BMW X5 FROM $102,900

BMW’s first X5, launched in 2000, immediately became the benchmark against which all other SUVs have since been judged. This fourth generation opens with the 170kW/450Nm 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel/eight-speed automatic/all-wheel drive xDrive 25d, priced at $102,900. We’re testing the xDrive 30d, the top selling variant with a 195kW/620Nm 3.0-litre straight six turbodiesel, priced at $119,900. The xDrive 40i, with a 250kW/450Nm turbopetrol six, is $122,900, the xDrive 45e hybrid is $133,900 and the M50i, with a 390kW/750Nm twin turbopetrol 4.4-litre V8 is $155,900, or $140,900 in Pure specification, with the same drivetain but less bling. The hotrod X5 M, with the V8 chipped for 460kW, is $209,900. This model expanded in all directions, notably in width and wheelbase. It’s still a five seater, with a third row option. Serious effort…

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Australian New Car Buyer (Digital) - 1 Issue, Issue #56 - December 2020

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