Munich finally set to offer a competitor for the Mercedes S-Class Coupe

Introduced less than a year ago, the latest-generation BMW 7 Series could spawn at least one new version by the end of the decade. According to a new report, BMW plans to launch a two-door coupe that would compete against the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe. The sporty 7 Series is rumored to arrive in dealerships as soon as 2019.

The luxury coupe is the first of several new versions the German automaker is considering for the 7 Series lineup, a person familiar with BMW’s plan, who asked not to be named, told Bloomberg.

This isn’t the first time that Bimmer has been said to have been considering a 7 Series coupe. Such a model was thought to be in the works back in 2013, when BMW unveiled the Pininfarina Gran Lusso V12 concept, but it wasn’t yet clear whether the Germans are planning to expand the 7 Series family or revive the 8 Series. Now, with the latest S-Class having spawned numerous body styles and models, BMW is apparently looking to do the same with its range-topping nameplate. The fact that the 7 Series has fallen behind its rivals sales-wise in recent years also made a big impact on the company’s decision to look beyond the familiar four-door sedan.

Word has it that Munich isn’t planning to stop the expansion after the coupe. A convertible is also likely to follow, while a competitor for the

badged Merc is also on the drawing table if we are to believe previous reports. What’s more, BMW might actually consider the much-anticipated M7, a full-fledged M car that would provide competition for the Mercedes-AMG S63. There’s no information as to when all of these models will hit the streets, but it won’t happen sooner than 2020.

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