The new BMW X5 and BMW X6 now available in Singapore.

Singapore. BMW Group Asia announced the availability of the new BMW X5 and BMW X6, the extensively updated editions of its successful Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) and Sports Activity Coupé (SAC) respectively for the luxury segment.

The new BMW X5 and BMW X6 emphasise their inherent poise and assurance with detailed design revisions and additions to their standard specification. Also leading the way are the new systems for driving assistance, automated parking and the fully digital iDrive control/operation system with BMW Curved Display based on BMW Operating System 8.

The update provides the new BMW X5 with everything it needs to maintain worldwide market leadership in its segment and enable the new BMW X6 to secure its position as number one ahead of competitors from other premium German manufacturers. The two models are built at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg in the USA, the competence centre for BMW X models.

The new BMW X5: slim headlights.

The M Sport design elements as standard give the new BMW X5 significantly greater presence and visual robustness. Its front end is shaped by the fresh interpretation of the hallmark BMW headlights and kidney grille. The new headlight units now have a 35-millimetre slimmer outline. Their arrow-shaped daytime driving light elements point outwards and also serve as turn signal indicators. Matrix LED headlights with adaptive control and BMW Selective Beam non-dazzling high beam come as standard.

The precisely updated design of the new BMW X5 also spans newly designed air breathers in the front side panels, vertical air curtains and lower air intake, complete with decorative trim detail in Black High-gloss.

The sculptural fibre-optic light guide elements for the rear lights and brake lights now have particularly striking contouring. The L shape familiar from other BMW models is reflected horizontally, creating a consistently illuminated X motif within the rear lights.

The new BMW X6: Pitch-perfect athleticism.

The new BMW X6 also has slim headlight units with arrow-shaped daytime driving light elements. The dynamic character of the new BMW X6 is highlighted even more intently with the standard M Sport package. Playing a key role here is the octagonal frontend signature below the BMW kidney grille, with its striking side apertures and generous use of black surfaces. In addition, the three-dimensional sculpting of the front apron underscores the car’s width and brawny stature.

M-specific side skirts and M High-gloss Shadowline trim are also part of the M Sport package. The rear apron of the SAC has an insert in Dark Shadow, while the new exhaust tailpipe trims are trapezoidal in shape.

Modern cockpit design with all-digital BMW Curved Display.

Digital technology is the guiding force behind the advances brought to the interior of the new BMW X5 and BMW X6. The integration of BMW Operating System 8 and the latest generation of the iDrive control/operation system also heralds the arrival of the BMW Curved Display in the Sports Activity Vehicle and Sports Activity Coupé. It is made up of a 12.3-inch information display behind the steering wheel and a control display with a screen diagonal of 14.9 inches – both located behind a single glass surface. The touch control functionality of the control display has brought about a significant reduction in the number of buttons and switches in favour of digital control for numerous functions. The innovative cockpit and associated updates to the instrument panel bring a particularly progressive feel to the modern premium ambience.

Standard specification for both models includes sports seats, an instrument panel with surfacing in leather-like Sensafin and a curving trim element in fine wood (BMW X5) or carbon fibre (BMW X6). Another new feature is the ambient light bar with highly effective LED backlighting integrated below the trim element in the front passenger area. The relevant model lettering – “X5” or “X6” – is added to the light bar’s graphic. The control panel on the centre console includes additional touch-sensitive surfaces and a newly designed gear selector lever. The newly designed Travel & Comfort System also comes as standard.

New engine, new eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission and systematic electrification.

The new BMW X5 and BMW X6 come as standard with a six-cylinder in-line petrol engine from the latest generation of power units. The engine now links up with the likewise new eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission, complete with gearshift paddles on the steering wheel. It sends its power to the road – or indeed unpaved surfaces, as the need arises – via the BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system.

The drive unit now features 48V mild hybrid technology. This application of electrification comes in the form of an electric motor integrated into the transmission. This motor generates an output boost of up to 9 kW/12 hp and 200 Nm of torque, helping the combustion engine to deliver a smooth, dynamic drive along with high efficiency.

Latest-generation six-cylinder in-line petrol engine.

Innovations affecting the combustion process, gas exchange, valve control, injection and ignition system mark out the latest-generation 3.0-litre six-cylinder in-line petrol engine at work in the new BMW X5 xDrive40i and BMW X6 xDrive40i.

The new engine develops maximum output increased by 47 hp over the outgoing model to 381 hp, plus peak torque up by 70 Nm to 520 Nm. This can be boosted to as much as 540 Nm with the input of the mild hybrid system. The engine accelerates the new BMW X5 xDrive40i and BMW X6 xDrive40i from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds.

Sophisticated chassis technology underpins sporting ability and long-distance comfort.

The integrated braking system is a key element of the advanced chassis technology at work here. Standard specification also includes 21-inch M Y-spoke wheels for the new BMW X5 and 22-inch M V-spoke wheels for the new BMW X6.

Additional systems for assisted driving and automated parking.

Comfort and safety in the new BMW X5 and BMW X6 can be taken to another new level with a significantly expanded selection of assisted driving and automated parking systems. Updates include enhanced capabilities for the standard front-collision warning system, which can now also reduce the risk of a collision with cyclists, pedestrians or oncoming traffic when turning off a road. The standard Driving Assistant also offers Speed Limit Display with no-overtaking indicator, Lane Change Warning, Rear Crossing Traffic Warning and Rear Collision Prevention.

As well as the Reversing Assist Camera and Reversing Assistant, the standard Parking Assistant Professional enables automated parking into and out of spaces and complete manoeuvres over a distance of up to 200 metres to be controlled from outside the car using the My BMW App on an Apple iPhone.

Latest-generation BMW iDrive, new digital services.

The latest-generation BMW iDrive tech based on BMW Operating System 8 brings both the BMW Curved Display and an array of new digital services to the new BMW X5 and BMW X6. The BMW Live Cockpit Professional includes the cloud-based navigation system.

The BMW Digital Key Plus enables customers to lock and unlock their new BMW X5 or BMW X6 via security-enhanced ultra-wideband (UWB) radio technology with compatible smartphones running the iOS or Android operating system. Optimised smartphone integration and the personalised BMW ID are also on hand.

The new BMW X5 and BMW X6 are now available for viewing at all authorised BMW dealers in Singapore.

Additional information enclosed:

1. The new BMW X5 and BMW X6 prices.
2. The new BMW X5 and BMW X6 specifications.

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1. The new BMW X5 and BMW X6 prices.

2. The new BMW X5 and BMW X6 specifications.

BMW X5 xDrive40i

In-line six-cylinder petrol engine, BMW TwinPower Turbo technology: turbocharger, High Precision Injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve timing, Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing, 48V mild hybrid technology using an electric motor integrated into the transmission.
Capacity: 2,998 cc.
Output: 381 hp at 5,200 – 6,250 rpm.
Torque: 520 Nm at 1,850 – 5,000 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 5.4 seconds.
Top speed: 250 km/h.
Fuel consumption (combined): 9.3 l/100 km.

CO₂ emissions (combined): 212 g/km.

BMW X6 xDrive40i

In-line six-cylinder petrol engine, BMW TwinPower Turbo technology: turbocharger, High Precision Injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve timing, Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing, 48V mild hybrid technology using an electric motor integrated into the transmission.
Capacity: 2,998 cc.
Output: 381 hp at 5,200 – 6,250 rpm.
Torque: 520 Nm at 1,850 – 5,000 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 5.4 seconds.
Top speed: 250 km/h.
Fuel consumption (combined): 9.3 l/100 km.

CO₂ emissions (combined): 212 g/km.