Spy photographers spotted a couple of facelifted BMW X5 M prototypes last year and now we’re getting a glimpse at the standard model. Recently snapped on the streets of Munich, the crossover appears to be getting a minor refreshening that focuses on the front and rear ends. While the camouflage hides a number of details, the 2023 X5 will adopt slimmer headlights and a new front bumper. The latter is heavily disguised, but we can see vertical air curtains as well as a revised central intake with angular bars. The grille also appears slightly different, but it’s hard to be certain at this point.
At the opposite end, the changes are more
modest as the only difference appears to be updated taillights. They have a
three dimensional design with a recessed center section. While spy
photographers didn’t get a look inside, an X5 M prototype was spied last April
with a minimalist shifter, updated switchgear, and iX-inspired displays. The
digital instrument cluster presumably measures 12.3-inches, while the
infotainment system is expected to have a 14.9-inch display.
It remains unclear if there will be any
powertrain changes for the mainstream variants, but BMW has already confirmed
plans for a hydrogen-powered model that will be built in limited numbers for
demonstration and testing purposes. Dubbed the iX5 Hydrogen, the crossover will
feature two carbon fiber reinforced hydrogen storage tanks as well as an
electric motor that develops 369 hp.
The facelifted BMW X5 is expected to be
introduced late this year, so we can expect to learn more in the coming months.
