BMW X5

BMW X5When you are the BMW X5 wheel, there is no question of who the boss is. With all its grandeur and excellence, this car makes a forceful statement and looks to raise your driving pleasure to the next degree. While it is exquisite to look at from the exterior, its interiors are mind-blowing. The car comes with new technologies for maximum safety and driving dynamics on every surface.

The BMW X5 has one thing in common with almost all the other BMW models, and that is it is available in three exciting variants, X5 xDrive30d SportX, X5 xDrive30d xLine, and X5 xDrive30i M Sport. The starting price of the BMX X5 Rs 76.50 lakhs for the 30d SportX model goes all the way to Rs 88.00 lakhs for the M Sport variant.

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BMW X5 Exteriors

Starting with the BMW One-piece double kidney grille with chrome air-breathers to the BMW Laserlight feature with the X signature, everything about the BMW X5 is magnificent. While adding to the attraction quotient, the frontal fascial gives this vehicle a robust character. Furthermore, the X-shaped blue elements in the LED lights are technical highlights.

While delivering a fantastic range of up to 500m, these lights catch the eye even when switched off.The front apron comprises large air intakes that help cool the engines as the vehicle powers along highways. Simultaneously, they emphasise the vehicle’s broad and stable stance. The character lines with S-curve running dynamically across the BMW X5’s sides extend up to the rear lights to give the vehicle its athletic appearance.

The two-piece tailgate is the X5’s highlighting feature as it facilitates easy loading of the luggage compartment. While being electrically operative, the lower tailgate also doubles up as a practical seating arrangement. The full LED rear lights brighten up the visibility behind the vehicle and emphasises the X5’s broad stance. The rear apron with the diffuser inserts completes the dynamic exteriors while blending perfectly with the vehicle’s design.

BMW X5 Interiors

The impressive interiors begin where the exquisite exteriors end. The panoramic sunroof links the interiors and the exteriors, as you can comfortably open it from inside using the slide and lift functions. Furthermore, it comes equipped with a roller sunblind and wind deflector features.

The gear selector switch, iDrive Controller, and the Start/Stop button get intricately carved crystal glass elements to enhance the luxury aspect. The luxury gets carried over to the comfort seats upholstered in Vernasca leather. The electrical adjustment allows it to settle for a perfect seating position, depending on your needs.

While being excellent at providing luxury, the BMW X5 does not lag on the entertainment front. The Harman Kardon Surround Sound System, with its 464W digital amplifier and 16 speakers, is the ultimate in providing a sophisticated acoustic performance.

Automatic air conditioning with 4-zone climate control ensures that each passenger receives optimal cooling. Moreover, the Walknappa Black leather covering on the BMW individual instrument panel adds to the aesthetics.

The luggage compartment rack is a marvel to use as it guarantees order and safety. As you open the tailgate, the luggage compartment cover retracts below the floor inserts to make it easy for you to place your belongings. In addition, the anti-slip rails provide support to your luggage during your trips.

BMW X5 Engine and Performance

The BMW TwinPower Turbo engines are highly efficient as they deliver the best possible dynamic performance because of the latest injection systems, sophisticated turbocharger features, and variable output control. As a result, the petrol and diesel versions are characterised by agile power delivery, excellent responsiveness at low rpm, and fuel efficiency and emissions.

The 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission system offers sporty gear changes, regardless of whether you use the manual or automatic modes of gear transfer.

The BMW X5 features an intelligent xDrive AWD system that ensures variable distribution of power to the front and rear wheels to allow maximum traction, driving dynamics, and safety. In addition, the electronically controlled power distribution ensures comfortable steering around bends.

The Adaptive 2-axle air suspension keeps the vehicle at a constant height, irrespective of the load factor. In addition, you can raise or lower it manually at the touch of a button.

BMW X5 Ride, Handling, and Safety

Besides the various standard safety measures like seatbelts, airbags, and high-quality braking systems, this BMW X5 offers other driver-assistance features. The BMW Live Cockpit Professional, with its high-quality display network consisting of a touchscreen and digital info instrument cluster.

The Parking Assistant feature offers surround-view cameras to make it easy for you to park the vehicle anywhere. The Reversing Assistant supports you when reversing the vehicle in crowded lanes. The BMW Head-UP display projects all the requisite information relevant to the journey directly into the driver’s field of vision to enable them to concentrate fully on the driving job.

Features like BMW Gesture control help to perform various operating controls using hand movements. In addition, the Comfort Access system allows easy opening of the vehicle doors without using the key.
BMW X5 Competition Check

There are no Indian-made vehicles to rival the BMW X5. Among the imported models, the Mercedes-Benz GLE450 and the Porsche Cayenne offer the best competition to the BMW X5.