2010 BMW X5 news, pictures, and information

The original – now even greater supremacy: The new BMW X5

The body design of the new BMW X5 is characterised by well-balanced proportions that accentuate both the vehicle's powerful elegance and its agility. A long wheelbase, short front and rear body overhangs and large wheels provide a visual balance of the front and rear section of the vehicle, this serving as an indication of permanent four-wheel drive technology. The angles of all pillars have been designed to sweep upwards to merge at an imaginary vanishing point at the roofline, supporting the impression of a body that is powerfully supported by the front and rear wheels.

Furthermore, the sides of the vehicle are elegantly stretched through the dominance of horizontal lines. The surface of the bonnet flows seamlessly into the waistline. The prominent, gently inclined contour line at door handle level extends from the front wheel arches to the rear of the vehicle. Square-shaped, powerfully contoured wheel arches symbolise stability and presence.

This Sports Activity Vehicle boasts a dynamic, robust but elegant appearance, its design reflecting superior sporting performance on tarmac, supreme off-road potential and the premium character of a luxury class vehicle.

Newly conceived, intensely road-oriented front end.

With its distinctively contoured bonnet, large-sized BMW kidney grille and dual round headlights slightly cut off at the top, the new BMW X5 boasts a strikingly expressive front end that symbolises power and presence. The new interpretation of this look, which is characteristic of BMW X models, comprises in particular the structure of the front apron and the position of the fog lamps featured as standard. Due to an increased number of elements painted in matching body colour, the front end gives the impression of being nearer to the road surface. At the same time, the increased size of both the inner and the two outer air intakes indicates the boosted engine output. Hence, the newly conceived front end accentuates the BMW X5's further enhanced sporting performance.

The black plastic trim at the bottom edge of the body is now considerably narrower. A matt-finished silver underride protection extending across the entire width of the middle air intake, thereby emphasising the muscular features of this Sports Activity Vehicle, additionally accentuates the new BMW X5's robust character.

Together wîth the dual round headlights, fog lamps, which are now situated higher and closer to the BMW kidney grille, form a triangular design typical of BMW X models. The visual unity of light sources resulting from this configuration serves to symbolise a particularly intensive focus on the road. The new BMW X5's headlight units strongly emphasise the exceptionally high quality. The technology-oriented structure of the cylinder-shaped light sources featured by the optional Xenon headlights is highlighted by a black matt-finished trim. Furthermore, LED corona rings serve as position lights and daytime driving lights. BMW's characteristic daytime driving light design is distinctively enhanced by the bright white beam emitted by this light source.

Rear end wîth a powerful, sporting charisma.

Here too, an increased number of surfaces painted in matching body colour give the rear end of the new BMW X5 a particularly elegant and at the same time sporting appearance. The newly conceived rear apron takes up the graphic structure of the front end. The intricately designed surrounds of the tailpipes, which are located far to the side, are painted in body colour, underlining the vehicle's premium character. In the centre, a matt-finished silver underride protection emphasises the robustness and off-road suitability of the Sports Activity Vehicle.

Above the bumper, the rear of the BMW X5 is divided by parallel horizontal lines. The result is an accentuation of the width, highlighting the vehicle's muscular features. The L-shaped, redesigned taillights, each wîth two homogeneously illuminated LED light banks, reflect the brand-typical night-time design of the rear end. Additionally, the vehicle width is emphasised by the narrowly designed white light-bands of the reversing lights.

A new choice of body colours provides further visual enhancements. The metallic colours Deep Sea Blue, Platinum Grey and Sparkling Bronze are now available for the BMW X5.

Interior: Luxurious ambience, high seating position, new generation of iDrive control system as standard.

The interior of the BMW X5 is characterised by a generous amount of space and a modern, sophisticated design. Thanks to exceptional variability in a luxurious ambience, the highest demands wîth regard to functionality are fulfilled in a particularly exclusive fashion. The horizontal structure of the dashboard and a harmonious match wîth the door trim underline the generous amount of passenger compartment space. Comfortable seats, high-grade materials and carefully matched colour combinations accentuate the premium character of this modern Sports Activity Vehicle. The optional leather trim Nevada is now also available in the colours Cinnamon Brown and Oyster. The choice of interior options has been complemented by a matt Satin Silver trim strip.

Moreover, the high seating position in conjunction wîth the centre console, which is inclined towards the driver, contributes towards the characteristic driving experience and permits an optimum view of each traffic situation, thereby conveying the impression of absolute control over the vehicle. Ergonomically ideally positioned control elements and spacious storage compartments additionally enhance the state-of-the-art functionality of the BMW X5.

The new BMW X5 is equipped as standard wîth the latest generation of the iDrive control system, whose 6.5-inch control display (or 8.8-inch display when ordered in conjunction wîth the navigation system Professional) is harmoniously integrated into the dashboard and ideally positioned for the driver. The onboard computer and the audio system as well as the navigation and communication functions are activated by tilting, turning and pressing the controller, which is located in the middle of the centre console. Direct selection buttons on the controller enable fast changing between CD, radio, telephone and navigation functions. The choice of direct selection buttons is supplemented by the three command buttons 'MENÚ', 'BACK' and 'OPTION'. In addition, the eight 'favourite' buttons located on the centre console can be used to store and select radio stations, telephone numbers and navigation destinations or other menu items accessible via iDrive.

Besides a hard disk storage unit for digital maps and the personal music collection, the navigation system Professional also comprises multi-mode control of functions by voice entry and by the controller. The driver can choose between both forms of entry even while handling a specific task or operation, wîth voice entry as well as the controller remaining active at the same time for simultaneous use. Voice entry also facilitates direct access to stored music and the verbal entry of entire addresses.

High degree of variability in the interior, optional third-row seats.

	Vital Stats
Engine : 3.0 L., 6-cylinder Power: 245 hp Torque: 398 ft-lbs Engine : 3.0 L., 6-cylinder Power: 306 hp Torque: 295 ft-lbs Engine : 3.0 L., 6-cylinder Power: 306 hp Torque: 295 ft-lbs Engine : 4.4 L., 8-cylinder Power: 407 hp Torque: 442 ft-lbs
6-speed Automatic

The BMW X5 offers driving pleasure on the most diverse terrain. The manifold possibilities of use also include a high degree of variability in the interior. The three seats in the back offer a generous amount of legroom and headway and guarantee an outstanding level of comfort even during long journeys. The luggage compartment offers a storage capacity of 620 litres. If more space is needed, the 40:60 split rear seats can be either partially or completely folded down. This function provides a totally flat loading area and a maximum storage capacity of 1,750 litres. The wide, horizontally split tailgate, the elements of which open in opposite directions, facilitates convenient loading. The lower section can be used as a platform and carries a load of 250 kilograms.

Third-row seats are optionally available for the BMW X5. These two seats are provided wîth headrests and three-point automatic seat belts. The seats can be individually stowed into the vehicle floor. Even when seven seats are in use, the new BMW X5 still has a luggage compartment volume of 200 litres.

New range of engines: All petrol and diesel versions wîth turbocharger and direct injection.

A completely revised engine range ensures that the BMW X5 will continue to strengthen its leading role as the most dynamic vehicle in its §egmènt. The choice of petrol engines now comprises a V8 and a straight six-cylinder power unit, both of which feature BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and direct fuel injection. In addition, two variants of the new generation of the BMW straight six-cylinder diesel engine are available. Both all-aluminium power units are turbocharged and utilise the latest Common Rail direct injection technology.

All power units available for the BMW X5 set the benchmark in sporting power development and efficiency in their respective engine class. They comply wîth the EÚ5 emission standard in Europe and wîth ÚLEV II in the ÚSA respectively. Drive power of each engine is transferred via the standard eight-speed automatic transmission, whose outstanding efficiency also contributes towards a reduction of fuel consumption and emission levels.

All this is supplemented by BMW EfficientDynamics measures, the combination of which is adapted to suit each model. This technology, which also comes as standard, includes brake energy regeneration and demand-controlled ancillary components including the electric coolant pump, the electric power-§teering pump, the map-controlled oil pump and the disengageable air conditioning compressor. Furthermore, the measures comprise intelligent lightweight construction, low-rolling resistance tyres and optimised aerodynamics including active air vent control. As a result of the comprehensive drive technology innovations and the consistent implementation of BMW EfficientDynamics, all versions of the new BMW X5 offer a ratio between vehicle performance and fuel consumption that is unrivalled in their respective competitive §egmènts.

Petrol engines: Significantly increased output thanks to BMW TwinPower Turbo.

Due to its V8 engine featuring BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and High Precision Injection, output of the new BMW X5 xDrive50i has increased by 39 kW compared wîth the predecessor model. The unique 4.4 litre engine, the turbochargers of which are located inside the V-section between the cylinder banks, develops an output of 300 kW/407 bhp within an engine speed range of 5,500 to 6,400 rpm. Maximum torque is at 600 Nm between 1,750 and 4,500 rpm. The extremely spontaneous and fascinatingly high-revving V8 engine offers outstanding sporting performance and is at the same time the most efficient engine of its kind worldwide. The BMW X5 xDrive50i accelerates from a standstill to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds, reaching its top speed at 250 km/h. Average fuel consumption according to the EÚ test cycle is 12.5 litres/100 km. The CO2 emission level is 292 grams/km.

Likewise, the second petrol engine variant of the new BMW X5 is characterised by significantly improved performance and impressive efficiency. The BMW X5 xDrive35i features the first straight six-cylinder to combine BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, direct petrol injection (High Precision Injection) and VALVETRONIC variable valve control.

Its supercharging system where – adhering to the Twinscroll principle – the ducts of three cylinders at a time are separated from one another both in the exhaust manifold and the turbocharger, and the further developed VALVETRONIC system lend the 3-litre power unit its fascinatingly spontaneous response behaviour. With 225 kW/306 bhp at 5,800 rpm the engine surpasses its predecessor's maximum output by 25 kW. Maximum torque of 400 Nm is available between 1,200 und 5,000 rpm. The new BMW X5 xDrive35i sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds, top speed being 235 km/h. The significantly increased output is combined wîth an average fuel consumption reduced to 10.1 litres/100 km in the EÚ test cycle and a CO2 emission level of 236 grams/km.

New generation of diesel engines in two output categories.