Munich. The new BMW X5 for the Chinese market is
setting out to build on its success story to date with the help of
fresh design flourishes and an extensive technological update. Having
already enjoyed considerable popularity in China since their initial
launch, the two variants of the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) for the
executive segment now have even greater appeal, thanks mainly to their
increased sense of visual presence, the upgraded BMW iDrive with
QuickSelect and their efficient, electrified engines. The new BMW X5
for China therefore has the ideal tools to further consolidate its
position as the market leader in its segment. The new
BMW X5 xDrive30Li (fuel consumption combined: 8.7 l/100 km [32.5 mpg
imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 208 g/km in the WLTP cycle)
and new BMW X5 xDrive40Li (fuel consumption combined: 8.9 l/100 km
[31.7 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 213 g/km in the
WLTP cycle) are making their public debut at the Chengdu Motor Show on
25 August 2023.
The overall concept of the BMW X5 xDrive30Li and BMW X5 xDrive40Li
models caters specifically to the requirements of target groups in
China. The extra 130 millimetres of wheelbase compared with the
version of the BMW X5 available in other markets around the world
means that passengers in the rear enjoy extremely generous legroom.
The rear doors have likewise been widened, making it easier to get in
and out. There are also specially designed seats and exclusive
equipment features that serve to enhance long-distance comfort. The
new editions of the BMW X5 models for China will be built at the
Dadong plant of the BMW Brilliance Automotive Ltd. joint venture in
Shenyang, and their launch is due to get underway in September 2023.
Visually powerful exterior design for greater presence.
The fresh interpretation of the headlights and kidney grille – both
signature BMW design elements – gives the front end greater presence
while emphasising the aura of supreme assurance around the new
BMW X5 xDrive30Li and BMW X5 xDrive40Li. The outline of the new
headlight units is 35 millimetres narrower than before. Their daytime
driving light elements pointing outwards in the shape of an arrow also
perform the role of turn signal indicators. Matrix LED headlights with
adaptive control and BMW Selective Beam non-dazzling high beam come as
standard on the new BMW X5 xDrive40Li and are available as an option
for the new BMW X5 xDrive30Li. The rear light units have also been
restyled and now feature sculptural fibre-optic light guide elements
for the rear and brake lights with a particularly eye-catching
arrangement that creates a uniformly illuminated X motif.
The BMW kidney grille Iconic Glow is fitted as standard on both model
variants of the new BMW X5 for China. Its cascade lighting adds an
unmistakable visual touch, especially in the dark, and is now combined
with a chrome surface finish. The air curtains for the front apron and
the air breathers on the front side panels have also been redesigned
as part of the exterior styling modifications. The choice of body
colours now includes a Frozen paint finish for the first time. The BMW
Individual Frozen Pure Grey metallic option with its matt shimmer
allows the clearly designed surfaces of the SAV to stand out to
notably striking effect.
The new edition of the BMW X5 for China is available in two equipment
lines. Both model variants come equipped as standard with an M Sport
package, whose numerous design elements in Black high-gloss bring the
SAV’s sense of sporting refinement to the fore. The optional M Sport
package Luxury further embellishes the vehicle’s imposing looks by
adding exclusive inlays in Pearl-effect Chrome for the front and rear
aprons, the side skirts, the air breathers, the side window borders
and the roof rails.
Progressive premium interior ambience including digital cockpit.
Inside, the surfaces of the instrument panel, door panels and
model-specific comfort seats are trimmed in very fine-grained
Sensafin, underlining the premium character of the new BMW X5 for
China. The Travel & Comfort System that comes as standard includes
USB-C ports on the front seat backs.
The new BMW X5 xDrive30Li and BMW X5 xDrive40Li both feature the
latest-generation BMW iDrive display and control/operation system with
QuickSelect. It is based on BMW Operating System 8.5 and offers brand
new graphics including a home screen with an exceptionally clear
layout. The improved menu structure that takes its cue from consumer
electronics devices helps to deliver a focused, commanding driving
experience by always showing the right information in the right place.
The QuickSelect rapid-access tech makes selecting and operating
vehicle functions and digital services remarkably simple and
intuitive. This, together with the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant,
means that the upgraded BMW iDrive has been carefully geared to
operation using touch and voice control. The BMW Curved Display also
provides the perfect stage for the new BMW iDrive in the Chinese
version of the new BMW X5. It is composed of a 12.3-inch information
display behind the steering wheel and a 14.9-inch control display that
merge into a single high-resolution, fully digital unit. Adding to the
appeal of the BMW Curved Display are its frameless design and glass
surface angled slightly towards the driver.
Electroplated detailing on the steering wheel and the insides of the
doors, a smartphone tray with inductive charging that has been
designed exclusively for the Chinese market, metal grilles for the
Harman Kardon Surround Sound System’s speakers, Crafted Clarity glass
applications for selected controls, the new-look selector lever and
the ambient light bar with its effective backlighting put the
finishing touches to the progressive premium ambience inside the
cabin. The panoramic glass sunroof fitted as standard, meanwhile, can
be ordered in the Sky Lounge version as an option.
Choice of profiles for targeted customisation, innovative
automated driving and parking systems.
Besides the two design and equipment lines M Sport package and
M Sport package Luxury, there is also a choice of two profiles for the
new BMW X5 xDrive30Li and BMW X5 xDrive40Li that add further
top-quality comfort features and chassis and assistance systems to the
already extensive standard specification. The profiles have been
compiled specifically for each model variant, with highlights
including adaptive two-axle air suspension, M Sport brakes,
21-inch light-alloy wheels, active seat ventilation and a Heat
Comfort package.
A range of individual options are additionally
available, such as an Anthracite-coloured M headliner, M seat belts,
extended M High-gloss Shadowline trim,
22-inch M light-alloy
wheels in double-spoke design and BMW Individual light-alloy wheels in
V-spoke design that are also 22 inches in diameter.
There is a wider selection of automated driving and parking systems,
too. BMW Driving Assistant Professional adds a number of features,
including the Steering and Lane Control Assistant and Highway
Assistant. An updated version of the Reversing Assistant is one of the
functions forming part of the BMW Parking Assistant Professional
package, along with the Manoeuvre Assistant that allows automated
parking and manoeuvring to be controlled from outside the vehicle
using a smartphone.
Engines with 48V mild hybrid technology, new eight-speed
Steptronic Sport transmission.
The two petrol engines available for the new BMW X5 for the Chinese
market are part of the new modular generation of BMW Group Efficient
Dynamics engines and now come with 48V mild hybrid technology. Both
channel their power through to the road via a new eight-speed
Steptronic Sport transmission and BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel
drive as standard. Electrification of the power units results in
extremely rapid response to the slightest movement of the accelerator,
both when pulling away and when putting in a sudden burst of speed.
And it has the additional effect of increasing engine efficiency,
which is further helped by the refined BMW TwinPower Turbo technology.
The 2.0-litre four-cylinder in-line petrol unit in the new
BMW X5 xDrive30Li delivers an output of 190 kW/258 hp and peak torque
of 400 Nm (295 lb-ft), enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h
(62 mph) in 7.2 seconds. The straight-six petrol engine under the
bonnet of the new BMW X5 xDrive40Li generates maximum output of
280 kW/380 hp from its 3.0-litre displacement with torque peaking at
520 Nm (383 lb-ft). This means the car can race to 100 km/h (62 mph)
from rest in 5.5 seconds. The BMW X5 xDrive40Li is also capable of
driving on pure electric power at very low speeds.
The BMW X5 xDrive30Li: (fuel consumption combined:
8.7 l/100 km [32.5 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 208
g/km in the WLTP cycle).
The BMW X5 xDrive40Li: (fuel consumption combined:
8.9 l/100 km [31.7 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 213
g/km in the WLTP cycle).
