BMW is phasing out the Alpina XB7 SUV with a limited-run Manufaktur edition. The final 120 units, priced at $181,550 each, will be exclusively sold to buyers in the U.S. and Canada. Production is set to begin in September 2026.
Final Run of a Unique Collaboration
For years, Alpina has operated as an independent luxury tuner of BMW vehicles, enhancing performance and exclusivity. BMW’s recent decision to fully integrate Alpina as a sub-brand marks the end of this era. The XB7 is the last model to be co-branded under the original tuning agreement before Alpina transitions to a BMW-owned performance division.
Exclusive Details for a Collector’s SUV
The Manufaktur edition stands out with two “Frozen” exterior paint options: Alpina Green or Alpina Blue. The SUV receives blacked-out trim, including the wheels, and a distinctive black pinstripe along the body. Unique badging on the liftgate and laser-etched Manufaktur logos on the B-pillars further set these models apart.
Luxury Interior with Bespoke Touches
Inside, the XB7 features Tartufo Merino leather upholstery in Walnut Nature Black. Headrests are embroidered with Alpina branding, and a numbered “1 of 120” plaque is placed on the center console. Standard equipment includes second-row captain’s chairs and a Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround-sound system. Even the trunk gets an upgrade: matching Alpina-branded leather weekender bags.
Performance Remains Untouched
The Manufaktur edition retains the standard XB7’s 631-hp twin-turbo V-8 engine, which BMW estimates will accelerate the SUV to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds. The air suspension lowers the vehicle by 1.6 inches for improved handling, while rear-axle steering enhances stability and maneuverability.
What This Means
The end of the Alpina XB7 as it exists today signals a shift in BMW’s approach to high-performance luxury. Future Alpina models will be fully integrated into BMW’s production and design processes. The Manufaktur edition serves as a farewell to a unique era of tuning collaboration, offering a last chance for enthusiasts to own a piece of automotive history before the brand fully merges into BMW’s portfolio.
The limited availability and exclusive features make these XB7s highly collectible, marking the close of an independent tuning legacy.
