The new BMW X5 xDrive 40e plug-in hybrid

The all new BMW X5 xDrive40e is the first plug-in hybrid car providing both state-of-the-art eDrive technology and xDrive intelligent four-wheel drive technology from the BMW core brand.

According to the brand, over the long term, it plans to offer every BMW model as a plug-in hybrid version.

The new energy vehicle version combines the versatility and luxurious ambience of the X5, along with the superb traction provided by the BMW xDrive system, and with BMW's eDrive power-train for outstanding efficiency.

The intelligently controlled interaction between the combustion engine and the electric motor, which together generate a total system output of 313hp, endows the BMW X5 PHEV with strong acceleration while simultaneously realizing a substantial reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

It returns a combined fuel consumption of up to 3.3 liters per 100km, and a combined electricity consumption of 15.3kWh. Its CO2 emission is just 77g/km.

The BMW X5 PHEV reaps the benefits of the technology and know-how transferred from BMW's i brand, with exceptionally efficient performance as well as all-electric mobility with zero tailpipe emissions, as and when required.

Bespoke design elements

Bespoke design touches on the exterior clearly identify the BMW X5 xDrive40e.

The most noticeable feature is the charging connection for the high-voltage battery located in the left front wing.

Blue light effects also appear here at the start of the charging process to indicate the flow of energy, while the exhaust system has a twin-tailpipe design with trapezoidal tips.

Besides the model badge at the front of the vehicle's flanks, the "eDrive" logo already familiar from the BMW i models graces the tailgate, roof rails, the doorsill strips with their blue background color, and the center console.

Versatile charging options

The plug-in hybrid design of the BMW X5 xDrive40e provides the ideal basis for extensive use of the electric drive system for highly efficient mobility, even including urban driving with zero tailpipe emissions.

Its high-voltage battery offers a gross energy capacity of 9.0 kilowatt hours and can be topped up with energy from any domestic power socket; from a Wallbox that has been designed for higher currents, as well as at public charging stations.

eDrive Hybrid Drivetrain

The eDrive system of the PHEV comprises a four-cylinder petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, and a synchronous electric motor integrated with the 8-speed Steptronic transmission.

The 2.0-liter internal combustion petrol engine fitted in the X5 PHEV has already won the coveted title of "International engine of the year" three times.

It features a TwinScroll turbocharger, High Precision Injection, and VALVETRONIC variable valve timing and variable camshaft control on both the intake and exhaust.

haoyan@chinadaily.com.cn

(China Daily 04/20/2015 page3)