can deliver.
Then look at the charger itself. A MID meter is a certified kWh meter. It records what you charge at home separately from the rest of your household use. So you know exactly what charging costs. At 22 kW you have plenty of choice, because most of our chargers with a MID meter sit at this power.
Two more features suit a battery this large. Dynamic load balancing measures what your home is using. It then gives the car only the power that is left. At 22 kW that matters more than at 11 kW. An EV charger with an app lets you move a session to cheaper hours. If 22 kW is more than your meter cabinet allows, our home charger range starts at lower powers.
Wallbox Discounter arranges installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany. We ship worldwide, but installation stays limited to those three countries. Anywhere else, we always recommend having a qualified electrician connect the charger. That is safer and it matters for your insurance.
How long does the BMW i7 M70 xDrive take to charge?
The usable battery holds 101.7 kWh. On a 22 kW charger BMW quotes about 5.5 hours from 0 to 100%, and that figure already includes charging losses. On an 11 kW charger it takes roughly twice as long. With a pack this size, 22 kW AC as standard makes a real practical difference. One night on the charger gives you a completely full car.
Other versions of the BMW i7
Wallbox Discounter also has charging information for the other versions of the BMW i7:
- BMW i7 eDrive50, charges at 11 kW as standard
- BMW i7 xDrive60
Frequently asked questions
Is a 22 kW EV charger really worth it for the BMW i7 M70?
Yes. Unlike most EVs, the i7 M70 charges at 22 kW AC as standard. A 22 kW charger therefore halves your charging time against an 11 kW one. The condition is a three phase supply at home. With 3x16A instead of 3x32A the car charges at 11 kW, which still fills the battery overnight.
Do I need an EV charger with a MID meter?
It is not required, but it is worth it. A certified meter shows precisely what your home charging costs, separately from the rest of your electricity. That clarity is useful for anyone, not just business drivers. A MID meter is built into the charger and cannot be added later, so it is a decision you make now.