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Recently, some overseas media exposed a set of new BMW X5 spy photos, the new model still uses the design style of the existing model, the overall outline of the body has not changed, but in the front and rear of the car camouflaged. However, according to foreign media reports, the new X5 is likely to be equipped with a new engine.
In terms of appearance, compared with the current model, the front face of the new X5 will make certain adjustments, first of all, it will be equipped with a larger size grille, and then the shape of the headlights will be more slender and sharp than the current model, and finally the front bumper is likely to refer to the shape of the 5 Series and make corresponding changes. It is reported that the appearance of this redesign is not the focus, according to foreign media reports, the new model is likely to use the latest powertrain, the power level of all models will be greatly improved.
BMW is likely to replace the N63 engine on the existing model with a new twin-turbo V8 engine code-named S68, and this new twin-turbo V8 engine will also be equipped with a light hybrid system with a maximum output of 399kW (535 hp), which will be 9kW (12 hp) higher than the N63 engine. At the same time, after the replacement of this engine, the tail mark of the M50i will also be replaced by the M60i.
At the same time, the B58 turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine used in the current model will also be adjusted in terms of power output, and the maximum power will be increased to 276 kW (370 hp). The plug-in hybrid version of the xDrive45e will have an engine output significantly increased from 290 kW (389 hp) to 358 kW (480 hp).
As for the changes in the interior of the new model, it is not known whether there are currently spy photos. However, considering that competitors have a good digital configuration, the new X5 is likely to use a more technological interior style.