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BMW Launches X5 xDrive45e In U.S.: Releases Specs, Range And Price

The available battery capacity in the North American version significantly differs from the European one though.

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By: Mark Kane

Jun 10, 2020 at 4:54pm ET

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Today, BMW officially announced the market introduction of the BMW X5 xDrive45e, the 2nd model evolution of the plug-in hybrid X5, which will go on sale in July 2020.

The X5 Sports Activity Vehicle will be offered from $65,400 (as rumored) plus $995 Destination, which after deducting the $7,500 federal tax credit will translate into an effective price of $58,895.

The new version got a huge 24 kWh battery, but there is a catch, compared to the European version. In Europe, 21.6 kWh is usable and the range is up to 67-87 km (41.6-54 miles) WLTP depending on the version. In the U.S., the available battery capacity is surprisingly low - 17.06 kWh or just 71% of the total. We have no explanation about the 7 kWh buffer.

It surely affects the all-electric range of such a big vehicle, which is estimated at 30 miles (48 km) EPA. A lot less than in the case of upcoming Toyota RAV4 Prime and Ford Escape PHEV (respectively 42 miles and 37 miles). For now, none of those three new PHEVs got an official rating on the EPA's website.

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BMW Triples All-Electric Range Of X5 PHEV With 24 kWh (Specs)

BMW U.S. Plant In Spartanburg Doubles Battery Production Capacity

The BMW X5 xDrive45e is produced locally in the U.S., at the Plant Spartanburg, South Carolina, including battery packs.

For your convenience, we attached the press release with all the details, including standard equipment and options.

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Specifications - U.S.

    X5 xDrive45e Seats -- 5 Number of Doors -- 5 Drive type -- AWD Length inches 194.3 Width inches 78.9 Width including mirrors inches 87.3 Height inches 68.7 Wheelbase inches 117.1 Ground clearance inches 8.3 Turning radius feet 20.7 Shoulder width front inches 60 Shoulder room rear inches 58.1 Legroom front inches 39.8 Legroom rear inches 37.4 Headroom front inches 40.7 Headroom rear inches 38.7 Trunk volume (SAE) ft³ 33.1 Fuel Tank capacity gallons 18.2 Curb weight lbs. 5,672 Gross vehicle weight lbs. 6,967 Payload lbs. 937 Tow capacity, 12% braked  lbs. 5,940 Tow capacity with factory hitch lbs. 7,200       Engine type -- B58B30M1 SULEV30 Cylinders -- 6 Valves per cylinder -- 4 Bore x Stroke mm  82.0 x 94.6 Displacement cm³ 2,998 Compression rate :1 11 Engine power hp 282 @ 5,000 – 6,000 rpm Engine torque ft-lbs. 331 @ 1,500 – 3,500 rpm Fuel type -- gasoline Recommended Fuel -- Premium Engine oil capacity quarts 6.9       Electrical machine   Synchronous traction Peak e-machine power hp 111 @ 5,000 rpm Peak e-machine torque ft-lbs. 77 @ 5,000 rpm       Combined power  hp 389 Combined torque ft-lbs. 443       Battery type   Lithium-ion High voltage battery  Ah / Volts 68 / 354 Battery capacity, gross (net) kWh 24 (17.06) Charging time 0-80% 3.7 kW (1.1 kW) hours 4.0 (13.3) Charging time 0-100% 3.7 kW (1.1 kW) Hours 5.3 (17.7)       Transmission type -- GA8P75HZ Transmission type -- automatic Gear ratios 1st gear -- 4.71 2nd -- 3.14 3rd -- 2.11 4th -- 1.67 5th -- 1.29 6th -- 1 7th -- 0.84 8th -- 0.67 Reverse gear -- 3.32 Final drive ratio -- 3.64       Power-steering type -- EPS Steering ratio :1 16.4 / 18.7       Tires 19” standard front & rear -- 265/50R19 110H XL A/S Wheels 19” standard front & rear inches 9.0J x 19 LM Tires 20” optional front & rear   275/45R20 110H XL A/S Wheels 20” optional front & rear inches 9.0J x 20 LM Tires 21” optional front   275/40R21 107Y XL Perf. Tires 21” optional rear   315/35R21 111Y XL Perf. Wheels 21” optional front & rear inches  9.5J x 21 / 10.5J x 21       Track, front  inches 66.1 Rear, track inches 66.9 Cx -- 0.35       0-60 mph seconds 5.3 Top speed (with perf. tires) mph 130 (146) Top speed electric only mph 84 EPA Fuel Economy, city / hwy mpg  TBD EPA estimated electric only range miles 30

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THE 2021 BMW X5 XDRIVE45E PHEV SPORTS ACTIVITY VEHICLE.

**Woodcliff Lake, NJ – June 10, 2020…**Today, BMW proudly launches the 2nd generation plug-in hybrid X5 Sports Activity Vehicle, the newest addition to the U.S. X5 lineup. The U.S. X5 xDrive45e The U.S. X5 xDrive45e arrives with a SULEV Super ultra-low emissions vehicle rating which can bring additional benefits in states which offer special consideration to drivers of electrified vehicles, such as high occupancy lane access stickers.

 
The X5 xDrive45e is built at Plant Spartanburg, South Carolina, BMW Group’s largest global production plant. In 2019, the high-voltage battery assembly area at Plant Spartanburg was doubled in size in preparation for the new X3 xDrive30e and X5 xDrive45e. 120 people currently work on the battery assembly line.
 
New 6-cylinder BMW Twin Power Turbo PHEV Drivetrain
 
The new x5 xDrive45e greatly enhances performance over the previous X5 xDrive40e with a 3.0 liter 6-cylinder TwinPower turbocharged internal combustion engine (replacing the previous generation’s 2.0 liter 4-cylinder TwinPower turbocharged motor) BMW’s latest eDrive technology and a larger, more advanced high-voltage electric battery.
 
The combined power of the new PHEV drivetrain is 389 hp, a bump of 81 hp over the previous generation. Torque is now 443 ft-lb, an increase of 111 ft-lbs. 0 to 60 mph acceleration time is 5.3 seconds, 1.2 seconds faster than before. The prodigious amount of torque also allows for a factory-installed optional trailer hitch (rated for 7,200 lbs. of towing).
 
The high-voltage battery grows in size to 24 kWh, up from the previous X5 xDrive40e’s 12 kWh capacity. As a result, electric-only range doubles from a previous EPA rating of 14 miles to a new EPA estimated 30-mile range. Electric-only top speed increases from 75 mph to 84 mph. The high-voltage battery is positioned in the underbody of the X5, minimizing impact on cargo space. With the rear seats up, cargo space is only 0.8 cubic feet less than the standard X5. With the rear seats folded, cargo space is 1.1 cubic feet less.
 
Drive Modes
 
The X5 xDrive45e features three drive modes:
 
Hybrid – the default mode upon start up. This fully automatic setting allows the advanced electronics to determine the most efficient or performance-oriented combined use of gasoline and electric power based on driver input.  Electric-only driving may be experienced at speeds up to 68 mph in this mode.
 
Electric – This electric only mode can be used at speeds up to 84 mph. The driver can change back to hybrid mode by either pushing the throttle pedal through the kick-down position or via the eDrive button on the center console.
 
Sport – This keeps the combustion engine engaged for particularly sporty driving and allows for more aggressive energy regeneration from engine and mechanical braking.
 
Intelligent xDrive all-wheel drive and Sport Steptronic transmission
 
The BMW intelligent xDrive system offers a rear-biased setup to enhance both spirited performance driving and all-season traction on differing road surfaces, from dry to slippery. 
 
The standard eight-speed Sport Steptronic transmission’s intelligent connectivity enables it to adapt its shift strategy according to the route and driving situation by working with the navigation system and if equipped, combining this data with information from the Active Cruise Control system’s radar sensor. This makes it possible for the transmission to shift proactively instead of reactively insuring that the vehicle is always in the correct gear for the upcoming road conditions.
 
Suspension
 
A double-wishbone front and five-link rear suspension give the new BMW X5 xDrive45e agile yet comfortable road handling plus enhanced traction off the beaten track. The standard Dynamic Damper Control system uses electronically controlled shock absorbers to sharpen the X5’s handling dynamics at the same time as increasing ride and suspension comfort. The driver can select from the two performance settings – Hybrid or Sport – using the Driving Experience Control switch.
 
The standard two-axle air suspension offers individual control for each corner using an electrically driven compressor with pressure reservoir, making it possible to balance out an unevenly loaded car. Thanks to the linkup with the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system, the vehicle load registered by the air suspension’s sensors can also be factored into braking modulation. The X5’s ride height can be changed among five selectable levels at the touch of a button. The driver is also able to adjust the body’s ground clearance for off-road driving to a maximum of 1.6 inches above the standard setting. Another button lowers the car’s height by 1.6 inches to make loading and unloading of the vehicle easier.
 
Wheels and Tires
 
Standard equipment on the 2021 X5 xDrive45e are:

 
Optional wheel and tire packages include:

 
Exterior Paint Finishes
 
The X5 xDrive45e is available in a choice of 9 non-metallic and metallic paint finishes.

 
Interior Upholstery and Trim
 
Standard Sensatec upholstery in either Canberra Beige/Black or in Black offers leather-like surfaces while providing additional wear resistance for active owners.
 
Optional Vernasca Leather in:

 
BMW Individual Extended Merino Leather is available as an option in:

 
 
Fineline Stripe Wood High Gloss trim is standard. Available alternative trim finishes include:

 
Live Cockpit Professional with iDrive 7 and new BMW Maps
 
The standard Live Cockpit Professional in the BMW X5 xDrive45e brings the latest-generation of BMW’s iDrive interface and is composed of a high-resolution digital 12.3” instrument cluster display behind the steering wheel and a 12.3” touchscreen center display. The system offers haptic controls for the iDrive controller, an advanced tablet-like touch interface, stunning visualizations and the largest displays in BMW’s vehicle lineup.
 
iDrive 7 in the X5 xDrive45e includes standard navigation with new BMW Maps, a digital cloud-based feature which offers faster route calculations and dynamic recalculation based on precise real-time traffic data. The route is worked out using an anticipatory approach, meaning upcoming traffic along the entire route is factored into the calculation of the expected arrival time. Complete traffic data is now available for less-traveled roads, too. Hazard warnings transmitted online from the BMW fleet now reach the car even faster thanks to connected navigation. These improvements help to produce a very accurate estimate of arrival time and improved route guidance.  The destination input function has also been improved and now lets the driver enter any word. Alternatively, the destination can be entered at any time simply by voice control. Plus, points of interest (POIs) along the route are described in greater detail, with reviews, opening times and photos.
 
Other elements of the BMW Live Cockpit Professional are two USB-C ports, plus Bluetooth interfaces. The vehicle can automatically detect the driver and his/her personal settings by either using the traditional vehicle key or by downloading the driver’s personal settings in the BMW Cloud. Drivers can enjoy the full benefits of the car’s intelligent connectivity capabilities through vehicle apps such as news, weather, office and online search.
 
 
 
 
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Compatibility
 
The new 2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e offers standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Google Assistant, Google Maps, music streaming services like Spotify and Amazon Music and the WhatsApp messaging service are now available to both iPhone and Android users.
 
Driver Assistance Systems
 
The 2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e is available with a wide variety of standard and optional driver assistance systems. The systems relieve strains on the driver in monotonous situations, such as traffic jams, or when driving long distances. The driver assistance systems process camera images as well as the data gathered by ultrasonic and radar sensors to monitor the vehicle’s surroundings, warn of potential hazards and minimize the risk of an accident with corrective braking or steering inputs.
 
The standard Active Driving Assistant on the new BMW X5 xDrive45e includes Blind Spot Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Collision Warning, Frontal Collision Warning and Pedestrian Warning with City Collision Mitigation (which now also alerts the driver if cyclists are detected) Cross Traffic Alert Rear and Speed Limit Information.
 
The optional Driving Assistance Professional Package offers comprehensive assistance for comfortable and safe driving. This package includes Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function. It can be used at speeds up to 130 mph and maintains the desired speed while taking the traffic situation into account and the selected distance to vehicles in front. If required, the system is able to brake, stop the car and pull away again automatically after being stationary for up to 30 seconds, meaning greater comfort in stop-start traffic. Camera images and data from a front radar system are used for distance control.
 
Another component of the Driving Assistance Professional Package is the Lane Keeping Assistant with Active Side Collision Protection. This system is designed to help the driver guide the vehicle back on to the correct path with an active turn of the steering wheel. Besides emitting visual warning signals and causing the steering wheel to vibrate, Active Side Collision Protection also uses active steering intervention to help avoid a collision. Moreover, this package includes Extended Traffic Jam Assistant for limited access highways, which allows for even more relaxed driving at speeds lower than 40 mph during highly congested highway traffic situations. The Driving Assistance Professional Package includes Evasion Aid, which now also reacts to pedestrians, and Front Cross Traffic Alert – which reduces the danger of a collision when maneuvering toward roads that are obstructed from the driver’s view.
 
The drive recorder, a new feature on the optional Parking Assistance Package, uses the cameras of the various driver assistance systems to record video footage from the front and/or rear view points of the vehicle before storing the recordings. The saved video files can be either watched later on the center control display when the car is stationary or exported via the USB port. When activated, the drive recorder shoots and stores up to 40 seconds of video. In the event of a collision, a period of up to 20 seconds around the moment of impact is automatically recorded and saved.
 
Standard Equipment
 
The X5 xDrive45e’s comprehensive list of standard equipment includes:
 

 
 

 
Optional Packages and Equipment
 
The X5 xDrive45e features optional packages and stand-alone equipment to further enhance the driving and ownership experience.
 
Convenience Package

 
Driving Assistance Professional Package

Luxury Seating Package

 
M Sport Package

 
Parking Assistance Package

 
Premium Package

 
 
Executive Package

 
Stand-Alone Options

 
Specifications

    X5 xDrive45e Seats -- 5 Number of Doors -- 5 Drive type -- AWD Length inches 194.3 Width inches 78.9 Width including mirrors inches 87.3 Height inches 68.7 Wheelbase inches 117.1 Ground clearance inches 8.3 Turning radius feet 20.7 Shoulder width front inches 60 Shoulder room rear inches 58.1 Legroom front inches 39.8 Legroom rear inches 37.4 Headroom front inches 40.7 Headroom rear inches 38.7 Trunk volume (SAE) ft³ 33.1 Fuel Tank capacity gallons 18.2 Curb weight lbs. 5,672 Gross vehicle weight lbs. 6,967 Payload lbs. 937 Tow capacity, 12% braked  lbs. 5,940 Tow capacity with factory hitch lbs. 7,200       Engine type -- B58B30M1 SULEV30 Cylinders -- 6 Valves per cylinder -- 4 Bore x Stroke mm  82.0 x 94.6 Displacement cm³ 2,998 Compression rate :1 11 Engine power hp 282 @ 5,000 – 6,000 rpm Engine torque ft-lbs. 331 @ 1,500 – 3,500 rpm Fuel type -- gasoline Recommended Fuel -- Premium Engine oil capacity quarts 6.9       Electrical machine   Synchronous traction Peak e-machine power hp 111 @ 5,000 rpm Peak e-machine torque ft-lbs. 77 @ 5,000 rpm       Combined power  hp 389 Combined torque ft-lbs. 443       Battery type   Lithium-ion High voltage battery  Ah / Volts 68 / 354 Battery capacity, gross (net) kWh 24 (17.06) Charging time 0-80% 3.7 kW (1.1 kW) hours 4.0 (13.3) Charging time 0-100% 3.7 kW (1.1 kW) Hours 5.3 (17.7)       Transmission type -- GA8P75HZ Transmission type -- automatic Gear ratios 1st gear -- 4.71 2nd -- 3.14 3rd -- 2.11 4th -- 1.67 5th -- 1.29 6th -- 1 7th -- 0.84 8th -- 0.67 Reverse gear -- 3.32 Final drive ratio -- 3.64       Power-steering type -- EPS Steering ratio :1 16.4 / 18.7       Tires 19” standard front & rear -- 265/50R19 110H XL A/S Wheels 19” standard front & rear inches 9.0J x 19 LM Tires 20” optional front & rear   275/45R20 110H XL A/S Wheels 20” optional front & rear inches 9.0J x 20 LM Tires 21” optional front   275/40R21 107Y XL Perf. Tires 21” optional rear   315/35R21 111Y XL Perf. Wheels 21” optional front & rear inches  9.5J x 21 / 10.5J x 21       Track, front  inches 66.1 Rear, track inches 66.9 Cx -- 0.35       0-60 mph seconds 5.3 Top speed (with perf. tires) mph 130 (146) Top speed electric only mph 84 EPA Fuel Economy, city / hwy mpg  TBD EPA estimated electric only range miles 30

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