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BMW X5 upgraded by AC Schnitzer

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The BMW X5 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV that arrived on the market in 1999 as the first SUV of the Bavarian manufacturer. In 2023, a renewed version of the fourth generation hit the market, and tuners soon began to expand their offer for this luxury German SUV. One of them is AC Schnitzer which presented its upgrade package for the BMW X5 model.

AC Schnitzer modified the front and rear view giving the car a more aggressive look. This has been achieved using aerodynamic enhancements compatible with the M package, which include a new front splitter, deeper side skirts and a large rear spoiler. Most noticeable are the new 22-inch AC5 wheels, first seen on AC Schnitzer’s BMW XM, available in a variety of finishes. The rear wheel track has been increased by 24 mm, and the SUV can be lowered by an additional 15 to 20 mm (depending on the equipment package), if it did not come out of the factory with air suspension.

Inside the cabin, there were no major changes. The existing interior design has been retained with the addition of a new pair of aluminum paddle shifters located behind the steering wheel, as well as new aluminum pedal attachments.

When it comes to the powertrain, the BMW X5 xDrive40d now has 382 hp (281 kW) and 575 lb-ft (780 Nm) of torque. That’s up from the stock model, which has 352 hp (259 kW) and 531 lb-ft (720 Nm) of torque.

AC Schnitzer allows BMW X5 owners to purchase components separately. The price is not known.

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2025 BMW X3 Coming Soon

The premiere of the fourth generation BMW X3 is approaching, and now we have photos so we can have an idea of what it will look like. The Bavarians hope that the new generation will continue the path of its predecessor, which in 2023 was the best-selling model of this car company with 350,000 units sold.

The car is still in the testing phase, and the published photos of the camouflaged car do not reveal much. What can be noticed in the photos is that the new generation is slightly lower but also wider than the previous one. The body was strengthened and the aerodynamics were increased, which reduced the air resistance (0.27 instead of 0.29), and reduced fuel consumption. The plug-in version (X30e) comes with a revised suspension and steering system that will ensure even better driving characteristics without sacrificing comfort. Electronically monitored adaptive shock absorbers will also be optional.

What we know so far about this car is that it will be powered by turbo petrol and turbo diesel engines assisted with mild and plug-in hybrid systems. The most powerful version will be the M50 instead of the current M40i, and this model will also be the first to no longer have the letter “i” in the turbo-petrol version. The letters “d” and “e” remain in the designations for turbodiesel and hybrid versions.

The first deliveries of the new generation X3 model are expected by the end of 2024, and for 2025, BMW has announced the arrival of the fully electric iX3. It’s part of a big plan that BMW recently unveiled, which includes 40 new cars by the end of the decade. Soon we can expect the new BMW X5, and everyone who had an insight into the current development of these models says that they are really attractive cars.

At the beginning of April, BMW reached an agreement with Rimac Technology, which will develop and produce high-voltage battery systems for BMW Group vehicles, which will be used in future models. Mate Rimac, CEO of Rimac Automobili, did not hide his excitement about this collaboration, and posted on his Facebook profile: “For me, it all started with a BMW from 1984, which I started to convert to electric drive in 2008. At that time, it was my dream to work for BMW. This collaboration marks a key moment in the growth of Rimac Technology and is a clear sign of the transition from a high performance product provider for small series models (like Aston Martin Valkyrie, Pininfarina Battista, Rimac Nevere etc.) to a high capacity manufacturer for projects like this one with the BMW Group,” said Rimac.

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X5 Protection VR6 is a new armored vehicle on the market

A few months ago, BMW unveiled a refreshed edition of its superpowerful SUV, the BMW X5. This muscle car is now also offered as an armored vehicle called the X5 Protection VR6.

The BMW X5 is powered by a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine with 523 hp (385 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque. It reaches 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.9 seconds, which is significantly faster than the standard M60i which accelerates in 4.2 seconds, with a top speed of more than 210 km/h (130 mph). The difference is obvious, and the reason is primarily the additional weight of the vehicle (total weight is unknown).

At first glance, the armored X5 does not differ from the standard model. Even the two M bars behind the front double kidney radiator grille, the M side mirrors in high-gloss black, the roof racks from the BMW Individual package, as well as the two pairs of tailpipes typical of the M exhaust system are retained. So, the sporty look was kept as the first line of defense.

Additional bulletproof equipment includes steel panels on the doors, side frame and bulkheads, an armored trunk partition and an aluminum shrapnel shield under the body, a self-contained tank housing that can seal damage and prevent leaks should the tank be damaged. There is also a new suspension and brake system, to help support the extra weight of the vehicle.

Inside, the cabin is equipped with luxury, so that the passengers can enjoy the ride. The seats are upholstered in Sensafin leather, and additional equipment includes a 14.9-inch infotainment screen, a 12.3-inch screen in front of the driver, an intercom system for communicating with the environment, optional LED blinkers in the radiator grille, rear and roof blinkers with a horn, as well as roof antenna with additional receiver for digital radio. BMW offers a special driver training program for all customers.

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