2015 BMW X5M & X6M review by OVERDRIVE

BMW X5 is one of the finest and perfect pieces of engineered excellence. Looking into the price is not the criteria for how we should value a car. When I had an experience in X5 at first in my uncle's car actually it gave me a great feel and I also admired it a lot. The wow feature of this car is the pin drop silence while moving. Choosing the best kind of car has to be done from our self-driving experience. While comparing other cars in this segment, BMW X5 has its own unique features which gives great computing power. I would suggest this car for those who have a mind of excellence driving.

I have one of 2018 BMW X5 and I think it is an excellent SUV and it has always been my favorite luxury car brand. I think the sporty and aggressive style of the BMW X5 is excellent.

BMW has always been my favorite luxury car brand. After introducing the high end luxury SUV car concept to the world 15 years back, BMW came with the all new model in the year 2014. This third generation model underwent revolutionary design changes inside and out. I was in dire need of a luxury SUV, I zeroed in for on the then newly launched X5, Freelander and Audi Q7. My requirement was to buy a rugged luxury SUV that can take me to long journeys of Himalayas with outstation trips every couple of months. So, I finally decided to go for BMW X5 for a whole lot of reasons. I already took the test drive several times and I will share what I loved the most about this car. First thing; the design, it is absolutely jaw dropping with aggressive front fascia which looked contemporary in every sense. The kidney shaped grille, LED headlamps and the 18-inch alloy wheels always makes the presence felt on the road. The ride and handling is very comfortable since I am writing this review after just coming back from Spiti in Himachal Pradesh. The inline 6-cylinder turbo diesel motor produces 258 PS and 560Nm of max torque which plasters a big smile on my face every time I get the car out for excursion. The engine comes paired to ZF 8-speed automatic transmission which can also be controlled by steering mounted paddle shifters. The love the way engine roars with a nice exhaust note. And you won't believe, the car manages fuel efficiency of about 15kmpl on highways if driven moderately under 1500 rpm. Riding on the smooth roads even at high speeds is quite agile. The electric steering is light on hands and the chassis works brilliantly in harmony with the new rear air suspension. Coming to the comfort level, the car comes with every creature comfort feature you can think of in this car such as 10.3 inch iDrive touchscreen infotainment, dual zone climate control, leather upholstery, power lumbar support, ambient lighting, foldable third row seat and chilled storage box among many others. The seats are all draped in leather which is surely a rich experience of owning such a car. The 5-star rating with multiple airbags is surely the bang for the buck. Overall, the car is wonderful SUV soaked in luxury and catches the attention wherever it goes. After driving it for over 6,000 kilometers I can say this is one of the brilliant cars that have come out of the stable of BMW.

The X5 was built to be Merc's sportiest SUV and has been fairly popular in the Indian market. But the third generation X5 is certainly a refined package. The moment BMW took the wraps off the new X5 M Sport, I made up my mind to get one for me. Though I desired for a petrol version, but finally settled out with the diesel one. I was quite delighted to see how so many things have been changed for some good. The front poses the same signature kidney grille while I found muscular lines and sharp creases all over the body giving it a sporty appearance. The cabin exudes only luxury with the dashboard being the most user-friendly and within the reach of the driver, something that was missing in the previous X5. The new iDrive infotainment, largest sunroof and a massive boot space are all that you need for your long weekend drive. The 255bhp engine was already a hit but the new 8-speed automatic was rewarding that drags this 2.3-tonne SUV from 0-100kmph in just 7 seconds. I have always loved the way BMW delivers quality to its cars and the new X5 M Sport proves that it still has the guts to knockout contenders such as Audi Q7.

The 2016 BMW X5 features excellent performance for a luxury midsize SUV, A wide range of engines, including diesel and plug-in hybrid options, offer formidable power and acceleration, to go along with superb handling. Interior SummaryIt also comes with the next-gen BMW iDrive system (on-board Driver Information System) with touch controller, BMW Navigation Professional (integrated Global Positioning System - GPS) with 26 cm colour display with 3D maps, 16 loud speakers with 600 Watts high-end Surround Sound system from Harman Kardon, host of BMW Apps and Connectivity through Bluetooth / USB devices. Park Distance Control rear and front along with rear view camera come as standard features. The full-colour BMW Head-Up Display enables all relevant information to be displayed directly in the driver's field of vision.EngineUnder the hood is a TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder in-line diesel engine in the new BMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport has state-of-the-art fuel injection technologies for enhanced efficiency, as well as turbocharging technology. It is also complemented by the new Launch Control feature for maximum acceleration when required. The 3.0 litre diesel engine combines Common Rail direct injection and a turbo charger with variable turbine geometry to deliver 258 bhp and develop 560 Nm.SafetyWhen it comes to safety, the BMW X5 M Sport comes equipped with six air bags, Anti-Lock braking system, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC); Cornering Brake Control (CBC); Hill Descent Control (HDC); Side-impact Protection; Electronic vehicle immobiliser, integrated emergency spare wheel and crash sensor.SuspensionThe Adaptive M Suspension gets maximum potential out of the car and is available exclusively with the M Sport package. Features include Dynamic Damper Control and air suspension on the rear axle, with a set-up designed for a particularly sporty driving response.MileageBMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport Mileage is 8.3Kmpl on city streets and 11.7Kmpl on open highways.Price BMW launched the new X5 xDrive30d M Sport in India. The new BMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport is locally produced at BMW Plant Chennai in a diesel variant and is available at BMW dealerships across India. The car is priced at ? 75, 90,000 (ex-showroom)M Sport PackageM Sport package reinforces the agile character and dynamic presence of the BMW X5 xDrive30d even more prominently. Exterior features include the M Aerodynamic Package, a choice of three individual exterior colours (including exclusive Carbon Black metallic), M light alloy wheels, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line, M-specific vehicle key and Tailpipe cover with high gloss chrome covering. The interior elements create a sporty ambience with M leather steering wheel, Head- up Display, comfort seats for driver and BMW Individual roofliner anthracite.ANTI-DAZZLE HIGH-BEAM The anti-dazzle high-beam assistant makes night-time driving even more pleasant and safe for you. It provides excellent visibility in the dark without dazzling other drivers.The system detects other road-users and selectively excludes them from the high-beam headlight distribution. Beam ranges of 400 m ensure early detection of risks and improved directional tracking.AMBIENT LIGHTAmbient light comprises an impressive "Welcome" configuration and nine pre-defined light designs to fill the entire interior with a pleasantly relaxing blend of indirect and direct lighting, thereby emphasising the lounge-like atmosphere. The lighting comprises three-colour LEDs (white, orange and blue). The light sources are positioned at such points as the storage compartment in the centre console at the front, all door compartments and trim elements and the door exit area. Other LED lights are to be found in the vanity mirrors, in the front and rear footwell and roof liner, in the backrests of the front seats and in the trim bar.