BMW X5 Facelift Launched in India; Design, Features, Prices and More Explained

BMW has introduced the redesigned X5 SUV in the country, with a modified outward appearance, updated interior components, and a mild hybrid system. The redesigned SUV will be offered in xLine and M Sport trim levels, with prices starting at Rs 93.90 lakh and going up to Rs 1.06 crore (ex-showroom). It will also be available with both petrol and diesel engine options. Roof rails and external trim made of shiny metal are offered as standard with the xLine variant. The M Sport model, on the other hand, features trapezoidal exhaust tips, a sharper bumper, and glossy black roof rails. According to industry reports, the luxury automaker will produce the model domestically at its plant in Chennai. Here are the top highlights of the revised SUV, which competes with the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Audi Q7, Volvo XC90, and more in India.

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2023 BMW X5: Powertrain

The BMW X5 comes with both petrol and diesel engine choices for 2023 – a 3.0-litre six-cylinder petrol engine, which produces 376bhp and 520Nm of torque and powers the xDrive40i, and a 3.0-litre six-cylinder diesel engine, which produces 282bhp and 650Nm of torque and powers the xDrive30d model. These units come with an all-wheel-drive system and an eight-speed automated gearbox.

Further, both engines receive an electric motor with 12bhp and 200Nm of torque. The claimed acceleration times for the diesel and petrol engines to reach from 0 to 100km/h are 6.1 seconds and 5.4 seconds, respectively. According to the manufacturer, the top speeds of the petrol and diesel models are 250km/h and 233km/h, respectively.

2023 BMW X5: Exterior & Interior

The SUV sports a new exterior design, which includes a rear bumper, lighted kidney grille, new taillights, and matrix-adaptable LED headlights with blue accents. M high-gloss Shadowline trim, a front apron that is exclusive to M, and black roof rails are all included in the M Sport trim. Moreover, its rear apron now features dark shadow-coloured inlays and trapezoidal exhaust tips. The SUV gets 21-inch alloy wheels as standard.

Aside from this, the updated interior of the cabin has a curved display, which includes a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, which runs on the most recent version of iDrive 8.0. The car also has a panoramic sunroof and an augmented reality heads-up display.

In terms of features, the X5 also offers four-zone climate control, Harman Kardon surround sound system, ambient lighting, glass highlights for touch surfaces, M Leather steering, etc.

2023 BMW X5: Prices 

Here is a breakdown of the SUV's variant-wise price structure:

-BMW X5 xDrive40i xLine: Rs 93.90 lakh
-BMW X5 xDrive40i M Sport: Rs 1.04 crore
-BMW X5 xDrive30d xLine: Rs 95.90 lakh
-BMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport: Rs 1.06 crore

All are ex-showroom prices.

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2023 BMW X5: Safety Features & Market Rivals 

For safety, the redesigned X5 has an electric parking brake with auto hold, cornering brake control, ISOFIX child seat mounts, 6 airbags, attentive assistance, a crash sensor, cruise control, remote parking, surround view camera, and more. As far as market competition is concerned, the 2023 BMW X5 rivals the likes of the Volvo XC90, Audi Q7, and Jeep Grand Cherokee.