BMW Officially Releases Info on the New X5
Tuesday, August 8th, 2006
The new BMW X5 raises the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) driving experience to an even higher standard. Powerful eight and six-cylinder engines, unique suspension, enhanced BMW xDrive all-wheel-drive technology, as well as a weight-optimized bodyshell with extreme torsional stiffness all interact to ensure excellent agility and dynamic performance.
The two engines being offered are the 3.0-liter inline six producing a nice 260 horsepower (up from 225 hp) and the 4.8-liter V8 producing 350 horsepower (down from 355 hp, though featuring substantially upgraded internals and electronics) that’s capable of propelling the top trim to 60 mph in 6.4 seconds. The X5 also gets a new six-speed auto tranny to replace the old one that features a new gear selector. Interior highlights include the addition of iDrive (perhaps that’s a lowlight), a rear backup camera, a Heads Up Display (GM was so ahead of its time), Sirius Satellite Radio and iPod integration. Of course, the X5 is also full of electronic gadgets that keep the car on its intended path, which includes ActiveSteering, AdaptiveDrive, Dynamic Stability Control, Hill Descent Control and xDrive all-wheel drive, among others.
Some of the highlights for the new BMW X5 include:
• Sports Activity Vehicle with further enhanced driving dynamics.
• More power and greater efficiency: inline six and V8 power
• Only vehicle in its segment with Active Steering, AdaptiveDrive, Head-Up Display and standard runflat tires.
• Standard: new six-speed automatic transmission
with electronic gear selector.
• Further enhanced: full-time BMW xDrive all-wheel-drive technology.
• Weight-optimized bodyshell with extreme torsional stiffness.
• Larger interior with up to seven seats.
• New iDrive control concept with six programmable keys.
• Exclusive interior with innovative options.
The engineers and development specialists creating the new BMW X5 have succeeded once again in crafting a truly unique vehicle for the market. In a segment now subject to fierce competition, the new BMW X5 sets the standard yet again in driving dynamics and agility. No other vehicle combines the qualities so typical of a BMW with the features of a truly versatile SAV full of style and presence.
Given all these qualities, the new BMW X5 meets all the demands and requirements of the discerning motorist who, through the choice of his or her vehicle, wishes to express his personal and independent lifestyle and at the same time enjoy a new driving experience in a new dimension.
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