A camouflaged prototype — reportedly Alpina builders‘ next flagship sedan — has been photographed testing near BMW’s M Test Center, and what’s visible under the disguise tells you almost everything about what Alpina is after. No press release, no announcement. Just camouflage tape and a very purposeful-looking car on a German road.
What the Spy Shots Actually Reveal
The prototype shows revised bodywork, quad exhausts, and multi-spoke wheels — though final production details remain hidden beneath the camouflage.
Images credited to SH Proshots show a car wearing:
- A revised front bumper
- A different kidney grille
- Alpina-style side skirts
- A redesigned rear bumper
- Quad exhaust outlets
The wheels carry Alpina’s characteristic multi-spoke design, though prototype components don’t always survive to production. The camouflage prevents any confirmation of the finished exterior. What it doesn’t hide is intent.
The donor platform is BMW’s updated G70-generation 7 Series, which brings substantial cabin technology into the equation.
BMW’s facelift introduces Panoramic iDrive — a full-width information projection running along the lower windshield — alongside a 17.9-inch central display and a dedicated 14.6-inch passenger screen. That confirmed digital architecture is reportedly the foundation Alpina is building on.
Where It Fits – and When It Might Arrive
Reportedly designated G72 internally and possibly named B7, the car is expected around 2027 — positioned as a comfort-focused alternative to BMW’s M760, though neither the name nor the timing is officially confirmed.
The powertrain remains unconfirmed. Reports point toward a V8-based architecture with a more powerful tune, but output figures, torque numbers, and drivetrain specifics are speculation at this point. What’s consistent with Alpina’s established philosophy is the expected approach: revised suspension calibration, comfort-biased chassis tuning, and upgraded brakes to manage whatever the engine produces. Think less Nürburgring lap record, more crossing three countries without once questioning the decision.
BMWBlog, citing internal sources rather than any official announcement, reports a possible 2027 arrival. The B7 nameplate and G72 internal designation are also drawn from that reporting — neither BMW nor Alpina has confirmed them. A separate BMWBlog report notes that whether the B7 name actually returns remains unclear. U.S. availability and pricing are unconfirmed. Alpina-specific interior trim, bespoke upholstery, and signature exterior colors are expected, but nothing has been officially detailed for this prototype. If you’re planning ahead, a broader look at cars worth waiting for may help frame the alternatives.
The M760 exists for people who want BMW’s performance answer. Alpina, historically, exists for people who found the question slightly too obvious.
Alpina has never been loud about what it’s doing. That’s rather the point.
