Updated BMW X5 Launched In India At ₹1 Crore

BMW India has introduced the updated BMW X5, offering more luxury, technology, and driving performance in its latest avatar. Locally produced at BMW’s plant in Chennai, the new X5 is available across dealerships in both petrol and diesel variants.

Prices (ex-showroom, India)

BMW X5 xDrive30d – ₹1.02 crore

BMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport Pro – ₹1.15 crore

BMW X5 xDrive40i – ₹1.00 crore

BMW X5 xDrive40i M Sport Pro – ₹1.13 crore

What’s New

xOffroad Package (Standard): Four terrain modes – xSand, xRocks, xGravel, xSnow – plus reinforced underbody protection.

M Sport Pro Package: Sporty design with blacked-out kidney grille, M Sport exhaust, red brake calipers, piano black trim, and M seat belts.

Adaptive 2-Axle Air Suspension and Comfort Seats as standard for all variants.

Design and Technology

The updated X5 features Matrix Adaptive LED headlights with blue accents, 21-inch alloys, and signature L-shaped rear lights. Inside, it gets the BMW Curved Display (12.3-inch + 14.9-inch), Harman Kardon sound system, four-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof, and the latest iDrive with BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.

Powertrains

Petrol (xDrive40i): 3.0-litre 6-cylinder, 381 hp, 520 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 5.4 seconds.

Diesel (xDrive30d): 3.0-litre 6-cylinder, 286 hp, 650 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 6.1 seconds.

Both engines include a 48V mild-hybrid system for improved efficiency.

Safety and Assistance

Standard features include Parking Assistant Professional with surround view, Reversing Assistant, remote parking via smartphone, Attentiveness Assistant, multiple airbags, Dynamic Stability Control, and ISOFIX mounts.

Rivals in India

With its refreshed design and off-road-focused xOffroad package, the new BMW X5 will take on luxury SUV rivals such as the Mercedes-Benz GLE, Audi Q7, Volvo XC90, and Range Rover Velar in the Indian market.