The 2023 X5 gets a revised front fascia and updated cabin with dual integrated displays
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The BMW X5 facelift features the current design language of the brand.
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The design is differentiated by new headlamps, taillamps, and updated grille.
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The cabin now includes a 12.3-inch digital driver’s display and a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen.
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It still offers a panoramic glass roof, powered and ventilated front seats, and plush upholstery.
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The turbo-petrol and diesel powertrains have been updated with 48V mild-hybrid tech for improved performance.
The BMW X5 is a popular mid-size SUV in the luxury segment. The facelifted version has now been launched in India. It is available in two variants, offering both petrol and diesel engines. The prices are as follows:
BMW X5 Variants |
Petrol (xDrive40i) |
Diesel (xDrive30d) |
xLine |
Rs 93.90 lakh |
Rs 95.90 lakh |
M Sport |
Rs 1.04 crore |
Rs 1.06 crore |
The facelifted X5 has a price premium of around Rs 6 lakh over the previous iteration for the top-spec M Sport variants.
What’s new with the facelifted X5?
The 2023 X5 features a revised front fascia with vertically-oriented air intakes on the new front bumper. The main grille is larger and now illuminated, and the LED headlamps have a sleeker design with a new light signature. The rear of the SUV has a redesigned layout for the LED taillamps. The M Sport variant has blacked-out elements for a sportier look.
Inside the cabin, the facelifted X5 features the current BMW dashboard with dual integrated displays – a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen. It also has an ambient lighting bar around the dashboard for the front passenger area.
New X5 Powertrains
The BMW X5 still comes with 3-litre turbo-petrol and diesel engines, but they now have 48V mild-hybrid tech for increased performance. Here are the details:
Variant |
xDrive40i |
xDrive30d |
Engine |
3-litre, six-cylinder |
3-litre, six-cylinder |
Power |
381PS |
285PS |
Torque |
520Nm |
650Nm |
Transmission |
8-speed AT |
8-speed AT |
All-wheel-drive is standard for the X5.
Still Feature-rich
The BMW X5 comes with a range of features including a panoramic glass roof, active seat ventilation, electrically adjustable front seats, and a powered split-tailgate in the top variant. The xLine trim has Sensafin upholstery while the M Sport variant offers a choice of brown or white leather upholstery. The new X5 rides on 21-inch alloys as standard. The M Sport variant has air suspension for a plush ride quality. In terms of safety, it comes with six airbags, dynamic stability control, hill descent control, tyre pressure monitor, ISOFIX child seat mounts, and Active Park assist.
Rivals
The BMW X5 facelift will compete against the Mercedes-Benz GLE, Volvo XC90, Range Rover Velar, and the Audi Q7.
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