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BMW currently offers their X5 SAV with two engines, a 3.0 liter straight 6-cylinder making 272 hp and a 4.8 liter V8 making 355 hp. But these latest photos indicate that a new, even higher-performance X5 is on the way which is likely to be called an M model, in accordance with the usual BMW nomenclature of its high performance models. Engine is unconfirmed, but the next logical choice would be the big 6.0 liter V12 from the 760i sedan which produces 438 horsepower.
One indicator that this X5 has a more powerful engine can be seen in the huge exhaust pipe tips. They are noticeably larger in diameter than the exhausts on the 4.8 liter X5. Plus the front bumper is completely redesigned with larger air intake openings to allow better airflow to an extra-large radiator. The front bumper also appears to extend lower, making it more of an air dam, helping to prevent turbulent air from going under the vehicle, thus reducing drag, especially at high speeds. The X5 is no stranger to a V12 power plant though. Back in 2000 BMW showed the X5 Le Mans experimental vehicle which had the legendary German racer, Hans Stuck, whip this 750 hp (514 kW) monster around Nurburgring in 7min 49.92sec. Attachment 35797 Attachment 35798 Attachment 35799 Attachment 35800 |
Great ! It comes with a trailer hitch to tow the gas cart ! Ha !
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Originally Posted by westcoast550' post='452167' date='Jul 26 2007, 05:46 PM
Great ! It comes with a trailer hitch to tow the gas cart ! Ha !
Cheers |
Originally Posted by pinguhk' post='452116' date='Jul 26 2007, 03:27 AM
BMW currently offers their X5 SAV with two engines, a 3.0 liter straight 6-cylinder making 272 hp and a 4.8 liter V8 making 355 hp. But these latest photos indicate that a new, even higher-performance X5 is on the way which is likely to be called an M model, in accordance with the usual BMW nomenclature of its high performance models. Engine is unconfirmed, but the next logical choice would be the big 6.0 liter V12 from the 760i sedan which produces 438 horsepower.
Cayenne Turbo S is pushing 520 hp (twin-turbo V8) ML63 is pushing 503 hp (naturally aspirated) I think out of the three, I would go with the Cayenne Turbo S. |
Originally Posted by JetBlack5OC' post='452395' date='Jul 27 2007, 08:15 AM
Thats all they could get out of the 12-cylinder, thats weak! Why wouldn't they use the M5 V-10 engine (500 hp)?
Cayenne Turbo S is pushing 520 hp (twin-turbo V8) ML63 is pushing 503 hp (naturally aspirated) I think out of the three, I would go with the Cayenne Turbo S. |
Damn, I was hoping BMW would never make a 'high performance SUV' :getlost: ...But I guess all companies get consumed.
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I don't think they could use the M5's engine. Reason: not enough torque. Yeah I agree they need to push out ALOT more from the 6 litre V12
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In the past, BMW has said that they would not put an "M" badge on their SAVs because the vehicles did not fit the M mold - sports cars with RWD and manual/SMG transmissions.
The last generation X5 had a range topping 4.8is model. My guess is that what we're seeing here is a replacement for that model. |
Originally Posted by pinguhk' post='452116' date='Jul 26 2007, 05:27 AM
BMW currently offers their X5 SAV with two engines, a 3.0 liter straight 6-cylinder making 272 hp and a 4.8 liter V8 making 355 hp. But these latest photos indicate that a new, even higher-performance X5 is on the way which is likely to be called an M model, in accordance with the usual BMW nomenclature of its high performance models. Engine is unconfirmed, but the next logical choice would be the big 6.0 liter V12 from the 760i sedan which produces 438 horsepower.
One indicator that this X5 has a more powerful engine can be seen in the huge exhaust pipe tips. They are noticeably larger in diameter than the exhausts on the 4.8 liter X5. Plus the front bumper is completely redesigned with larger air intake openings to allow better airflow to an extra-large radiator. The front bumper also appears to extend lower, making it more of an air dam, helping to prevent turbulent air from going under the vehicle, thus reducing drag, especially at high speeds. The X5 is no stranger to a V12 power plant though. Back in 2000 BMW showed the X5 Le Mans experimental vehicle which had the legendary German racer, Hans Stuck, whip this 750 hp (514 kW) monster around Nurburgring in 7min 49.92sec. Attachment 35797 Attachment 35798 Attachment 35799 Attachment 35800 Cheers K |
Originally Posted by JetBlack5OC' post='452395' date='Jul 27 2007, 02:15 AM
Thats all they could get out of the 12-cylinder, thats weak! Why wouldn't they use the M5 V-10 engine (500 hp)?
No torque, LOL : the S85 is weak and the X5 weighs (maybe more than M5) : ask to xexyus :lol: |
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