BMW X5

EXTERIOR

The wheelbase will get increased by 40 mm, whereas the overall length of the vehicle will be enhanced by 28 mm. The upcoming SUV will be wider and taller by 66 mm and 25 mm, respectively. The SUV will have a resembling silhouette but the grille will now come massive and more accentuated.

The SUV will receive adaptive LED headlights as a basic feature, along with BMW laser lights, which will be offered as optional. Talking of the rear side, the fourth-gen X5 will receive unique LED taillights and you will be able to open the boot as a two-section hatch in order to easily load smaller items. The 2019 X5 will drive on 20-inches M alloy wheels offered as basic, whereas the 21-inch and 22-inch sizes will come as an optional feature. The ORVM comes electrically heated, foldable and adjustable. The panoramic glass roof gives the occupants an amazing outside vision.

INTERIOR

Talking with respect to the BMW X5 Facelift interiors, it hosts a cabin which is similar to its prior models. The SUV hosts a 12.3-inch instrument cluster, whereas a massive touchscreen infotainment system takes care of all the entertainment needs. The acoustic duties are well handled via a Bowers & Wilkins, which are 1500-watt 20 speaker system integrated with apple carplay functionality.

The X5 SUV will be offered with cloud mobility and digital services, which will allow the car to connect with numerous digital devices. There is an M leather steering wheel for a much sportier experience and the instrument panel in sensatec is just so amazing. Talking about the boot capacity it is foldable in the ratio of 40:20:40 which enhances the boot litre capacity from 650L to 1870L.
Moreover, the 2019 X5 is offered with four-zone climate control and a panoramic glass roof with a 30 per cent bigger vision area than the prevailing model. There is a dynamic interior lighting coupled with flash lighting feature. The SUV can also be hosted with an entertainment package at the rear seats, which will enhance the screens for the second-row occupants. The next-gen BMW X5 is offered with optional third-row seats coupled with electric fore-and-aft adjustment feature.

ENGINE & PERFORMANCE

The 2019 X5 Facelift specifications will include a 3.0-L turbocharged in-line 6-cylinder engine which will be capable of producing a max power of 335 bhp and a peak torque of 447 Nm. Moreover, a new 4.4-L V8 engine will be introduced which will be capable to produce a max power of 340bhp at 5500-6500rpm and a peak torque of 450Nm at 1500-2500rpm. Both the engines will come mated to an 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission with paddle shifters and an AWD mechanism. A locking differential will be available as an option. The upcoming X5 can be available with an off-road package also.

The 2019 BMW X5 Facelift can deliver a mileage of around 15.97kmpl.

Talking of performance, the 2019 BMW X5 SUV 3.0-L engine will be able to cruise from 0-100 kmph within 5.5 seconds of time. The 4.4-L engine will be able to cruise from a standstill to 100 kmph within a matter of 4.6 seconds of time. Mentioning of handling, the upcoming BMW X5 2019 offers an optional Adaptive M Suspension Professional setup, which increases the rear-wheel steering and active rolling stabilization. The air suspension will be available to offer a more flexible ride and will allow to enhance or reduce the ride by 1.6 inches in height. The driving modes like Eco, sports, comfort and sports deliver performance in accordance with their internal configuration in all weather types. The launch control function is present in the car to unleash the beast in a drag racing mood.

ENGINE & PERFORMANCE

The BMW X5 Facelift features in terms of safety come loaded to the brim comprising lane departure warning, pedestrian monitoring, blind spot monitoring, front and rear collision warnings, and city collision mitigation. A total of 6 airbags is available, for driver, co-driver, head and side airbags for front and rear passengers. An Active Driving Assistant Professional comes as optional in the BMW X5 which will include lane keeping assist, Cruise control with braking function, dynamic stability control, Cornering stability control, traffic jam assist, collision evasion aid with steering assist, active parking distance control and automatic lane changing

CONCLUSION

The BMW X5 2019 comes in a more accentuated design, features and engine performance which will put it in cut-throat competition against its rivals.