Regardless of when the BMW X5 is unveiled, the model
will have a more aggressive appearance as it will feature a new front fascia
with a massive grille. Previous spy photos have also shown the crossover will
have larger air intakes and more distinctive headlights with LED daytime
running lights.
The overall shape will remain largely the same but
the crossover will grow in size and feature a more accommodating cabin.
Speaking of the interior, the model will be more high-tech as it will have a
new digital instrument cluster and the iDrive 7.0 operating system which
promises to be more intuitive and customizable. Drivers will also find a new
steering wheel, updated switchgear and a modern center console featuring a host
of controls.
BMW has been tight-lipped about performance
specifications but the model is expected to be offered with an assortment of
turbocharged petrol and diesel options. On the petrol side, there could be a
2.0-liter four-cylinder with around 248 hp and a 3.0-liter
six-cylinder developing approximately 335 hp. We can also
expect a 4.4-liter V8 and an X5 M with 592 hp.
If that wasn’t enough variety, we can also expect a
plug-in hybrid variant as well as a handful of diesel engines with outputs
ranging from 228 hp to 394 hp.
