2008 BMW X3 AND X5 EARN IIHS' 2008 TOP SAFETY PICK AWARD

Vehicles Bestowed Highest Rating of "Good" for Frontal Offset,
Side Impact and Rear Crash Protection Performance Woodcliff Lake, NJ -
November 15, 2007... BMW of North America today announced that the
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded the 2008 BMW
X3 and X5 the top rating of "Good" in each of its series of
crash tests, earning both vehicles the Institute's coveted TOP SAFETY
PICK Award. Receiving the TOP SAFETY PICK for the 2008 BMW X3 and X5
vehicles is one of many achievements that BMW has earned from the IIHS
over the years. In fact-as a result of IIHS' crash tests in 2000-the
2001 BMW X5 earned a TOP SAFETY PICK, as well as the unique distinction
of not only being the best SUV, but also being the best vehicle ever
tested by IIHS to that point. The Institute rates vehicles
"Good," "Acceptable," "Marginal" or
"Poor" based on performance in high-speed Frontal Offset and
Side Impact crash tests as well as an evaluation of the vehicle's Rear
Crash Protection/Head Restraints, which protect against neck injuries
in rear impact crashes. In order for a vehicle to become a TOP SAFETY
PICK, it must earn "Good" ratings in all three Institute
tests. Additionally, as of 2007, winning vehicles must also offer
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) - a feature that both the 2008 BMW
X3 and X5 offer with enhancements over previous models. The necessity
for this feature is based on Institute research indicating that ESC
significantly reduces crash risk, especially the risk of fatal single
vehicle crashes, by helping drivers maintain control of their vehicles
during emergency maneuvers. "We are proud to receive the Insurance
Institute for Highway Safety's TOP SAFETY PICK for both the 2008 BMW X3
and X5," said Tom Purves, Chairman and CEO, BMW (US) Holding Corp.
"Achieving these top ratings is evidence of the excellent safety
and crash protection provided by the X3 and X5 SAVs and is a true
testament to BMW's dedication to providing a safe and superior driving
experience." Receiving the TOP SAFETY PICK for the 2008 BMW X3 and
X5 vehicles is one of many achievements that BMW has earned from the
IIHS over the years. In fact-as a result of IIHS' crash tests in
2000-the 2001 BMW X5 earned a TOP SAFETY PICK, as well as the unique
distinction of not only being the best SUV, but also being the best
vehicle ever tested by IIHS to that point.