BMW X5

The BMW X5 M Sport is the latest version of the X5 range. It is next to M X6, the first BMW M total traction. There are also versions' M 'of the Series 3 (M3 Saloon M3 Coupé and M3 Cabrio) Series 5 (M5 and M5 Touring) and Series 6 (M6).

It has a gasoline engine with eight cylinders in V and 4.4 liters which gives 555 hp. It has two turbochargers and direct injection of double entry (details of the engine). Is associated with an automatic gearbox six-speed ( "M-Sport Automatic).

The X5 M accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.7 s and has a top speed limited to 250 km / h (275 km / h with the package "Driver M, which of course includes a driving circuit). The average consumption is 13.9 l/100 km approved.

BMW X5 M. 2009.Hasta model to be marketed versions' M 'of the X5 and X6, the most powerful SUV on sale in Spain is the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S (549 hp). S 0.1 is slower to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h both BMW (both have the same performance) and their average consumption is higher (14.9 l/100 km).

The X5 M has a special rear differential (Dynamic Performance Control) which allows the force that carried out both rear wheels independently of both the acceleration phase and the restraint. Traction is a permanent four-wheel ( "xDrive"), and any other X5.

Have a specific suspension and bodywork is 10 mm nearer the ground than the other versions of the X5 range. In the rear tires are the springs to keep the height constant. The variable damping is controlled electronically ( "EDC") and stabilizer bars are active.

Stability control (DSC) can be disconnected completely or partially activating mode "MDM" ( "M Dynamic Mode"). When selected, the stability control intervenes later to correct the record and the total traction system modifies its operation increased the force reaches the rear wheels.

The address leads X5 M "Servotronic" with the assistance variable depending on the speed. It is possible to manually select the mode by pressing the child care "M Drive".

Besides being able to regulate the hardness of the suspension, the assistance of the management and operation of the stability control is also possible to adjust the response of the engine and gearbox from the menu "Power". There are two programs available: "Sport" and "Efficient". In the latter, the gear changes occur at an engine speed lower to try to reduce fuel consumption.

BMW X5 M. BMW X5 M 2009.El model leads alloy wheels 20''with tires capable of low pressure with circular or flat for a few kilometers ( "Run Flat") of varying degrees in each axis: 275/40 front and 315/35 behind. Ventilated disc brakes are four-piston fixed clamps on the front axle (395 mm) and floating caliper in the rear (385 mm).

Gearbox "M-Sport Automatic '

The gearbox has six links and allows you to select gears manually via levers or cams located behind the wheel. There are three operating modes: 'D', 'S' and 'M'.

The 'M' is the most sporty. In this, the change does not select a higher gear when the system reaches maximum engine speed (which will happen in the other two modes). Furthermore, the transition from one relationship to another is faster because the power was cut and the lighting of one or more cylinders when the change to reduce the torque.

With the 'M' is the function of quick exit ( 'Launch Control') which manages various parameters of the car as the gearbox and traction control for maximum acceleration from standing out.

To activate this feature you need to have the car stopped and the lever of change in the position "M" or "S". Then you should select the 'Sport' menu 'Power' and the stability control off all or part (as "M Dynamic Mode"). Then you should select first gear while you step on the brake pedal and the accelerator (which at least 60% of pedal travel). Then, a checkered flag on the dashboard indicates that the car is ready, simply fail to slow for it as quickly as possible.

Design, and equipment carrier

BMW X5 M. X5 M 2009.El model differs from other models of the X5 range for the front air inlets and larger, the bonnet of a different design and the bumpers. The headlights are also different (they are the same as the X6).

According to BMW, inlets of the front have been designed according to need so much cooling as the engine brake. This is why the X5 M does not have fog.

Intermittent side leading integrated logo 'M', are located within small recesses in the sheet (image). The molding of the body than in the other versions of the X5 are matte black color (picture), the X5 M van painted in the color of the body (picture). Has two double exhaust, which are at the ends of the rear bumper (picture).

The carrier is similar to the rest of the X5 but has some specific features such as seat sporty design with the logo 'M' in the headrest, footrest for the driver, the trim on the threshold of the doors, steering wheel and leather instrument panel lighting with white tachometer with variable red zone (when the engine is cold starts before and, as you reach the optimum temperature of operation, is moving towards a greater number of revolutions). Moreover, leads support for knee pads on the sides of the center console.

The upholstery is leather, like the dashboard, the center armrest, coatings upper doors and the molding of the door handles. The skin may be black, "silverstone or beige bamboo. All these elements are also available in Merino skin color of cinnamon, orange, black, "silverstone or beige bamboo.

BMW X5 M. Model 2009.Desde command "iDrive" can be controlled not only the browser, stereo, air conditioning and the telephone as a BMW but also in other settings of the electronic variable damping 'EDC', of steering 'Servotronic "Stability Control" DSC "menu" Power "and, if it takes the 'Head-Up Display" for information projected on the windshield.

The X5 M has speed serial programmer with braking function, dual-xenon headlights with low beam and self-regulated daylight of LEDs (in the form of ring), six airbags, active head restraints, parking sensors front and rear (in option may be associated with a reversing camera) and two climate zones. It also carries automatic lights and wipers and seats with electric adjustment.

The equipment can be completed with elements such as an optional four-zone climate control, various audio and navigation equipment, leather seats with ventilation, panoramic glass roof lights or automatic curve (sheet of equipment). In addition, the systems can have "BMW Assist" emergency calls and automatic vehicle location and "BMW Connected Drive" that allows to contact the BMW call center to lock or unlock the doors if necessary, for example if has closed the car with the keys inside (this will not be available at the time of initial marketing X5 M).