With its familiar kidney-shaped grille the BMW X5 offers the latest advances in technology, design and safety, coupled with the highest level of autonomous capability yet seen on any BMW X model. A choice of TwinPower and M Performance petrol and diesel engines are matched to a new eight-speed Steptronic gearbox and the latest version of xDrive (all-wheel drive system) for maximum comfort, capability and performance.
The Design
The BMW X5 has both an imposing appearance and generous levels of space for passengers and their luggage. There are various model options that are regionally dependent worldwide, but in essence this car fits the bill wherever you are in the world.
Distinctive design features mark out the xLine and M Sport model variants of the latest X5. The M Sport specification, for example, sees the wheel arch trim, bumper trim, rear under-guard and side skirts painted in body colour, plus extra-large air intakes at the front end. aluminium matt kidney grille bars. This SAV (sports activity vehicle) comes as standard with 19” light-alloy wheels on the xLine model, 20” M star-spoke light-alloy wheels on the M Sport model and exclusive 22” V-spoke alloy wheels on the M Performance model. Further variants are available as options, again depending on global region.
The Power
There’s a choice of petrol and 3L diesel units available from the latest generation of efficient BMW engines. The BMW X5 M50d is powered by a six-cylinder in-line diesel engine with four turbochargers, as an example. All engines channel their power through an eight-speed Steptronic transmission, while BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive is on hand to ensure that power is translated into secure progress – on or off road. The BMW X5 xDrive40i completes the 0 to 62mph sprint in just 5.5 seconds while fuel consumption averages 33.2mpg and CO² emissions are 193g/km.
The AWD
The task of maximising traction, agility and directional stability in the new BMW X5 falls to the latest generation of the BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system, which is now able to split drive torque between the front and rear wheels with even greater precision and speed on demand.
The Interior
The fully-digital instrument cluster and the Control Display share the same graphics and design, with the centre console hosting the Controller, the newly designed transmission selector lever and all other driving-related controls. A similar control panel for the heating and air conditioning is also on hand and the light functions in the new X5 are likewise operated using buttons.
As expected from this prestige brand, the interior fit and finish is top-notch. Optional types of leather are offered in four different colour ways and electrically adjustable and heated sports seats are standard fit. M Sport models also include an M sports steering wheel, BMW individual headlining in Anthracite, M-specific pedals, driver’s footrest and piping on the seats, plus exclusive interior trim in Aluminium Tetragon. Other new features which may be available include optional four zone air conditioning system and a panoramic glass roof.
New
For those that like to conquer the road there’s the recently announced BMW X5 M Competition, which is the most powerful variant yet. This is the car in which to enjoy the unmistakable driving experience laid on by a high-revving V8 engine with two turbochargers and 625hp matched to M-specific suspension and MxDrive all-wheel drive.
Whichever model you choose, the BMW X5 is available through our website for export from Japan. Please get in touch for more details on this, or any, BMW vehicles.
