BMW Korea officially launches the premium midsize SAV New X5 and the premium midsize SAC New X6 in the domestic market.
The BMW X5 has been a pioneering model in the BMW Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) segment, gaining worldwide popularity for its dynamic driving experience and excellent space utilization. The New X6 combines coupe design with SAV DNA, showcasing a unique presence with its elegant roofline.
The updated New X5 and New X6 feature a more pronounced exterior, emphasizing their strong presence and dynamic allure, alongside a modern interior equipped with the latest digital technology. They offer a differentiated value of progressive premium midsize SUVs with enhanced performance, efficiency, and advanced driver-assistance systems.
The exterior of the New X5 and New X6 reflects BMW’s new design language, further emphasizing their existing strong presence and dynamic appeal. The headlights are slimmer than before, featuring new daytime running lights that highlight the vehicle’s width, while the kidney grille has been enhanced with the BMW iconic glow, elegantly illuminated like a flowing waterfall. The vertical air curtains positioned on either side of the front bumper and the air intake at the bottom with sparkling chrome accents and triangular designs create a more powerful visual impact.
The front bumper of the New X5 M Sport model and the New X6 highlights its dynamic appeal through an octagonal design element. The BMW kidney grille is equipped with double bars and an M logo, alongside black high-gloss M side mirror caps and M quad exhaust pipes.
Inside the New X5 and New X6, the latest digital technology and elegant design elements provide both a modern appeal and progressive sensibility. The dashboard now features the new BMW curved display, consisting of a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and a 14.9-inch control display.
The control display is equipped with touch control functionality for various operations, minimizing physical buttons. The center console control panel and the newly designed gear selector lever operate through touch, enhancing the sense of space.
Furthermore, the front seats are equipped with BMW Individual Merino leather comfort seats, and an LED ambient light bar featuring the model name or M logo has been newly added to the front passenger panel.
Both the BMW New X5 and X6 feature 48-volt mild hybrid technology across all models, improving both driving performance and fuel efficiency with the latest generation engines. The New X5 xDrive40i and New X6 xDrive40i models are equipped with a 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder gasoline engine, producing 381 horsepower, an increase of 41 horsepower compared to the previous model. Additionally, the New X5 xDrive30d and New X6 xDrive30d are fitted with a 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder diesel engine that delivers 298 horsepower and a maximum torque of 68.3 kg·m.
The most powerful performance among the X5 and X6 lineup is found in the M60i model, equipped with the latest M TwinPower Turbo 4.4L V8 gasoline engine producing 530 horsepower and a maximum torque of 76.5 kg·m, accelerating from zero to 100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds.
All models come standard with the latest Steptronic Sport automatic 8-speed transmission and paddle shifters, transmitting power through the BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system to all four wheels.
Furthermore, the BMW New X5 and X6 feature standard air suspension that suppresses roll according to changes in weight distribution, simultaneously delivering sporty driving performance and excellent long-distance ride comfort. The M Performance model, the New X6 M60i, includes adaptive M suspension for enhanced agility, integral active steering for rear-wheel steering, M Sport differential, and active roll stabilization, enabling more stable and dynamic driving even in extreme conditions.
The BMW New X5’s plug-in hybrid model, the BMW New X5 xDrive50e, is equipped with the latest 5th generation eDrive system, significantly enhancing the vehicle’s drive system. The combination of the latest inline 6-cylinder gasoline engine and electric motor results in a total system output of 489 horsepower—95 horsepower more than the previous model (in boost mode)—with torque increased by 10.2 kg·m to reach 71.4 kg·m, achieving acceleration from a standstill to 100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds. The high-voltage battery capacity has increased by approximately 25% to 29.5 kWh, allowing for a maximum electric-only range of 77 km on a full charge, and an electric mode top speed of 140 km/h.
Both the BMW New X5 and X6 are fitted with the latest advanced driver-assistance systems and comfort features, providing high levels of comfort and safety. The Driving Assistant Professional includes lane-keeping assist and stop-and-go functions for adaptive cruise control, while features such as automatic parking and a 3D surround view system, along with the Parking Assistant Professional allowing the driver to park and control the vehicle via smartphone from outside, are standard.
Additionally, a range of premium comfort features is included, such as cup holder heating and cooling functions, crystal controller material, a 4-zone air conditioning system, Harman Kardon surround sound, front seat ventilation, and BMW Live Cockpit Professional.
Prices vary by trim, with the New X5 xDrive30d priced from 117 million to 122.1 million won, the New X5 xDrive40i ranging from 122.7 million to 127.7 million won, while the plug-in hybrid New X5 xDrive50e is priced between 128.2 million and 135.2 million won, and the high-performance model New X5 M60i xDrive at 158 million won.
Additionally, the New X6 xDrive30d starts at 125.8 million won, the New X6 xDrive40i is priced at 131.4 million won, and the high-performance model New X6 M60i xDrive is set at 161.5 million won. (Prices include VAT and are subject to a 5.0% individual consumption tax).
Meanwhile, the ultra-high-performance SAV model ‘New X5 M’ and the ultra-high-performance SAC model ‘New X6 M’ are set to officially launch in Korea this August.
Jin Sang, daedusj@autodiary.kr