Renowned BMW Tuner Leaves Its Mark on the XM, Do You Like It?

Multiple tuners have already released numerous aftermarket goodies for the first-ever standalone high-rider from BMW's M Division, and that list has grown to include another company: AC Schnitzer.

The project you see pictured above is fresh and comprises a few interesting upgrades. The renowned Bimmer tuner has left its signature on the exterior in the form of a body kit, on the wheels, under the hood, etc.

The most impressive upgrade revolves around the powertrain, whose output has been boosted by 97 hp (98 ps/72 kW) to 740 hp (751 ps/552 kW). The thrust has also gone up by 74 lb-ft (100 Nm) to 664 lb-ft (900 Nm). As a result, the tuned super crossover's output is superior to the Label, which enjoys 738 hp (749 ps/551 kW), albeit the range-topper has 74 lb-ft (100 Nm) of more torque.

AC Schnitzer hasn't released the performance numbers, but the stock BMW XM, with its 4.4L twin-turbo V8 plug-in hybrid, which produces 644 hp (653 ps/480 kW) and 590 pound-foot (800 Nm) of torque, takes 4.1 seconds to reach sixty miles an hour (97 kph). Thus, the tuned one should be at least a couple of tenths quicker, coming close to the top-of-the-line XM Label, which deals with the sprint in 3.6 seconds.

Besides the power boost, which optimizes the gasoline burner, AC Schnitzer also has a new spring kit on its shelves for the BMW XM. This mod shaves around 0.8-1 inches (20-25 mm) from the ground clearance, thus improving its cornering abilities at the expense of comfort. A spacer kit is part of the offering, too, increasing the track width by 0.4 inches (10 mm) per side.

The latter upgrade works with countless wheel options, including the OEM ones. However, the tuner has also covered this part by introducing the exclusive AC5 Flowforming alloys in a bi-tone or glossy black look. Produced specifically for the auto marque’s large crossovers, they sport double spokes, have pentagonal hub caps, and measure 10.5x23 inches at the front and 11.5x23 inches at the rear. The wheels were shod in 295/35 and 335/30 tires, respectively.

As for the last upgrade available for the BMW XM from AC Schnitzer, it comes in the form of a body kit, albeit one featuring only a few discreet add-ons. Here, the tuner mentions the new front splitter with side wings, the fins on the rear diffuser, and the roof-mounted wing. These components are said to improve the car's downforce, and they're available separately, too. The tuner's emblems in black or silver, and a few special touches inside round off the makeover.