Introduction
The new BMW X5 xDrive SportX Plus variant premiered in India early this week. The all-new BMW X5 xDrive40i SportX & BMW X5 xDrive30d SportX Plus is manufactured in India at the BMW Plant in Chennai.
The all-new BMW X5 xDrive SportX Plus
Making a powerful statement is the design of the all new BMW X5. Further, giving an imposing appearance is the large one-piece hexagonal kidney grille. Combined with sculptured bonnet and short overhands. The front LED headlights and fog lights establishes a strong and dynamic connection with the street complimenting the masculine stance. This impact is conveyed to the back with the 3D fold over LED taillights that venture far into the sides. The satin-finished aluminum roof-rails offers ideal mix of functionality & good looks.
The Interiors
Complementing the sporty ambience is the Functionality & comfortable interiors. Along with a raised seat position and liberally proportioned interior, the front and back occupants appreciate adequate convenience. Features like Sports Leather Steering Wheel, adjustable electrical seat with memory function and adding to the solace is the exterior mirrors.
A premium SAV with Sporting Seats enhances the experience of both the driver and front seat occupant. Additionally, the panoramic glass rooftop & carpet with welcome lights are one of the features from the lengthy list. The vehicle has 4 zone programmed climate control with extended elements. Adding to the extravagant feel are elements such as electrically adjustable roller sunblind’s, electroplated controls.
The Performance
The unmatched BMW TwinPower Turbo technology generates max power with impeccable efficiency in both petrol & diesel engines. Resulting in unconstrained responsiveness even at low engine velocities. The 3ltr – 6 chamber diesel engine of the BMW X5 xDrive30d generates 195 kW/265hp and a max power of 620 Nm @ 1,500 – 2,500 rpm. Whereas, the petrol engine generates 250 kW/340hp and max power of 450 Nm at 1,500 – 5,200 rpm. The vehicle can achieve 0 – 100 km/hr in 6.5 secs in the diesel variant & 5.5 secs in petrol variant.
The BMW xDrive is an intelligent vehicle with all-wheel drive framework that monitors the driving circumstance continually and highly responsive. Electronically administered ‘Automatic Differential Brakes/Locks’ (ADB-X), expanded ‘Dynamic Traction Control’ (DTC). The Hill Start Assist and Descent Control helps to vanquish each landscape.
Versatile Suspension with its individual electronically administered dampers offers excellent accuracy and works on the drive and dynamics of handling. Moreover, enhancing the joy of driving pleasure the BMW X5 xDrive SportX Plus is also available in steering wheel paddle shifters & cruise control with braking functionality as a standard.
The Safety & Efficiency
BMW Efficient Dynamics incorporates elements, like 8-speed Steptronic Automatic Transmission, ECO PRO mode, Auto Start-Stop, Brake-Energy Regeneration, 50:50 Weight Distribution, Electronic Power Steering, Driving Experience Control switch & numerous other innovative technologies.
BMW Safety advancements incorporates six airbags, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) comprising of Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Attentiveness Assistance, electric parking brakes with auto hold, electronic vehicle immobilizer and crash sensor, side-impact protector, ISOFIX child seat mounting and integrated emergency spare wheel beneath the load floor.
Conclusion
The BMW X5 xDrive 30d SportX Plus would be available at INR. 79.50 lakhs & the BMW X5 xDrive 40i SportX Plus will be available at INR. 77.90 Lakhs in India. (ex-showroom)
The color options available are Metallic Mineral White, Metallic Phytonic Blue & Metallic Black Sapphire. The vehicle booking can be done via shop.bwm.in or across authorized BMW dealerships.