BMW X5 2019 has been redesigned from the wheels up

In its fourth-generation form, the BMW If dynamic driving is prioritized, the result is a car that, although it is no longer far above. The competition can still set the standard to which most of them aspire, as the Munich manufacturer says, the boss is back, the BMW X5, was the car that at the beginning of the century completely changed the way we thought about the greats and luxurious four by four. It is the car that more than any other defined the modern luxury SUV and the one that since the turn of the millennium almost all prestigious brands have tried to copy without this model from Munich we would probably not have Porsche Cayennes Range Rover sports Mercedes GL en Al Audi q7 S or any of the other knock-off offerings now populating the premium large SUV sector and looking to steal sales from the car we'll look at here, the fourth-generation x5 launched in late 2018, BMW doesn't actually like the term SUV with its clumsy connotations and has always marketed this car as an AV or sports activity vehicle, so the label was never realized was justified, although when applied to the original 1999 model, a 53-generation model introduced in a time when the 4x4 class was mainly populated by vehicles with large, ladder-shaped chassis that looked more at home on a farm when the mark 2 e 70 variant arrived in 2007, although this segment looked very different, for What was better was that in this form the x5 had become bigger and smarter. and more efficient, that was a trend continued by the subsequent third-generation F15 series design launched in 2013, which drove sales above the 2.2 million mark when this full version of the G05 series arrived five years later.

As expected, this fourth-generation x5 moves. The game goes a little further by offering what at least on paper BMW claims to be the best combination of performance, luxury and efficiency in its class. Air suspension is now standard on conventional models and there is the option of an active chassis system for variable ride height and adjustable dynamics. Additionally, this x5 is significantly larger than its predecessors, allowing for the installation of an optional third seat. if you want, and the interior now features a huge improvement in cabin quality, enough to put some segment rivals to shame, there's also a new level of multimedia connectivity.

Major advances in camera-driven safety and the latest elements of autonomous driving technology from the Munich manufacturers - all of which are welcome - competition is tougher than ever with some rivals claiming better driving dynamics, greater practicality and greater luxury. With all that in mind, can this car really be? what BMW claims is the most complete car in its segment, let's discover that the x5 may have developed significantly over its four generations, but there has

been

one constant: it has always driven well, in reality we may be underestimating things who are thinking about the original e53 series.

Mark, one model actually left us a little flabbergasted, how could something as big and tall corner as a sports saloon? At the beginning of the century we couldn't understand it and not much has changed since, as a result, we are now approaching this BMW. expecting it to be a good car to dilute that talent would be to miss the point of the car, it would be like an uncomfortable Rolls Royce, a boring Ferrari or a reliable TVR, the Bavarian manufacturer has, of course,

been

careful to preserve that attribute with its brand. For the g05 series model, as always, the x5 has its priorities well developed for asphalt use, first and foremost, and BMW happily emphasizes the priority of the xDrive 4x4 system to maximize on-road traction at the expense of off-road capability, and they'll be happy to explain how, instead of mounting the engine and gearbox high to keep out water when you get into any serious SUV, they've mounted them low and as far back as possible to achieve an aggressive center of gravity. which helps to take energetic corners.

The result is a machine that on a winding country road doesn't really look like an SUV at all, which is why the Bavarians call it S AV or Sports Activity Vehicle, if something that weighs up to 2.2 tons and almost 1.8 meters in height. height can defy the laws of physics. Enough to match BMW's description of this model as a driver's car is another matter, but there's no doubt that body control is truly excellent for a vehicle of this type. Drive down a bumpy back lane and you can feel the suspension working hard to keep the passion going. sell calmly and avoid the kind of head-nodding syndrome that some large, clunky SUVs still exhibit, but these, of course, do not include this x5's most direct rivals, cars of the quality of the poor KN Mercedes GLA and the Range Rover Sport to match the improved versions.

Of these asphalt contenders, this BMW needed to up its game, it has it on paper, it certainly seems there has been a refocusing of key priorities in the development of this fourth generation model, so no useless four-cylinder engines or two-wheel drive. options this time nor our buyers confused by the complicated set of suspensions or permutations that affected the previous f15 series design, none of which seemed quite right. BMW finally settled on the kind of standard damping setup that a conventional x5 of the modern era should have. air axle suspension system that can be adapted alone or for on- or off-road use, does not offer perfect ride quality.

The bumps can still be felt more than perhaps you would like, probably because the Munich manufacturer has stuck with single-chamber air springs. than the more absorbing multi-cam variety, but it's a big improvement on what was offered before. As for what's under the hood, the brand hasn't been brave enough to follow Porsche's lead and ditch diesel, but you can understand why, given that the vast majority of x5 buyers still want fuel. of the black bomb, most of them will probably choose the X Drive 30 D variant that we are testing here. It gets a revised 265 horsepower version of the previously used 3-liter single-turbo six diesel combined with an upgraded 8-speed steptronic sports automatic gearbox with wider ratios, smoother-shifting electronics and even launch control.

This engine propels this car at a very respectable rate of knots, really hitting its stride between two and three thousand five hundred rpm, especially if you take control. yourself via the steering wheel shift paddles 62 miles per hour from rest takes 6.5 seconds en route to 143 miles per hour There's also 620 Newton meters of torque, although that's still not enough for a capacity of Truly competitive braked trailer in its class for an x5 If you require a higher level of straight-line performance from your x5 diesel, your dealer will refer you to the m50d variant. Using a multi-stage turbo charging system composed of two high-pressure and two low-pressure turbochargers, the combined setup delivers 400 horsepower and 760 Newton meters of torque, enough to trim the standard sprint time to 5 .2 seconds and allow a maximum speed.

BMW sometimes has to reach a limit of 155 miles per hour and the m50d can almost seem like a supercar faster than an Audi r8 v10 in the overtaking increment from 30 to 70 miles per hour and as fast as a Lamborghini bat in a kilometer Standing still with this kind of pace on offer, it's only fitting that BMW equips the m50d with a standard M Sport differential and an electronically controlled rear differential lock powered by an electric motor and governed by the car's DSC or Driving Stability Control system. car cornering at high speed. This configuration allows up to 1500 Newton.

The meters of torque that are redirected from a faster turning wheel to a slower turning one, which helps accelerate from corner to corner, will also point out that the m50 DS has very good brakes and, for a diesel, so does It makes a pretty good noise. All versions of this BMW sound pretty good thanks to clever software that enhances the engine note through the stereo speakers. However, you'll always get a pure sound from a petrol unit and the x5 line has some pretty accomplished ones. Things start with the miles per hour essentially. The same engine also appears in other x5 petrol variants.

You can ask your dealer about the high-performance plug-in hybrid xDrive 45 e. Here is a 282 horsepower version of the three-liter six pair with a 112 horsepower electric. motor powered by a lithium-ion battery that gives a car 62 miles per hour in 5.6 seconds and a top speed of 146 on battery power alone, an xDrive 45 II is supposed to reach 86 miles per hour or if you drive more reasonably Achieve an electric driving range of up to 50 miles. If efficiency issues do not concern you when purchasing this car, then you will be among the lucky ones for whom nothing more than a x5 petrol V8 engine will suffice for the xDrive 50i or the flagship x5 m.

Adapted motorsport variant, whatever your engine choice, will come with BMW's usual Driving Performance Control driving mode system, the normal eco pro Comfort Sport and Sport Plus settings, as usual, adjust the Steering throttle response gear shift times and stability control thresholds to match the road. want to drive and they influence the ride quality: Thanks to the standard variable damping control setting, for those who can't decide between the available modes, there is an additional adaptive setting that you will probably end up selecting almost all the time just as we do we. The advantage of having done this is not only that you are freed from the need to make decisions about driving settings - the computer software does that for you - but it also lies in the way the technology is introduced. predictive in the process, the system that uses the satellite. navigation to prepare the car for future hazards, like sharp turns or junctions, it all works so smoothly that you never realize there is so much going on behind the scenes to make your ride smoother and more efficient, but that's the kind of system Which completes the luxury demeanor of a rival Mercedes Audi or Volvo SUV in this segment, as we said right at the beginning of this section, the x5 aims to be more than a large luxury saloon on steroids; the older version of the f15 series could only be if you SPECT IT.

Equipped with all sorts of expensive engineering options, this G05 series replacement car, on the other hand, feels more lively and responsive whichever way you choose it, even though it weighs around 40 kilos more than its predecessor, especially if you click on one of the sports ones. driving modes that activate the air suspension and move the car 20 millimeters closer to the asphalt at speeds over 86 miles per hour, the steering is significantly sharper and the body controls are a little tighter in corners, especially if you opt for the m50d variant than a standard. swaps the air suspension for stiffer m-sport steel springs, although you can opt to go back to air spec if you wish, whichever x5 you choose, although you'll get the only large SUV in its class that can hold its own Cayenne in sight if you drive it. at speed on twisty asphalt while all this is happening, a sports screen in the center auto section: the infotainment screen can display g-force readings.

Additionally, it talks about horsepower, oil temperature, and turbo boost reads how fast the X Drive with all-wheel drive. The system subtly shuffles power through corners and really helps handling, of course, the latest version of this setup can now split the drive between the front and rear

wheels

more precisely and continues to offer rear-drive distribution appropriate for dynamics of this BMW. As usual, the system relies on a Haldex-style multi-plate clutch that can push up to 80% of the drive to the front or rear

wheels

to meet any traction need. You have x5 buyers who like the idea of ​​the power going to Both ends of this car might also like the idea of ​​the steering goingperform on the front and rear axles;

That's what you get with the optional Integral Active Steering system that uses a variable steering rack ratio that works by turning the steering wheel to drive the rear wheels. In either of two ways, depending on how fast you're going at parking speeds, the rear wheels will turn in the opposite direction to the fronts for greater maneuverability, if you're going much faster at speed in tight turns, the rear wheels will turn. they will. turn in the same direction as those at the front, which will give you greater stability and agility. If you opt for the m50d variant just mentioned, you will be offered an optional adaptive final suspension professional package that combines the integral active steering system with the anti-wheel systems stabilization technology this configuration uses automatically adjustable stabilizer bars that give you plenty of suspension movement for excellent straight line travel and at the same time it kicks in through corners to compensate for the body roll you would otherwise have and of course when you combine all of this with the benefits of That adaptive driving performance control setup we talked about earlier with predictive navigation data that anticipates and allows for the next bump or turn you have all the ingredients for a beautiful ride and handling balance there's even a degree of semi-autonomous driving capability If you then add all the many and varied electronic camera features that come with the optional Driving Assistant Pro package, even if you choose not to equip your X5 with all this type of kit, it is an exceptional achievement.

Road Touring Device One of the things you notice most quickly about the x5 in this g05 series form is how refined it is now. Independent tests have measured this. Being three decibels quieter at cruise and the diesel version of the eq8 rival that we recently tested on normal tarmac being notably quiet, we haven't tested a quieter SUV in this class, although it's worth mentioning that, if of failure, large and wide tires generate significantly more. Raw will end as we usually do with an SUV with a few words about the provision or, more generally, lack of provision of off-road prowess.

The xDrive 4x4 system on offer here may not be set up to plug mud, but it's still more capable than most. Owners will ever need it to use its electronically actuated multi-plate clutch and the intelligence of BMW's Dynamic Stability Control system to alter the driving from a normal forty-six forward-to-reverse bias to 100% forward or reverse, as needed as needed. before hill descent control was implemented. standard to facilitate descending slippery slopes and this time the addition of standard air suspension means that the previous model's poor ground clearance can now be dramatically improved. Using this center console switch, you can raise the body in two stages up to a maximum of 40 millimeters above its standard setting and at its highest point, you will be sitting 264 millimeters from the platform when off the track, the The optional parking assist plus the surround-view camera system is a big help, allowing you to see images of each individual wheel on the infotainment screen as if you were viewing them from the outside, so if you're about to drive on a rock, the root of a tree or a cliff, you will be able to see it.

Additionally, there's an outside view screen in the center auto section - infotainment screen that shows you, your air suspension settings compass indicates your altitude and driving angles for that rare breed of x5 buyers who are likely to use this car regularly on difficult trails. Munich Maker now offers an optional X Off-Road Package that gives you a dedicated driving screen for the crankcase protector. interfaces and a number of transmission and suspension settings for several different services the additional modes identified as X and The package also includes this feature, but here its purpose is to help you gain extra grip when driving on loose terrain or slippery surfaces, offering different levels of grip for the left and right rear wheels if Considering the of this car or you could take the From my point of view, a version of this BMW specified in Ex off-road form would be close to being the ultimate in asphalt or trail transportation.

Both perspectives are valid in any case, they are based on a fairly complete product. BMW tends to describe the x5's styling as deliberately so. Evolutionary, meaning design changes carefully chosen so as not to alienate existing buyers. It's not an innovation-oriented approach, but it's appropriate as part of the more subtle interpretation of the crossover genre that this model offers. Sports Activity Vehicle branding under the skin is found in the group. architecture platform used in the company's luxury saloons and this time provides a significant increase in size, around the 66 millimeter width improvement actually makes this g05 series design wider than its Big Brother x7 and, compared to the old f15 series model, it is 42 millimeters longer and 19 millimeters higher, so it would be somewhat imposing even without this huge and somewhat oversized front grille, the enormous corner exits and this substantially intake lower, all of this was presumably intended to scare Fastlane's dollars into surrender.

The traditional kidney grille shape remains, but this time around the Everything has a one-piece frame, incorporates active air fins and includes slats that reflect your choice of finish. Chrome and gloss black 4xy models for M Sport variants. Now separated from this appendage are the headlights which, as you would expect from BMW's full LED range. I hope you want to upgrade them with adaptive functionality or preferably with the laser light technology we have here that offers a 500 meter high intensity beam. Whatever you choose, you certainly won't confuse this x5 with a Mercedes or an Audi, when it appears in the rearview mirror it may not be especially pretty, but it's certainly distinctive and yes, it's still classy from the side, you get a better idea of ​​the size of this car these days, put in an original 53. x5 series next to this and it would look very small, in fact there is a bit more profile attitude than this car's direct F15 series predecessor.

I had the crease at waist level, it now goes over the rear door handle and the bottom stamping line now moves away from the vertical air. vent that remains behind the front wheel to fit the current zeitgeist, those arches now house larger tires, even the lower ones, the excellent variants get 19 inches and it's possible to get alloys up to 22 inches if you're willing to keep up. your chiropractor on speed dial. Here we have 21-inch em Lite wheels through whose spokes you can glimpse the blue calipers of the upgraded M Sport braking system. The subtle roof rails come in matte aluminum or, as in this case, gloss black, the rear does somewhat less.

It's a statement, the distinctive L-shaped taillight clusters of the previous model have been replaced by these more generic horizontal units, and as a result, if you removed the badge, you'd be hard-pressed to recognize the brand provenance of this car with a casual glance at the tailgate. The lights feature full LED illumination, of course, and the obligatory skid plate is integrated into the underside of this wider-style bumper. Whether all this really works is something we could discuss in depth. Which is not up for debate. What BMW promises is quality of style. and the sheer class of the cabin which, if you have an iPhone and have specified the convenient access option, can be accessed with just a click on the screen, so no key of any kind is necessary, as we deeply suspect of this type of technology, although the Munich manufacturer boasts about how difficult it is to hack the built-in NFC chip, but in any case we think it is much better to use this elegant display key, another option that incorporates a small integrated touch screen that It allows all kinds of remote functionality, so for example, you can see if you've locked the car, check how much fuel is left, and even preheat or precool the cabin before getting in.

The previous generation model was already very pleasant to sit on, but here things feel even more sophisticated with an excess. of more sophisticated and better incorporated digital display technology that combines with beautiful use of leather and very high quality plastics, plus the careful application of real metal finishes instead of metallic effect plastic, just look at the complexity of the pieces, the use of textures and design. Effort has been put into something as simple as this door panel, for example, so yes, we really like the way BMW has approached this cabin. It is not as discreet and deliberately understated as an Audi q7, nor as bold and direct as the latest generation Mercedes GL II, instead it charts a middle path that for us hits the mark perfectly.

The extra interior space offered by that larger body will be evident if you've upgraded from the previous model, plus the fit and finish is virtually impeccable as is the structural integrity. What has been achieved by the US Spartanburg plant certainly contributes to the progress made in noise improvements which, according to BMW, have resulted in a significant reduction in sound at a speed that feels a fraction lower than in other SUVs, which accentuates the sportier feel by holding a beautiful 3-spoke touch wheel. through which you glimpse an instrumentation that is a model of class and clarity after years of bringing us rather half-hearted digital instrument displays that were not fully configurable.

BMW finally bit the bullet and delivered a decently sized and suitably customizable instrument binnacle screen here as part of its new live cockpit professional package that combines this twelve-point-three-inch digital instrument cluster screen with a central infotainment monitor. of the same size, all accessible via the touchscreen, the usual lower I Drive touch controller and your voice, the latter element working through a new Hello, BMW's voice recognition system, which most Owners will find it easier to understand, what we haven't yet mastered and what you might struggle with is the brand's gesture control functionality, thanks to sensor response that is frustratingly spotty unless done precisely the right way. of correct movement. often performed by leaving you in a situation where you are doing nothing more than making what appear to be obscene gestures to other road users anyway, the big picture is that it all represents a very decent step forward from what It was previously offered with wonderful and thoughtful graphics. functionality, the instrument binnacle screen can finally show proper satnav mapping, although it's still not as configurable as rival setups, you should have these octagonal half dials, whichever screen layout you choose, but not There's no doubt that the entire instrument screen and iDrive infotainment monitor combination is much easier and safer to use than the twin control screens found in the latest OD and Range Rover models, perhaps it's churlish to be picky given that so much effort is being made, but we're going to point out anyway that the opposite rolling needles for the virtual speedometer and rev counter are a bit confusing and bemoan the fact that BMW hasn't properly incorporated smartphone mirroring yet.

You only get Apple Carplay as standard for the first year and Android Auto functionality isn't offered at all. Yes, the sort of thing you'd get as standard on a Fiesta, none of which should overshadow the fact that BMW has matched and in some cases surpassed the current class standard of multimedia connectivity. Here, a sidebar menu on the center screen offers you multimedia communication, car navigation. and app options that connect you with features like the 10-speaker DA B audio system, 4G LTE connectivity, connected satellite navigation, a hotspotWi-Fi access and a 50-gigabyte hard drive, all at your standard rate, as well as a concierge service that can actually contact an operator to help with trip information and a wide range of BMW vehicle apps that They give you access to things like news reports and weather forecasts, plus the system can remotely update its own software, although keep in mind that some of the digital services on offer come included for only three years and some like connected music on online and Microsoft Office 365 that syncs your emails to your calendar for just three months after that, you have to pay to a certain extent, you feel like it's a case of The Munich manufacturer gives with one hand and takes away with the other, apart from issues related to connectivity, there is very little not to like.

BMW seems to have a better handle than most manufacturers on which functions are needed on the dashboard and which can be inside the screen. The brand's standard comfort-spec seats and menus provide excellent support and incorporate lumbar adjustment that can be moved up and down as well as in and out, plus a variety of small touches make a big difference. difference, such as the way temperature readings are displayed on small screens. On the climate control panel rather than being hidden in the monitor menus, we really like the light panels in the doors that illuminate red when opened to act as a warning to other road users.

The optional front display projects in large-scale 3D and shows more. information that systems of this type usually offer and the fact that you can see the top of the front wheels from the driver's seat gives you a feeling of maneuverability and control that is slightly marred by the thick rear pillars between the side windows rear and tailgate. While you'll never have a hard time parking this car, even if you haven't paid extra for the park assist plus surround-view camera system we've been testing here, all x5s have all-round sensors, a rearview camera and a backup camera. standard rear view. reversing assistant that is activated by green or red stripes on the steering wheel spokes and automatically reverses you along any path you have previously taken.

What else? Storage in the cabin is quite well taken care of. This storage area at the bottom of the center console is accessed by this beautifully darned lid that slides back to reveal a wireless charging pad along with USB and 12-volt ports and twin cupholders that can even be heated and cooled, One of our favorite options in this car, there's also this two-lid box between the seats that incorporates a USB port, a decent-sized glovebox as a storage compartment next to the driver's right knee, and large door pockets that include door trim. angled bottle holders to make them easier to access, the only thing missing is a top compartment for sunglasses, all of these practicalities were delivered with a touch of extra luxury to the Asker upgraded quilted van-style leather, multi-colour ambient lighting and, in this one particular case, we also have the optional elaborate clear glass finish package for the shift knob, the fascia volume control on the iDrive controller and the start/stop system.

It's time to check the rear end, which is heavy. Expect the extra 42 millimeters of wheelbase on this fourth-generation model to pay dividends, and sure enough, once you take a seat in the second row, you'll quickly appreciate the extra leg and shoulder room on offer if you've owned a version. previous generation of this car, carrying a third person here is easier, not only because of the extra width of this reshaped body, the center transmission tunnels are noticeably low and the middle part of the seat base is not raised so uncomfortable as it is. Unfortunately, this is the case with some rivals, although the central part of the bench does not have an ISOFIX attachment, unlike the eq7 for example, which could make it difficult to fit three child seats side by side, something that is now physically possible. .

If there are only two occupants back here, you can use this armrest that incorporates a storage compartment and fold-out cup holders. Seat back pockets are provided and are a decent size. Door pockets with bottle holders, plus you'll find a storage cubby and twelve-volt outlet under these twin center vents. You'll probably want to consider a few options for this part of your x5 and we have several installed here. mainly this enormous sky lounge-style panoramic glass roof that includes 15,000 graphic patterns that generate an adaptable ceiling display reminiscent of a starlit sky. Another option fitted to this car is the Travel and Convenience system which adds an extra USB port to each seat back plus a small compartment with a sliding cover that hides a multi-function holder that people in the back can attach things like tablets to. .

In this case, we have quad zone air conditioning, which gives you this additional climate control panel under these twin center vents on this g05. Upsized standard models will also help if you're among the 40% of buyers who will specify the optional third-row seats. Don't get carried away, although the two additional single seats are still designed only for children, although they lack ISOFIX accessories in At least they are easy to access thanks to an easy entry function. Here, a section of the middle row slides forward and then tilts upward toward the head line with the push of a button.

These additional benches feature individual armrests and fold neatly inwards. cargo compartment floor when not in use, another advantage of having the seven-seat option is that it entitles you to a more flexible second-row bench with 10 degrees of backrest tilt adjustment and 80 millimeters of adjustment based on the front and rear seats compared to the normal five-seat model. we have here the rear bench unfortunately it doesn't have any of that we mentioned the low compartment so let's take a look at it this two piece tailgate is an idea that BMW borrowed from Land Rover when they owned the company a couple of decades ago and In this generation model the Bavarian brand has proposed to make the lower part electric, like the upper part there is also the option of control by gestures with the foot if you wish and that lower part of the tailgate also incorporates a button that will lower the air. suspension by 40 millimeters and makes it easier to get heavier objects inside or sit on this panel if, for example, you want to put on your wellies or if you simply like the picnic atmosphere of the tailgate inside the boot , a bit disappointing given the way the body works.

The exterior dimensions increase luggage space remains the same as in the previous model of the F15 series, with a capacity of 6 by 50 liters, although it will probably be enough for most owners. It is a practical space with a storage compartment on the left and a hole on the left side. On the right a bag hook is provided on both sides and there is a 12 volt outlet on the right, unless you have chosen the 7 seat option you will get this nice cushioned cover for the base of the cargo floor that lifts up to reveal additional compartmentalization. However, the space is only available because BMW refuses to offer any type of spare wheel - a cost-cutting measure that we frown upon in any type of SUV if you need more space - but it's only for long, skinny items such as skis. , which you can push.

It goes down the middle of this 40/20/40 split rear bench, but if that's not enough, the entire bench drops through these latches on the side walls of the cargo area once everything is flat, they release again Up to 1860 liters of space, that's a little less and you get from obvious rivals, but it's enough to meet the needs of most buyers. If you think in terms of around £60,000 as a starting point for overall ownership of the x5, then you wouldn't be too far off. BMW remains fairly committed to diesel power. with this model, but if not, you'll be directed first to the 340hp straight-six X Drive 40, which from launch was priced at around fifty-nine thousand pounds, although almost all buyers of x5 opted for the xDrive 30.

D diesel derivative, we're testing here a 265 horsepower variant which since launch was priced at just under £58,000 from there, there's a big £14,000 jump to the £400 m50d diesel horsepower in terms of trim, the starting point of the X Drive for Ti and The X Drive 13d models that almost all x5 customers choose are the very well specified customers in our market will find the extra three and a half thousand pounds needed for the most dynamic looking M Sport trim level we have. This time no basic four-cylinder two-wheel drive model is offered. The idea of ​​an x5 without all-wheel drive was not tempting to buyers of the previous generation model, but some interesting petrol engines have been developed for later use.

To complete the range, an X Drive 50 I v8 and a plug-in hybrid performance variant Full version x5 m road racer within this production g05 series models - we'll look at how this x5 compares to its rivals in price in a moment, but before we do, it's worth a few words about how it fits into the music . Range SUV manufacturers these days for pretty much the same money asked here will buy you an equivalent specified version of the car that was pioneered by the coupe, a subsection of the BMW x6 large SUV segment, but which models are obviously not practical like this and they are built.

Around the older tech, the company also has an even more luxurious large SUV to offer you these days, the x7, a model that will set you back around £12,000 more in equivalent xDrive 30 guise, but let's say you want this x5 after Consider the range structure you will have. You need to check the value proposition on offer here, which sees this contender priced virtually identical to the car many would see as its closest rival, the Mercedes GL. It's true if you compare that SUV to the two volume versions of this x5, the xDrive 30. d and xDrive 40 i, the equivalent variants g le 350 d and g le 400, which weigh about 2,000 pounds more, but that includes a third string to sit that would cost more in this BMW, basically your choice between an x5 and a GL e will really come.

In terms of priorities and personal preferences, the Mercedes, for example, has a slightly larger trunk, on the other hand, the BMW is a little more agile in reaching you, of course, there are many other options in this part of the segment of large SUVs, but nothing more. You'd still save around £12,000 by choosing a Volkswagen Touareg or Jeep Grand Cherokee, but both are boring to drive compared to an x5 and only come with five seats, as do Porsche kns, which can't be had with an engine. diesel etc. It is also difficult to directly compare the closest KN variant to this x5 xDrive 30d for reference.

The plug-in petrol version will cost you around £10,000 more looking for a closer rival to what's often here you'd be more likely to turn to. something like a Maserati Levante which, on low diesel, would save them around £5,000 compared to an x5 xDrive 30d, but would cost a lot more to run and can only be had with five seats. What about Aldi? Well, again, it's hard to exactly match its seven seats. It only comes with seven seats and fifty incomparable TDIs. The s-line guys wouldn't save you much compared to an That the next 30 D in 50 TD is a line shape, but that car is aimed more at the coupe section of the large SUV market, a sector that BMW is targeting more directly with that swoopy er x6 model we mentioned earlier, what else Is it the Volvo xc90?

A good product, whose incomparable D5 diesel format would save you around £5000 on an x5 x drive 30 D, but it's boring to drive again, can only be had with seven seats and can't offer you anything bigger than a four-cylinder engine below. hood, what doom Land Rover has to offer inthis part of the market. Well, a Range Rover Villar looks good and would save you around £8,000 compared to a x5 X Drive 30 D in comparable D 275 form, but like the Jaguar F pace, it's a significantly smaller SUV. a Land Rover Discovery is close in size, but most x5 owners would consider it a bit of a clunky choice and it wouldn't save you much over an x5 X Drive 30 D if you ordered it in a 3 liter SD v6 version comparable.

The Range Rover Sport would be a closer option, but one of those incomparable SD v6s will cost you almost £10k more than an x5 X Drive 30 D, you see what I mean by it's hard to find an exact competitor for this. BMW, if you've come to that conclusion for yourself and decided that there's nothing like the x5 for you, then you'll need to know how generous BMW has been with the standard spec, so let's take a look at that now. Now, in addition to X Drive all-wheel drive, all models feature the sport version of BMW's 8-speed steptronic automatic transmission, meaning launch control is standard and, of course, In BMWs, there's a Drive performance control so you can adjust throttle steering and gear shift response through Eco Pro Comfort Sport Sport+ and adaptive modes.

The standard Dynamic Damper Control means those settings will also modify the quality. marching; We also really like the parking assistant that takes care of the acceleration, braking, steering and gear changes needed to maneuver into a space. includes an intelligent reversing assistant that remembers the steering movements made during the vehicle's last forward maneuver and replicates them when you move backwards, so that, for example, it takes over when you are reversing from a position parking lot you drove in the night before or control the car if you have to back up to 50 yards. It's really clever, beyond anything, that the x5 kit list is surprisingly extensive, and even the base X-line trim offers quite a bit.

We're impressed that BMW has included an air suspension in this level, an adaptive 2. axle setup with 80 millimeters of 5-level height adjustment and you also get 19-inch alloy wheels full LED headlights front fog lights roof rails and alarm a rear view parking camera integral parking sensors a power tailgate also headlights and wipers and a self parking system that takes you to refreshing spaces standard metallic paints - here we have arctic gray and inside there is velosca leather upholstery with electrically adjustable heating from sport seats ambient lighting cruise control automatic air conditioning leather sports steering wheel auto-dimming rearview mirror and a wireless charging mat for phones, we also like the welcome light mat that illuminates through the floor to guide you into the cabin when you unlock the doors at night and there's a new level of technology and connectivity, thanks to BMW's latest Live Cockpit Professional Package which provides it has a 12-point, 3-inch digital instrument cluster display and a 12-point 3-inch sensor - infotainment monitor that can be accessed via a touchscreen and iDrive touch controller Your voice or even gesture control via both screens can access the standard 205-watt speaker 10 - speaker , B audio system and connected navigation setup that can make proactive route suggestions while you drive, plus it features the latest 4G LTE connectivity, a Wi-Fi hotspot, a 50-gigabyte hard drive and Bluetooth phone pairing, giving you which reminds me that BMW has finally included Apple Carplay smartphone mirroring in one of its main models, although unfortunately it is only free for the first year, access to the Android automatic system is still missing in this fourth generation model, There are plenty more really smart digital connectivity features from the brand, including the full.

BMW ConnectedDrive suite of services, such as teleservices that can decide when a workshop visit is necessary and book it automatically and real-time traffic information that warns you about congestion on your chosen route, plus there's the BMW ConnectedDrive suite of vehicle apps. company to provide you access. to things like news reports, weather forecasts up to four days in advance, and highway toll information, plus the system can be updated remotely with new features and map updates, and of course, it will read text messages to you. x5 buyers now get a standard concierge service that with the push of a button will give you direct access to an operator who will be able to answer almost any question about your trip while you drive, if you've owned a BMW before you may be familiar with the standard Remote Services package that allows you to control many aspects of your car's operation via your smartphone and may also recognize the downloadable BMW Connected app, which also learns your frequent trips and lists them when you are most likely to drive them If you've decided to go with an X Drive 4 TI petrol variant or an . -er is hard to resist with its high-gloss Shadowline exterior finish, M aerodynamic body styling and larger 20-inch MSTAR spoked alloy wheels through which the calipers of the M Sport braking system glimpse. specific finishes for the steering wheel, mats and pedals, as expected, the powerful m50d variant receives the complete M Sport package, but adds many extras that justify its exalted and expensive status in the range, the wheels are elegant Rims of 22-inch V-spoke alloy with a distinctive cerium gray finish for the exhaust pipes.

The mirrors house the badge's side gills and front grille, you get an upgraded Harman Kardon audio system and adaptive LED headlights that adapt to road conditions and other drivers, plus there's a throaty M sports exhaust and an M sports differential. which distributes the chatter evenly to both rear wheels and helps get traction when cornering, unfortunately although you lose the air suspension with this derivative, you can add it back if you want, an adaptive M suspension package with steel springs is provided In two options, let's first cover the really key things for complete parity. With key rivals such as Audi, Mercedes and Volvo, you'll need to add a third row of seats for which BMW charges around £1,400 more each, which also includes a sliding function for the second row bench along with a seatback adjustment.

The middle row for families with children is a box worth checking. An optional feature that most kids would love is the Sky Lounge two-part panoramic glass roof, which includes 15,000 graphic patterns that generate an adaptable overhead display reminiscent of a starlit sky. The other main optional feature is Integral Active Steering, which turns the rear wheels in the same direction as the front wheels or in the opposite direction depending on the vehicle's speed, this allows for effortless lane changes, helps you weave through traffic from the city and facilitates a tighter turning circle with easier parking. It also optimizes cornering agility, which can further improve a conventional variant by paying more for the different M Sport; mentioned above, also as we said above, the m50d derivative has this m-sport differential as standard and can make this desirable variant a really smart driving tool by going even further. and paying extra for what BMW calls its adaptive EM suspension pro package, which is exclusive to this top derivative, this package includes the integral active steering system we were talking about with roll stabilization that compensates for body roll in corners to an almost disturbing degree when accelerating through corners.

In the unlikely event that you are purchasing a conventional model and your priorities when purchasing an ex off-road package, this includes under-protection elements, specific ride height settings and electronically controlled rear differential lock and for additional off-road driving modes X and X rocks X gravel and X snow, a head-up display included with the package and you get special Off-Road Interfaces for this and the two fascia screens, if you want to go further by checking the option box after you have looked at these key features, a good starting point would probably be with the various packages that BMW offers, all of them , including items that can of course also be ordered separately if you wish.

Technical comfort package that adds even more luxurious rear blinds. Seats with comfort specifications. Heated and cooled cup holders. Heated rear seats and comfort access system that allows remote power closing of the two-piece tailgate. Comfort Access also allows you to open this BMW with an Apple iPhone, the unlock function works with an NFC chip which, according to the brand, is more difficult to hack than the standard key, plus you can send the lock and access start your x5 to up to four friends and because your BMW profile can be stored as part of the brand's so-called open mobility cloud, your x5 will automatically be set to those people's preferred driving settings when they use your car.

All of the Comfort Package features just mentioned are additionally included in an even more desirable Comfort Plus package that also includes a soft-close feature for the doors for zoned air conditioning massage and cool ventilation for the front seats and a ambient air that infuses the interior with eight individually selectable sensors. You might also be interested in seeing the visibility package we have here. upgrades the headlights to the brand's most powerful laser light status with its exclusive EX design and adds a high beam assist feature and an Avast forward range of up to 500 meters. We would like the technology package that has been installed here, which gives you improved vision. 464-watt 9-channel Harman Kardon sound system, head-up display and parking assist, plus a surround-view camera system that includes panoramic, top-view and surround-view options, and you can even view it through your phone intelligent.

The technology package includes all options. Cool display key from BMW with its built-in color screen, among other things, this smart key allows remote control of the ventilation system so that, for example, you can heat or cool your car while you have breakfast and on the key screen you can You will be able to check if you close the doors when a service is due and how much fuel you have. Speaking of technology, you can upgrade your x5's in-cabin entertainment. In-cabin entertainment was cited quite significantly. We have already mentioned the Harman Kardon sound system which of course is also a standalone extra or if you are a true audiophile you can go further and get the powerful 1475 watt 20 channel Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system.

There's a rear-seat entertainment package that incorporates a pair of 10.2-inch touchscreens, remote controls, wireless headphones. and a Blu-ray player, other luxury items include a TV tuner and an optional zone air conditioning setup that adds a separately cooled zone to the rear of the car and cools the glovebox. Optional acoustic glazing would further enhance cabin refinement. What best suits you? You'll have to decide whether to proceed with this built-in connected car teaser package, which is only free for the first three months of ownership. This build at Microsoft switches 365 to your car so you can monitor your inbox and sync your calendar and includes connected BMWs. music package with this one, you open an account for unlimited music access with any of BMW's music partners, these are Napster, then you can listen to all your favorite songs or download them in the infotainment settings built into the hard drive of the aesthetic now if you are one of For those buyers who couldn't resist the appeal of the M Sport trim, your dealer will convince you to pay more for the M Sport Plus package we have here, which gives you 21" M light alloy wheels.inches larger, sun protection glass and the M finish.

Sports exhaust system, if you are really determined to pay BMW more for your choice of paint color, a Sunstone metallic finish is available, the X line variants can be spec with aluminum side steps and there are several different 20, 21 and 22-inch wheel options if you don't like the ones that come with your chosen trim level inside, you can specify softer extended merino leather upholstery. Additionally, you can choose to have the instrument panel and upper sections of the door cards upholstered in stitched leather and you can add different styles. of trim inlays in gloss striped wood, open port poplar, silver ash grain or gloss piano black, a handcrafted clear glass finish package is also available for the shift knob, dash volume controller, iDrive controller and start/stop button, as for the practicalities you can Of course add a tow bar, it's one of the electrically folding varieties, of course be sure to ask about adding run-flat tires to your option without cost on conventional models, but you must order them if you don't want them.

If you're stuck with a tire repair kit for the cabin, there's an optional Travel and Convenience system that adds a pair of extra USB ports in the front and multi-function mounts for the front seatbacks in the rear seat. People can connect things like tablets that most buyers will probably use. If you want the optional trunk package, which gives you an electronically adjustable boot rail cover on the load compartment floor and a storage net on the left wall of the load compartment, if you want to prevent small items from rolling around on the trunk while driving, BMW will do it too. selling you a luggage compartment separator net is fine with the standard kit and options, let's move on to consider the safety provisions and this g05 series generation model has had to pass stricter safety tests than previous versions, another reason For the wider, stiffer body, this can pass more stringent Euro end cap challenges, such as the side post test, which requires the passenger compartment not to deform if cars crash sideways into a rigid post at twenty miles per hour. , simulating a real-world impact against a pole or tree in such a situation this x5 curtain airbags could be a lifesaver and of course there are also the usual twin front and side airbags, plus a knee bag for the driver.

As expected, there are ISOFIX locks for front and rear child seats and the usual electronic assistance for traction and stability control mainly. DSC plus stability control and DTC traction control, there is a trailer stabilization function that will stop trailer sway if it was equipped with a trailer and hill start assist to prevent it from rolling backwards on uphill crossings, There is also a lot of peace of mind when braking with the complemented ABS system. Using CBC fade compensation or cornering brake control and a stylish brake drying system that keeps the brake discs moisture-free in wet weather, panic shops are aided by a brake assist system and advertised to following motorists using dynamic brake lights that emit a bright warning.

Get a multi-collision braking feature that, in the event of an impact, will keep brake pressure applied until you come to a complete stop. Tire pressure monitoring is also standard, as is a speed limit information screen that displays passing speed signs and displays them on the dashboard. Another interesting safety feature included as standard across the range is the attention assistant that monitors signs of drowsiness. This x5 is the first BMW model to use this configuration with a camera in the cabin instead of sensors on the steering wheel. The camera constantly scans your eyes for signs. In the event of undue exhaustion, the standard BMW emergency call with the Telus service system will also be highlighted, which, in the event of an accident, can automatically alert the emergency services.

This system not only gives them your exact GPS location but also provides recovery personnel with information about your speed and point of impact. how hard the seat belts were pulled, how many airbags went off, etc. If you were to have an accident, it would all mean not only that emergency crews would know exactly where you were, but that they would arrive at the scene more prepared and ready to take you. to safety from what could never be a life-saving difference. The settings have now been further improved to also activate automatically after low-speed collisions below the threshold for airbag deployment immediately after impact.

A message appears on the ocular system screen offering Contact BMW Accident Assistance directly. In addition, we must mention that, to meet current customer expectations, a full range of camera-driven safety features are included, the main ones of the BMW group in its active safety plus intelligent safety package, the key element of which, as is wait, it's autonomous. braking or as the Munich manufacturer calls it, forward collision warning with city braking, this system works as these types of configurations usually do at over 30 miles per hour, the vehicle scans the road ahead for possible accident hazards and, if one is detected, you will be warned and the brakes will be pre-conditioned for maximum effectiveness.

If you are traveling less than 30 miles per hour and do not respond to a detected hazard, the brakes will be applied automatically, reducing the severity of any resulting accident. and hopefully it will give you complete relief. There are two more standard active protectors. Features lane departure warning with steering boost notifies you if you cross the lane, outlines lines and speed limit information, images of traffic signs you pass and displays them on the dashboard, then with the push of a button , you can program the current limit into the speed limit assist system. to ensure that, in theory, you will never be hit by a speed camera again, if you want more in terms of safety technology other than the camera, then you will have to pay for the professional driving assistance package at additional cost which also includes the finest elements of BMW's autonomous driving technology, let's explain that package to you.

The autonomous driving part of the driving assistant professional package is mainly made up of two elements: the steering and lane control assistant, which makes corrective steering interventions at speeds of up to 130 miles per hour. You still have to keep your hands on the wheel at all times. We found it works particularly well in heavy traffic and there is active cruise control which regulates your distance to the car in front and, if necessary, can even slow down to a stop and start again plus the professional driving assistant pack has seven camera-operated safety features, the first of which is lane keep assist with active side collision protection, incorporating side collision warning and lane departure warning, all of which prevents you from exiting when there is a vehicle in your blind spot and adds a slight intervention in the steering that will make it easier for you to get back to where you should be on the road if you go off line.

We also like the front cross-traffic warning feature that alerts you of approaching vehicles if you're trying to exit an intersection and can't fully see the traffic coming toward you from either side. Rear Cross Traffic Warning is a feature that alerts you of approaching vehicles when you are reversing out of a space. There is also an evasion assist that gives you additional direction. assistance in critical situations where it is still possible to avoid an accident, for example someone stops suddenly in front of you or you suddenly have to make a dramatic lane change to avoid slow moving traffic, plus there is a crosswalk warning that incorporates a Yield warning that alerts you to traffic coming toward you from the sides at an intersection.

As the name suggests, the wrong-way warning makes a big deal if you forget about yourself and end up going the wrong way down a street. one-way and finally, the rear collision prevention function detects the possibility of a rear collision and warns traffic behind you to stop by activating the hazard lights. It's all very reassuring, this will undoubtedly be the last of the How efficient diesel engines are capable of being to a certain extent, although that is masked by two things. The first extra weight, the larger body and its additional luxury equipment, mean that the G05 series design tips the scales 40 kilos more than its F15 series predecessor, despite BMW's efforts to lighten things up this time. designing all the bodies, hinged panels, the front wings and some core.

Aluminum Structural Elements The other factor muddying BMW's efficiency efforts with this car has been the change in the way the industry now measures fuel and CO2 readings. The globally harmonized W LT p o light vehicle test procedure cycle used today produces much less appeal. readings than the previous ones offered by any DC or New Yo drive cycle because the test procedure is more relevant in the real world and in the real world we have regularly achieved 40 mpg in mixed motorization with this model X 5x drive 30 D that No Bad for a 2.2 ton large luxury SUV that's faster than a Golf GTI.

Official W LTP figures show this volume variant recording forty-five point six mpg on the combined cycle and 162g/km CO2 if you opt for the standard five. In the seated version, you'll do a little worse than that if you opt for the extra weight of the seven seats, which is significantly better than a rival Mercedes GLA 350d, opt for the extra power of the 400hp m50d diesel derivative and you'll get 40 1.5 m BG 179 grams per kilometer in five seats for both versions, of course they comply with the current EU 60 temperature emissions standard which dictates that they must have a gasoline particulate filter.

BMW's blue technology also adds a particular filter and an oxidation catalyst and NO x absorption catalysts. and an SCR catalyst with blue injection. You are probably already familiar with Ant Blue because most modern Euro-6 diesel power plants use it. It is a urea additive that mixes with the engine's hot exhaust gases as the urea combines with them. Its vapors convert many harmful chemicals into nothing more harmful than water and nitrogen, and that is what makes up most of Earth's atmosphere. Tell all that to the experts who talked as if diesel cars were solely responsible for smog in our cities.

If you care about satisfying these people and yourself, which performance is even better than what is possible in any x5 diesel, then you will need the clever xDrive 45 e petrol plug-in hybrid, a variant of which there was a plug-in petrol version of the previous F . 15 series more serious. A 3-liter 6-cylinder engine that generates 282 horsepower on its own and is further boosted by a 112 horsepower electric motor powered by a larger lithium-ion battery pack that is supposed to go almost 50 miles between charges easily enough to cover. For average commuter owners, that range figure is an increase of more than 60 percent from what the previous model could handle.

This could be fully charged in just 2 hours and 15 minutes from a dedicated charging point to help maximize efficiency. xDrive 45 II Drivers get an e Drive button that allows them to switch between Auto E Drive max e Drive modes and save battery In the first of these settings, the car will only run on electric power up to 50 miles per hour, but if you select max , the car will run has an all-electric top speed of 75 miles per hour in the economy position, the system sends as much power to the rear as possible for usefuture so you can store it until later in your journey, when you want to drive around town with zero Tailpipe Emissions Total emissions for this variant are 49 g/km, compared to 77 g/km for the x5 plug-in model. the previous generation.

The difference all this plug-in hybrid technology makes is clearly evident when you focus on the conventional xDrive 40 i petrol model which uses basically the same three-litre inline six-cylinder engine that you'll find in the xDrive 45 ii but obviously , without all the hybrid additions here, the combined cycle figure for a model 5 c is thirty-two point five. mpg and CO2 return is 197 grams per kilometer, but again, don't be put off by that, if you switch from an equivalent previous generation x5 petrol model, a series of engineering changes should ensure that this series car g05 has had a decent performance. a step up in efficiency, include the way the cylinder heads have been

redesigned

for the latest 350 bar injection pressures and now also feature a particulate filter, plus smarter cooling and a single row timing chain that reduces friction.

The xDrive 40 engine i've Aryans. It is almost 6 kilos lighter than the equivalent engine in the previous generation of the wait, and at highway speeds, cruise control can seamlessly decouple the engine from the transmission to reduce friction and consequently save fuel. Of course, the driver will also have to do his part. The figures just quoted assume that cars driven with the most frugal Eco driving performance control systems. In this configuration, Pro Mode, air conditioning and power steering only operate when necessary to save energy and are activates what is called a proactive driving assistant, which links to BMW's professional navigation system, allowing the car to detect braking situations in advance, such as when entering a vehicle.

Clear areas, speed limit zones, corners and filter lanes and prepare the driving system accordingly. You'll want to keep an eye on how frugal your recent mileage has been. a travel data part of the center - infotainment screens, the driving information section shows a fuel graph useful for We inform you that the same section also has a power flow graph that shows you at any time what is powered by what and there is a driving style analysis screen that rates your driving with ratings of up to five for anticipation and exhilaration and calculates the range of additional mileage. that more frugal driving has given optimized aerodynamics obviously makes a significant difference in economy - and BMW has developed what it calls air vents and air curtains, these devices located respectively behind and in front of the front wheel arches have as aim to reduce turbulence and therefore drag in the area around the front wheels, in addition, each x5 model has an active airflow, a kidney-shaped grille at the front with slats that remain closed when first started once, which helps the engine warm up to operating temperature as quickly as possible once.

That is achieved, the blades then open to help cooling, but can close again at higher speeds to improve the car's slippery feel. What else might you need to know? Routine maintenance is dictated by condition-based service that monitors the oil level and the engine we are taking. Taking into account how much time has passed and how far the cars have traveled since the previous visit to the workshop, you can check all this using the menus in the iDrive center - shows the center - car displays section tells you the level service requirements engine oil and your blue aunt level plus the car will give you four weeks' notice when checks are needed so you have enough time to book it and help plan ahead for the cost of regular work at the point of purchase, you will be will offer a BMW service-inclusive package that lasts three years and 36,000 miles.

After a one-off payment, you'll have peace of mind knowing that all normal work on the car has been paid for during this period, including items like oil spark plugs and filters that you can also insure your car through BMW, although like most the x5s will be financed with company money through a lease, this is likely to be included in that, as for insurance groups, this xDrive 30 D diesel has a group 45 rating and an X Drive 40 of gasoline with classification a. group 46 and the m50d is classified in group 50. The other big cost of ownership of a car of this type is depreciation, something that can often be easily forgotten in the excitement of ordering a new car.

With the BMW, you are on very safe ground. As the most popular extra 30 d variant always has a used line ready for buyers eager to purchase it on the second-hand market, this means that used prices are strong according to independent experts. The limit for this derivative can expect a retained value of 45 percent. after three years and 60,000 miles, which means that at the end of this period the xDrive 30 D model in M ​​Sport trim that we are testing here would still be worth twenty-six thousand seven hundred and seventy-five pounds, which is extremely competitive in its class for two decades.

The x5 model liners defined the type of car a large luxury SUV should be; No other model in this class is as easy to upgrade from a large luxury saloon, but once you've done it, all the crossover qualities that people look for in this segment are present and correct, the more assertive appearance, the position of Dominant handling, the added practicality and the extra tarmac capability, it's all there, but in a car that can tackle twisty tarmac with astonishing confidence for something so tall and heavy, we're pleased that this G05 Series model handles so well because its F-15 series predecessor didn't quite convince us in this regard and BMW has managed to make it so dynamically adept while producing an even more compelling blend of rich and sophisticated luxury.

This x5 will probably never regain dominant dominance. Market share reaches the mark a predecessor originally enjoyed, but BMW once again has the hardware to remind its closest German rivals who really developed the luxury 4x4 sector in the first place - of course, the competition for imitators is now much tougher and today there are rivals that could be said to shave this car in certain areas - you could choose a Mercedes GL e or an Audi q7 for maximum interior space, a Range Rover Sport for off-road prowess or a Porsche Cayenne for superior handling. more precise on asphalt, but can any of these rivals offer a greater complete total package, that's another question, not without reason, one in three X5 owners remain loyal to the range when the time comes to change their cars.

True, this may not be as attractive a design as it used to be, but it is still stunning and elegant. since it needs to be in the mud and is now very special inside, say for two and more relevant not only in terms of its lower running costs but also in its high-tech infotainment, ConnectedDrive intelligence and all this in addition to a series of virtues that more than ever offers as much driving flexibility as you could need, after all, this is a car with an economy quite close to that of an ordinary family car, but that can potentially keep up with a scale of sports cars , the lower slopes have been nervous and carrying seven people to the theater when everything is done, is from any point of view a very complete vehicle and now perhaps the most complete option in a segment with a lot of talent, when everything is said and done , is a reference point, just as the x5 have done. always has been