# BMW X5 PHEV

> The BMW X5 PHEV is a luxury midsize plug-in hybrid SUV that pairs a 3.0-liter inline-six with a 194hp electric motor for 483hp combined, delivering up to 38 miles of all-electric range, a 4.6-second 0-60 sprint, and the practicality of a family hauler without surrendering the Ultimate Driving Machine ethos.

- **Created by:** BMW Group
- **Launched:** 2019
- **Platforms:** hardware
- **Pricing:** Paid - Starting MSRP approximately $76,000 USD. UK pricing from around £82,090. Options and packages can push well-equipped examples past $90,000.
- **Key features:** Fifth-Generation BMW eDrive, 38-Mile Electric Range, BMW Curved Display, xDrive All-Wheel Drive, 7,200 lb Towing Capacity

## Features

- **Fifth-Generation BMW eDrive** — The latest eDrive system pairs a 194hp electric motor with the 3.0L inline-six for 483hp combined and seamless transitions between electric and hybrid power.
- **38-Mile Electric Range** — EPA-rated all-electric range of up to 38 miles, enough for most daily commutes and local errands without burning a drop of petrol.
- **BMW Curved Display** — A sweeping digital cockpit with hybrid-specific displays showing e-range, electric motor output, charge status, and efficiency data.
- **xDrive All-Wheel Drive** — Intelligent all-wheel drive that distributes power precisely where needed, combining electric torque vectoring with mechanical grip.
- **7,200 lb Towing Capacity** — Factory-installed trailer hitch enables serious towing capability - rare among plug-in hybrid SUVs.
- **My BMW App Integration** — Remote monitoring of charge status, pre-conditioning, tire pressure, and fuel levels from your smartphone.
- **Highway Assistant** — Available hands-free driving at speeds up to 85 mph on controlled-access highways with active lane change.
- **Flexible Fast Charger** — Includes adapters for 120V and 240V outlets, plus optional BMW Wallbox for faster home charging.

## Achievements

- Over 2.2 million BMW X5 units sold globally since 1999 launch
- Named Luxury SUV of the Year 2021 by What Car? magazine (xDrive45e predecessor)
- Produced at BMW's largest global plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina
- 2024 facelift added 94hp and 10 miles of electric range over previous xDrive45e

## Latest updates

- **2024-02** — Life-cycle impulse facelift introduces xDrive50e, replacing xDrive45e with 483hp and 38-mile electric range
- **2024-02** — Updated front fascia, new light signature, and completely revised dashboard with BMW Operating System 8.5
- **2023-01** — X5 xDrive45e M Sport named Luxury SUV of the Year by What Car? magazine
- **2020-07** — xDrive45e introduced to US market with 389hp and 30-mile EPA electric range

## Links

- Website: https://www.bmw.com/en/bmw-models/x5
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bmw-group/
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/BMW
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/BMW
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bmw/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BMW

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