New BMW X5 M G95 2027
At the end of last month, the premiere of the fifth generation of the popular X5 crossover took place, and now the company is preparing its most powerful version with the M index. What will it look like?
The history of the X5 model began in 1999, when the first generation of the mid-size crossover with the factory index E53 debuted. Two years later, the lineup was expanded with the top modification X5 4.6is, while a full-fledged M version appeared only in the second generation (E70). The current X5 M, built on the basis of the fourth-generation model, was presented in 2019, and in early 2023 the SUV received a facelift.
Recently, spy photos of the future X5 M were published online, showing quite significant differences from the regular fifth-generation X5 presented last week. The prototypes have completely different radiator grille “nostrils”: they are almost the same shape as those on the current X5 M/X6 M. At the same time, the headlights also have a slightly different shape from the regular X5 and look a bit narrower, although the signature LED light graphics in the shape of the letter X should be retained. The front bumper is still hidden under a thick layer of camouflage, so we have rendered it in the style of the brand’s latest concept — the harbinger of the future iM3 sedan. The rear part is also masked, but here one can expect the appearance of an original bumper with four exhaust system tips in the gasoline version (there will also be a top-tier electric variant).
The new BMW X5 debuted immediately with five powertrain options, and among the power units, as recently confirmed, the 8-cylinder gasoline bi-turbo engine will remain. Next year it will appear on the X5 M60 modification without any hybrid add-ons, and its power is expected to exceed 600 hp. Thus, the X5 M version should receive even higher output. For comparison, the current M-crossover has a power of 625 hp and 750 Nm of torque.
The premiere of the new BMW X5 M is expected closer to 2027. Meanwhile, sales of the new BMW i3 sedan began last month.
