The fourth generation of the BMW X5 (fuel consumption combined: 11.6 – 6.0 l/100 km [24.4 – 47.1 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 264 – 158 g/km; provisional values*) impresses with its wealth of innovations and represents the most compelling embodiment yet of the familiar Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) blueprint: the ability to venture off road combined with a talent for dynamic driving pleasure on it.
Fourth generation of the BMW X family patriarch. New BMW X5 opens
the next chapter in the success story of the Sports Activity Vehicle
(SAV) segment’s founder, of which more than 2.2 million units have
been sold so far. New edition of the BMW X5 captures the imagination
with clarity of design, comfortable, sporty and authoritative
driving attributes and innovative equipment features. Production at
BMW Plant Spartanburg (USA). Market launch in November 2018.
Significantly larger than its predecessor: Length increased by 36
millimetres to 4,922 mm, width by 66 mm to 2,004 mm and height by 19
mm to 1,745 mm. Wheelbase extended by 42 mm to 2,975 millimetres.
Exterior employs a robust and clear design language that is new to
BMW X models. Powerfully sculpted surfaces, precise lines. Large
BMW kidney grille with a one-piece surround, eye-catching character
line and dynamic roofline, rear lights have a three-dimensional form.
Interior exudes a classy and modern aura thanks to sophisticated
materials, harmonious design and an innovative control concept.
Neatly judged individualisation with BMW xLine and M Sport lines,
plus model-specific features from BMW Individual.
BMW Laserlight with Adaptive LED Headlights available as an
option. Light sources have a striking design; lenses spread in a
distinctive X shape; signature blue colour of BMW Laserlight.
First BMW model to be available with 22-inch light-alloy wheels
(optional). M light-alloy wheels in twin-spoke design and BMW
Individual light-alloy wheels available from launch in this size.
Market launch of the new BMW X5 with four engine variants: Newly
developed V8 petrol engine with 340 kW/462 hp in the
BMW X5 xDrive50i (not available in Europe), six-cylinder in-line
petrol engine with 250 kW/340 hp in the BMW X5 xDrive40i (fuel
consumption combined: 8.8 – 8.5 l/100 km [32.1 – 33.2 mpg imp];
CO 2 emissions combined: 200 – 193 g/km)* and two
six-cylinder in-line diesel engines with 294 kW/400 hp in the
BMW X5 M50d (fuel consumption combined: 7.2 – 6.8 l/100 km [39.2 –
41.5 mpg imp]; CO 2 emissions combined: 190 – 179 g/km)*
and 195 kW/265 kW in the BMW X5 xDrive30d (fuel consumption
combined: 6.8 – 6.0 l/100 km [41.5 – 47.1 mpg imp];
CO 2 emissions combined: 179 – 158 g/km)*. All power
units feature cutting-edge exhaust gas treatment technology,
including a gasoline particulate filter or SCR catalyst, and meet
the EU6d-TEMP standard. Eight-speed Steptronic transmission fitted
as standard.
BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive with new, more efficient
control system and rear-wheel bias as standard. Differential lock at
rear axle provides noticeably enhanced agility, traction and
directional stability when accelerating out of corners and in other
dynamic driving situations.
First BMW X model with optional Off-Road package. Two-axle air
suspension, underguard at the front and rear, plus specific displays
in the instrument cluster and Control Display. Choice of four
driving modes available at the touch of a button. Ride height and
the responses of BMW xDrive, DSC, the transmission and the
accelerator are adjusted to give an optimum set-up for driving on
sand, rock, gravel or snow.
Dynamic Damper Control with electronically controlled dampers as
standard. New chassis systems available for the first time in
a BMW X model: two-axle air suspension offering ride height
adjustment of up to 80 millimetres. Integral Active Steering,
Adaptive M suspension Professional with active roll stabilisation.
Debut appearance of the BMW Live Cockpit Professional display and
control concept (fitted as standard). Further development of the
iDrive operating system to include a fully digital instrument
cluster and 12.3-inch Control Display. Clear graphics and flat menu
structure designed for touch control ensure quick access to settings
and functions. Situation-linked and customisable displays supply the
driver with the right information at the right time.
Increased ease of use through multimodal use of the touchscreen
display, Controller, voice control and BMW gesture control.
New generation of the BMW Head-Up Display with a larger projection
surface (now 7 × 3.5 inch), optimised 3D graphics and additional
display content.
Optional third row of seats (expected to be available from
12/2018) offers two additional seats; comfortable entry and exit
thanks to electrically forward-tilting second-row seats.
Two-piece split tailgate, hands-free opening and closing of both
sections with optional Comfort Access. Automatic boot cover can be
lowered electrically into load compartment floor (expected to be
available from 12/2018). Boot capacity can be increased from 645
litres to a maximum 1,860 litres.
Standard leather trim in new variant Vernasca and optional
BMW Individual Merino leather trim both available in a choice of
four colours.
New options provide the interior with exceptional creature
comforts: Multifunction seats with massage function, four-zone
automatic climate control, heated armrests, cooled/heated cupholders
in the centre console, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge with a 23 per
cent larger glass surface, Ambient Air package for interior
fragrancing, Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System
(expected to be available from 12/2018), Rear-seat entertainment
Professional system with 10.2-inch touchscreen display (expected to
be available from 12/2018).
First appearance of new glass applications (optional) for the
newly designed transmission selector lever, the Controller, the
start/stop button in the centre console and the audio system control knob.
Telephony with wireless charging for compatible mobile phones.
BMW Display Key shows vehicle status information and allows user to
control vehicle functions.
Updated ambient lighting (optional) with Welcome Light Carpet for
the entry area to the car and Dynamic Interior Light with pulsating
illumination in the instrument panel (when receiving incoming phone
calls) and in the door panel and opener (when the door is opened
with the engine running).
Innovative suite of driver assistance systems takes another step
towards automated driving: Driving Assistant Professional includes
further developed Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function,
Steering and lane control assistant, Lane Change Warning and Lane
Departure Warning, side collision protection, evasion aid, Crossing
traffic warning, Priority warning and Wrong-way warning.
Emergency Stop Assistant available for the first time; brakes the
vehicle automatically if required, and steers it to the side of the road.
Parking Assistant with automated longitudinal and lateral
guidance. New Reversing Assistant takes over steering to manoeuvre
the vehicle along a path recently negotiated forward – over a
distance of up to 50 metres. Parking Assistant Plus also includes
Surround View, Top View, Panorama View and Remote 3D View.
Complete range of services from BMW ConnectedDrive. Full
connectivity between the vehicle and the customer’s digital devices
via the BMW Connected personal mobility assistant. BMW Digital Key
allows users to access the vehicle and start the engine using their
smartphone. Hazard warning provided by connectivity with other BMW
vehicles. Software upgrades “over the air”. Integration of Microsoft
Office 365 and Skype for Business.
