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As expected of BMW, the most powerful plug-in hybrid X5 ever is the xDrive45 for the 2020 model year. An inline-six turbo engine and an electric motor are responsible for a total output of 290 kW.
That’s 394 PS or 389 horsepower if you were wondering, which is more than enough for a gentle giant with electric assistance. The X5 xDrive45 is capable of hitting 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.6 seconds, and top speed is rated at 235 km/h (146 mph). Customers who utilize EV mode every day will be happy to know that the all-electric top speed is 135 km/h (84 mph).
While on the subject, electric range is estimated between 67 and 87 kilometers on the WLTP. That’s up to 54 miles, coming courtesy of a 24-kWh battery with a usable capacity of 21 kilowatt-hours. The trunk is 150 liters less voluminous than the ICE-only X5 because of the lithium-ion battery, rated at 500 liters (17.6 cubic feet) with the rear seats in the upright position.
Because legislation mandates such a system, the X5 xDrive45 for 2020 comes with acoustic pedestrian protection. Playing a sound to alert pedestrians is more than recommended given that the Bavarian utility vehicle runs silently on electric power alone. So, what else is there to talk about?
As you’ve guessed by now, the newcomer is far better than the preceding model as a plug-in hybrid because it has two extra cylinders. An eight-speed automatic transmission from ZF does the shifting for you, and yes, there’s a manual mode for owners who want a bit more engagement.
The fourth generation of eDrive technology will be eclipsed in 2020 by the fifth generation, scheduled to roll out with the iX3 electric crossover. Packaging and energy efficiency are of utmost importance to BMW going forward, and the Bavarians quote up to 100 kilometers (62 miles) of all-electric range for plug-in hybrid vehicles.
Pricing for the X5 xDrive45 remains a mystery at this point, but BMW will make a proper announcement by the end of the year.
While on the subject, electric range is estimated between 67 and 87 kilometers on the WLTP. That’s up to 54 miles, coming courtesy of a 24-kWh battery with a usable capacity of 21 kilowatt-hours. The trunk is 150 liters less voluminous than the ICE-only X5 because of the lithium-ion battery, rated at 500 liters (17.6 cubic feet) with the rear seats in the upright position.
Because legislation mandates such a system, the X5 xDrive45 for 2020 comes with acoustic pedestrian protection. Playing a sound to alert pedestrians is more than recommended given that the Bavarian utility vehicle runs silently on electric power alone. So, what else is there to talk about?
As you’ve guessed by now, the newcomer is far better than the preceding model as a plug-in hybrid because it has two extra cylinders. An eight-speed automatic transmission from ZF does the shifting for you, and yes, there’s a manual mode for owners who want a bit more engagement.
The fourth generation of eDrive technology will be eclipsed in 2020 by the fifth generation, scheduled to roll out with the iX3 electric crossover. Packaging and energy efficiency are of utmost importance to BMW going forward, and the Bavarians quote up to 100 kilometers (62 miles) of all-electric range for plug-in hybrid vehicles.
Pricing for the X5 xDrive45 remains a mystery at this point, but BMW will make a proper announcement by the end of the year.
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