Fourth-gen BMW X5 offers off-road option
BMW has launched the all-new fourth generation 2019 BMW X5 Sports Activity Vehicle with two variants, the X5 xDrive 40i and the X5 xDrive 50i.
The all-new 2019 BMW X5 will again be built at BMW Plant Spartanburg, SC. This centre of competence for BMW X models also handles production of the BMW X3, BMW X4, BMW X6 and will soon add the BMW X7.
A wheelbase that is 1.6 in longer than its predecessor’s, a 1.1 in increase in vehicle length, an extra 2.6 in of width and a 1.0 in increase in height give the all-new 2019 BMW X5 both a muscular appearance and a more generous level of space for passengers and their luggage.
The all-new BMW X5 comes standard with Adaptive LED headlights, while BMW Laserlights are available as an option and feature blue x-shaped elements, which split up the hexagonal light sources inside the familiar BMW twin headlights, make a distinctive visual statement.
The all-new 2019 BMW X5 launches with a choice of two new gasoline engines.
Heading the range is the BMW X5 xDrive50i, whose extensively developed V8 unit is making its debut. A six-cylinder inline engine can also be found under the hood of the BMW X5 xDrive40i.
All engines channel their power through an eight-speed Steptronic transmission, while BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive is on hand to ensure that power is translated into secure progress – on or off road.
Customers can specify an OffRoad Package, which is being offered in a BMW X model for the first time.
Available for all model variants, the package’s specification includes rugged underbody protection at the front and rear of the vehicle, along with the two-axle air suspension and electronically controlled rear differential lock.