Contents of the review:
- SUV appearance
- Car interior
- Specifications
- Security systems
- Price and configuration
BMW's first SUV was the X5. The model dates back to 1999, it was in this year that the SUV was shown for the first time at an exhibition in Detroit. Today there are only three generations, the first in the back of the E53, the second generation X5 E70 and the third generation BMW X5 F15. The last, third generation will be considered in the article.
Exterior BMW X5 F15
Comparing the three generations of the BMW X5 SUV, the changes were significant and with the naked eye, you can quickly tell where which generation is. Most of all, the front end gives out the generation of an SUV. The modern BMW X5 F15, although a bit like the X5 E70, is still quite different.
The center, front section is decorated with a classic chrome-plated radiator grille, consisting of two parts. A little lower, at the top of the front bumper, there is another radiator grill with a mesh insert. Starting with the base BMW X5, a front camera will be installed above the bumper grille, just a little lower between the center radiator grilles. LED fog lights are located on the right and left. BMW designers did not bother and left the foglights in the same location as on the restyled X5 E70.
The optics of the new BMW X5 F15 are based on LED technology, and have become adaptive, which was not in previous models. When cornering, the optics are able to highlight the dark areas of the road, also thanks to the pedestrian detection system, to highlight and point to pedestrians at night. In the middle of the optics, the BMW factory installs "angel eyes" in all configurations, they also serve as daytime running lights.
The lower part of the bumper of the BMW X5 F15, although massive, is not as expressive as in the previous generations of the E53 and E70 bodies. The usual equipment will be decorated with an additional grille at the bottom of the bumper with various sensors and sensors, and two aerodynamic holes on the sides of the bumper. BMW engineers calculated the side bumper holes in such a way that the air entering them goes out to the wheels, then part of the air is eaten by the wheels, and the other part comes out through the side gills located at the bottom of the front fenders.
It is no secret that in every series of BMW cars there are charged versions or better known as "M" -ki. The new generation BMW X5 F15 is no exception. It will take a lot of time to tell in detail about this configuration, so it is better to put it in a separate review. But what I want to say, only an experienced amateur can distinguish the usual configuration of the X5 F15 from the charged new BMW X5 M (removing the M-series nameplates). Otherwise, there are no outstanding external differences. The difference in the front is in a black radiator grille and a modified bumper, while the side mirrors will give out.
The bonnet of the new BMW X5 is reminiscent of the previous generation E70 in many forms. The same shapes and lines, echoing the severity of the front grille. Compared to the previous generation X5 E70, the new BMW X5 SUV has lost its formidable and scary look, especially for the charged M-series. As many experts say, the new X5 has become dull and does not catch up with fear, for which the first and second generation BMW E53 and E70 were so appreciated.
The side of the SUV, in addition to the already mentioned gills on the front fenders, received curved lines from the front wheel arch to the rear optics. Near the gills, on the front door, the engineers placed a nameplate indicating the equipment of the new BMW X5. The drive type (sDrive or xDrive), displacement and engine type will be indicated here. Depending on the configuration, the thresholds of the SUV can be decorated with additional overlays or steps can be installed.
The door handles were slightly modified, but still the technology and functions were left the same. Despite the novelty of the model, the BMW X5 F15 SUV still has the same "sores" as in the previous generation.
For BMW trim levels with the so-called "Shade of Line" in the folk style, the edging around the black glasses has not changed, after several dozen washes they simply fade and lose their shine. Although the black lining on the F15 door frames, separating the front and rear doors, saved from such a disease. Most likely this is due to the cheap and not resistant to chemicals quality of the material. According to the owners of the BMW X5 F15, the chrome edging turned out to be more resistant.
Starting in 2016, BMW has unveiled the new X5 F15 plug-in hybrid with the xDrive40e badge. The difference between this model is an additional hatch for recharging the batteries of the electric motor, it is located on the left front fender. This is the first plug-in hybrid BMW X5 and is quite economical, according to the passport, it has a consumption of 3.3-3.4 liters. per 100 km of track in a combined driving cycle. Whether this is true or not, it will be possible to find out only in practice, by measuring the actual fuel consumption.
Side mirrors can be considered no less interesting. They are visually divided into a body-colored upper section and a black lower section. The dividing, transparent strip, in turn, serves as a repeater of turns, and is clearly visible in any weather. The downside of these mirrors is the same small viewing angle, which cannot be said about the first generation BMW X5 E53, where the mirrors were large and thoughtful.
The rear of the new BMW X5 F15 hasn't changed much. The first thing that catches your eye is the new LED optics with pronounced lines. The rear optics have become aggressive, which cannot be hidden even when compared with the E70. As before, some were located on the trunk lid, and some on the body. Not so noticeable changes in the BMW F15 fell on the upper spoiler with a stop follower, it became longer and lower, as well as side skirts for the height of the glass. According to the manufacturer, in the new X5 F15 they serve to improve aerodynamics.
The boot lid of the new BMW X5 is still divided into two parts, the upper one opens upward, the lower one, respectively, downward. The drive to the upper part of the door can now both open and close the door from the passenger compartment. You can also close the door by pressing the corresponding button on it, at the end. The lower part of the luggage compartment of the BMW F15 in the open position will calmly withstand two people of average configuration, some use it as a seat.
The lower part of the bumper will change depending on the equipment of the new BMW X5. In the usual version, the rear bumper will remind many of the previous X5 E70. The lower part is adorned with two chromed exhaust tips, a diffuser between the exhaust pipes, and two horizontal foglights. In the BMW F15 M-series, the rear fog lights will be vertical on the side bumper.
With these shapes, the dimensions of the third generation BMW X5 F15 are:
- SUV length - 4886 mm;
- width - 1938 mm (in the M50d configuration - 1985 mm);
- height of the BMW X5 F15 - 1762 mm;
- wheelbase - 2933 mm;
- ground clearance (clearance) BMW - 209 mm.
Not to say that the changes in the X5 F15 are so big in size, but still there. As for the body color of the new SUV, for the most part these are strict dark shades. BMW X5 F15 will be presented in:
- White;
- black;
- carbon black;
- black sapphire;
- gray metallic;
- silver;
- Navy blue;
- graphite;
- white metallic;
- Brown;
- cedar.
The body color is consistent with the premium class of the car. Although BMW does not restrict the buyer for an additional fee to custom paint it. The buyer will also be given a considerable list of optional accessories, various moldings, door covers, sun visors and more. The standard X5 F15 is mounted on 19 ″ alloy wheels. The volume of the fuel tank of the BMW F15 is not small enough - 85 liters.
Talking about the appearance of the BMW X5 F15, many fans expected big changes, especially for the M-series models, but apart from the color of the radiator grille and small details, there is nothing more to give such a formidable look as it did on previous generations of charged X5 M SUVs.
Salon of the third generation BMW X5 F15
For those who expected big changes in the interior of the new BMW X5 F15, they will still be upset. In the new SUV, the designers decided to move the touchscreen display of the multimedia system above the panel and make it sort of retractable, but in reality it is stationary and does not move. The dimensions of the display itself have changed for the better, instead of 6.5 ″ in the previous generation BMW X5 E70, in the new X5 F15 a 10.25 ″ touchscreen display. The new multimedia system can work with both Android and CarPlay, and there is no need to worry about which system was pre-installed by the manufacturer.
Further, the arrangement of devices, as in the BMW X5 E70, except that the designers have changed them in form. Under the display there are two openings for air supply, an emergency parking button and a button to enter the multimedia system menu. Going down below is the dual-zone climate control panel. It was expected that the dial of the BMW X5 F15 and other temperature management indicators would be brought to the center display, but alas, the designers decided to leave everything as before.
A rather good audio system is located under the climate, starting from the basic configuration of the BMW X5 F15, four high-quality speakers will be installed. Despite the standard look, the panel has disappeared, where the buttons for controlling the heated seats and the button for opening the gas tank hatch were located. Most of them were placed near the automatic transmission lever. There is also an electromechanical handbrake, buttons for selecting the suspension mode (Sport, Comfort) and a menu control knob on the display of the BMW multimedia system. Behind the lever of the BMW X5 F15 is a spacious armrest with a variety of charges, including wireless. In the maximum configuration, the armrest will have a built-in refrigerator for drinks, as well as cup holders with a heating or cooling function. The button for opening the tailgate of the BMW F15 is now located on the driver's armrest.
The dashboard change was most anticipated, but as many point out, no detail has changed. They expected a large display instead of analog devices, but the designers decided to leave everything the same. The speedometer is located on the left, and the tachometer on the right. The central part of the BMW X5 is reserved for various indicators and sensors, the lower part shows the distance traveled and the temperature.
The steering wheel is almost unchanged, as well as the instrument panel, the same shape and silver insert. On the side spokes there are buttons for controlling the menu of the multimedia system, a connected smartphone, calls and SMS dialing. Behind the wheel are paddles for shifting gears and levers for controlling signals and other functions, like cruise control. Behind the dashboard of the BMW X5 F15, there is a head-up display capable of displaying information about the condition of the car, navigation maps and warning about recognized signs on the road.
The interior of the new BMW X5 F15 SUV is different. A large number of plastic wood inserts, polished aluminum inserts and high-quality leather upholstery.
The designers tried to update the BMW seats, and we can say they succeeded, the sporty style, comfortable fit and soft enough will allow you to drive more than one hundred kilometers without stopping. But still, the fact that the backrest moves well enough when the rear passenger grabs or leans on it remains a sore spot in the BMW X5.
The rear row of seats of the BMW F15 also turned out to be good, enough space and a good fit. If you need to carry two or more passengers, including children, then it is the X5 that should be taken, and not the X6, since the latter has a partition in the rear seats. It still eats up the necessary space and spoils the comfort a little.
Only high-quality leather of the following shades will be used as a material for interior decoration of the BMW F15:
- combination of black and white;
- dark brown;
- black;
- light brown;
- combination of beige and black.
For an additional $ 1300, the BMW buyer will be offered leather upholstery:
- snow white;
- brown-beige;
- gray;
- gray-brown.
The quality of the BMW X5 upholstery also left much to be desired, when buying a new car, take a good look at all the seams for quality and if there are any threads hanging on the stitching. According to the owners of the X5 F15, after a year and a half, such things begin to appear.
Technical data of the SUV BMW X5 F15
The variety of engines in the new BMW X5 F15 has not become less than the previous one, it can even be said increased, thanks to the emergence of a plug-in hybrid version, aka xDrive40e. First of all, it is worth paying attention to the markings on the side of the X5 F15 SUV. The presence of the sDrive nameplate will indicate rear-wheel drive, and there can be no talk of front-wheel drive. This variant of the BMW X5 SUV will only be available on the X5 sDrive 35i. The package includes a gasoline six-cylinder turbocharged engine with a volume of 3 liters. As a rule, such a configuration will be offered in the States and neighboring countries.
For the market of Russia and neighboring countries, gasoline, diesel and hybrid versions of the BMW F15 engines will be available, while the drive will only be full and permanent (xDrive). Each of the options will be offered with an eight-speed automatic transmission or Steptronic sports automatic transmission. The first on the list is the BMW X5 xDrive35i, under the hood is a 3-liter, 6-cylinder, 24-valve gasoline engine. The power of such an engine is 306 hp. at 6000 rpm, maximum torque 400 Nm. BMW accelerates to the first hundred in 6.5 seconds and a top speed of 235 km / h. Fuel consumption in the city - 11.3 liters, outside the city - 6.9 liters, and in the combined cycle - 8.5 liters.
The second variant of the BMW petrol unit is the 8-cylinder xDrive50i. Engine capacity 4.4 liters., 450 hp. and a maximum torque of 650 Nm. It can accelerate to 100 km / h in 5 seconds, and the maximum speed is 250 km / h. Consumption in the urban cycle is 14.1 liters, outside the city - 8.3 liters, and in the combined cycle - 10.5 liters.
The hybrid version of the BMW X5 F15 will be powered by the xDrive40e engine. Unit volume 2 l. and is designed for 4 cylinders. Total power 313 HP of which 85 horses fall on the electric motor. Maximum torque 350 Nm. Acceleration to hundreds takes 6.8 seconds. and the maximum speed is 210 km / h. As for the consumption of the hybrid X5 F15, it will take 4.2 liters in the city, 3 liters outside the city, and 3.4 liters in the combined cycle.
As for the diesel engines BMW X5 in the back of the F15, the manufacturer presented a fairly large selection. The first is the xDrive25d, a 2L diesel unit. 4 cylinders. The power is 218 hp. at 450 Nm of torque. Acceleration to 100 km / h will take 8.2 seconds, which is an order of magnitude more than previous units. The maximum speed is 220 km / h. As for the fuel consumption of the BMW X5 F15, it is 6.8 liters in the city, 5.4 liters in the country, and 5.9 liters in the combined cycle.
The next is the BMW X5 xDrive30d, which has an engine capacity of 3 liters. 6 cylinders. Unit power 258 HP at 560 Nm of torque. Considering the volume and power, in this version the X5 F15 has become faster, it can accelerate to 100 km / h in 6.9 seconds, and the maximum speed is 230 km / h. In terms of fuel consumption, the unit also became a little gluttonous, it will eat 7.1 liters in the city, 5.7 liters outside the city, and 6.2 liters in the combined cycle.
The penultimate version of the BMW F15 xDrive40d also has a volume of 3 liters. The power of such a unit is 313 hp. at 630 Nm of torque. The X5 SUV with such a unit will overcome the first hundred in 5.9 seconds, and will be able to accelerate to a maximum of 236 km / h. Diesel consumption in the city is 7.2 liters, outside the city - 5.8 liters, with a combined driving cycle, 6.3 liters will be required.
The latest and most powerful diesel engine is the BMW M50d. Engine capacity 3 liters. at 6 cylinders, the maximum torque is 740 Nm, and the power is 381 hp. Fuel consumption in this version of the X5 F15 in the city is 7.6 liters, outside the city - 6.2 liters, in the combined cycle, 6.7 liters are required. diesel fuel. The SUV can accelerate to 100 km / h in 5.3 seconds, and the maximum speed will be 250 km / h.
The weight of the new BMW X5 in the F15 body starts at 2,070 kg and largely depends on the configuration of the SUV.The turning circle of the X5 will be about 12.8 meters. The volume of the luggage compartment with the rear seats folded out is 650 liters. All engines in any configuration meet the Euro VI standard.
BMW X5 F15 safety
Any driver is primarily interested in how safe his car is. The new BMW X5 F15 is well thought out in this regard and is equipped with a considerable number of safety systems. The first is airbags, there will be at least six of them around the perimeter of the BMW X5 F15. Airbag for driver and passenger, as well as side airbags. In addition, side curtain airbags will be installed to protect against side impact.
According to the list of active security systems in the BMW X5 F15, one can note the presence of an all-round visibility system, a parking assistant. Night vision system with pedestrian recognition and interference detection. Adaptive cruise control with full car control in traffic jams will help you relax and not worry about a minor accident. Blind spot monitoring, traction control and hill start and hill assist are standard on the new BMW X5.
In more expensive trim levels, new seat belts with airbags will be installed. This innovation is planned to be introduced over time in all BMW cars, starting with the basic configuration. When buying a new BMW X5 in the back of F15, it is worth remembering that the manufacturer does not limit the buyer with a list of security options, if desired, for an additional fee, you can install any option even in the basic configuration, since all fasteners and necessary mechanisms are initially preinstalled.
Price for complete set BMW X5 F15
Speaking about the trim levels of the new BMW X5 in the back of the F15, it's hard to say what the final price will be, since each buyer selects the list of functions and systems that he will use. It is possible that the BMW F15 will have at least 2-3 functions that you will use very rarely or will not use at all.
To understand how much the new BMW X5 SUV in the F15 body will cost, consider its configuration and cost. The price is for a complete set with an automatic transmission Steptronic (sports automatic transmission Steptronic):
- BMW X5 F15 xDrive35i - from RUB 3,860,000 (from 3,892,400 rubles);
- X5 xDrive50i - from RUB 4,910,000 (from 4942400 rub.);
- hybrid version of the BMW X5 F15 xDrive40e - from 4,680,000 rubles. (from 4703800 rub.);
- diesel X5 with xDrive25d trim starts at RUB 4,060,000. (only conventional automatic transmission Steptronic);
- X5 xDrive30d - from RUB 4,020,000 (from 4,052,400 rubles);
- equipment BMW X5 xDrive40d - from 4,330,000 rubles. (from 4,362,400 rubles);
- the most expensive diesel X5 M50d will cost from 5,310,000 rubles. (only available with Steptronic sports automatic transmission).
If we take charged BMW X5 M-series SUVs, then their price starts around 6,500,000 rubles, but there is definitely no maximum, as far as the buyer's imagination is enough. During the first years of operation, the new X5 in the back of the F15 gained both positive and negative reviews, but despite the many comments of the owners, the engineers are still in no hurry to remove the errors.
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