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BMW ALPINA XB7 Ultra-rare
As of 2026 Q2, 22 BMW ALPINA XB7s remain registered in the UK — one of the rarest cars in Britain on today's roads. Numbers are at their highest recorded level since the model first appeared in our data in 2021 Q1. Unusually, the numbers are actually rising — up 1 (4.8%) over the past year, as imports and barn-finds rejoin the register faster than cars leave it. In all, the BMW ALPINA XB7 is rarer than 74% of the 2,315 UK car models we track, putting it firmly in 2026's endangered class.
Survivors over time
How rare is it?
Genuinely rare — only 22 left on UK roads.
Rarer than 74% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
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About the ALPINA XB7
The BMW X7 is a full-size luxury crossover sport utility vehicle manufactured by BMW. It is BMW's largest and second most expensive SUV in its line-up, and is considered a flagship SUV for the brand, and borrows design cues from the 6th and 7th generations of the BMW 7 Series.The X7 was first announced by BMW in March 2014. It was officially unveiled on October 17, 2018, with pre-orders being taken online. The X7 has been available at dealers since March 2019.
BMW ALPINA XB7 — questions & answers
How many BMW ALPINA XB7 are left in the UK?
As of 2026 Q2, 22 BMW ALPINA XB7 were still registered in the UK — 21 licensed and on the road, plus 1 declared SORN (off-road). The figures come from official DVLA vehicle licensing data.
Is the BMW ALPINA XB7 rare?
The BMW ALPINA XB7 is genuinely rare, with only 22 left, making it rarer than 74% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
Is the BMW ALPINA XB7 increasing or decreasing?
Over the last year the number of BMW ALPINA XB7 on UK roads rose by 1 (4.8%).
What fuel do most BMW ALPINA XB7 use?
Most BMW ALPINA XB7 run on petrol — about 100% of those still registered.
When did the BMW ALPINA XB7 peak?
The BMW ALPINA XB7 peaked at 22 registered in 2026 Q2, and was first recorded in the data in 2021 Q1.