India-bound 2016 BMW 7 Series, 2016 BMW X1 - 2015 Tokyo Live

30/10/2015 - 14:25 | ,  ,  ,   | Aravind Jayachandran

Both made their public debut at the 2015 IAA in Frankfurt.

The 2016 BMW 7 Series and 2016 BMW X1 have made their Japanese debuts at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, following their world premieres at the 2015 IAA in Frankfurt.

2016 BMW 7 Series front three quarter at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show

The exterior of the latest 7 Series (G11/G12) is an evolutionary step ahead with modern elements and premium touches, but features familiar design proportions. It is one of few vehicles to offer optional Laser headlights, auto-parking assist, and a key fob with display.

2016 BMW 7 Series interior at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show

It is based on the company’s next generation CLAR platform, and features carbon fiber construction. Inside, the 2016 BMW 7 Series has a familiar design, and comes standard with a freestanding touchscreen display powered by BMW’s iDrive 5.0. It supports air and touch gestures for the first time, and has the largest Head Up Display in any production car.

2016 BMW X1 front three quarter (1) at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show
The 2016 BMW X1 rides on the FWD UKL platform. It features an evolutionary design that looks closer to an SUV than the outgoing model, longer equipment list, and an updated engine lineup.

2016 BMW X1 interior at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show

Both models will launch in India in 2016, and have already been spotted testing in the country. They are expected to be assembled at the company's plant in Chennai, India.

2016 BMW 7 Series at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show - Image Gallery

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