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2007 BMW X5 Photos, Wallpapers, Reviews, Articles and more WHAT BMW HAS TO SAY ABOUT THIS CAR: Image/Text Source: BMW Motors Its predecessor paved the way for a brand-new type of vehicle. Now the new BMW X5 raises the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) driving experience to an even higher standard. Powerful eight and six-cylinder engines, unique suspension, enhanced BMW xDrive all-wheel-drive technology, as well as a weight-optimized bodyshell with extreme torsional stiffness all interact to ensure excellent agility and dynamic performance. The new BMW X5 is
the only vehicle in its segment available with both Active Steering,
developed by BMW, and AdaptiveDrive (a combination of Active Roll Stabilization
and Electronic Damping Control). It is also the first SAV fitted with
runflat tires as standard equipment. The new X5 will be available in the U.S. with either a 4.8-liter V8 capable of 350 horsepower or a 3.0-liter inline-six with 260 horsepower. The all-new X5 has all the attributes that made the original Sports Activity Vehicle such an innovative concept, and elevates them to new standards. The interior of the original X5 was one of its hallmarks. The interior in the new BMW X5 combines the most sophisticated materials with numerous innovative options, thus a first-class ambience. With sales of approximately 580,000 units worldwide since its launch in 1999, the BMW X5 has become an outstanding global success and still enjoys great popularity to this day. Of course the U.S. is the market where the X5 has had the greatest impact. Over 240,000 BMW X5s have been sold in the U.S. alone. As it was with the original, the goal was to offer the customer a generously dimensioned, luxuriously appointed and, at the same time, highly robust premium vehicle. With BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive and greater ground clearance the X5 possesses all the requirements for venturing out on rough terrain. By combining these attributes with outstanding on-road driving dynamics, BMW has initiated a completely new trend in the global vehicle market. Characteristic seating position, flexible interior. The new BMW X5 is 7.4 inches longer than its predecessor. However, the body designers have maintained the typical proportions of BMW’s outstanding SAV, as well as the overall sporting character of the vehicle. The extra size only becomes apparent at first glance within the interior of the new BMW X5. Significant ground clearance and the high, command seating position continue to characterize the unique driving experience. At the same time the interior is even more flexible than before and, for the first time, allows the integration of an optional, third row of seats. Just as with the original, the interior of the new X5 is characterized by premium flair and a wide range of features which set new standards for vehicles in this segment. Driving dynamics typical of BMW SAV. The new BMW X5 further enhances its leadership in driving dynamics. While the previous model was successful in setting and remaining the benchmark in this respect throughout its entire product cycle, BMW’s drivetrain and chassis development specialists have now set the standard even higher in terms of power and performance, agility, dynamics, and ride comfort. They have achieved this while retaining the basic principles of unit-body design, independent suspension, and full-time, electronically controlled variable all-wheel drive. Both engines for
the BMW X5 have been substantially upgraded in power, performance and
refinement. The chassis and suspension – which enable this new-found
power and performance to be used to best effect on road, track or no
road at all – is brand-new from the ground up. Innovative and exclusive suspension technology. The new BMW X5 boasts a double wishbone front suspension, which is noteworthy for this type of vehicle. This optimizes tire contact on the road and makes the new X5 capable of reaching impressively high cornering forces. The integral IV rear suspension, patented by BMW, also helps to give the new BMW X5 truly outstanding potential on the road. Through its configuration, the rear suspension is better able to separate the driving and shock-absorbing functions. The wheel mounts and suspension subframe, as well as no less than four control arms, takes up drive and dynamic forces fed into the suspension. Lastly, soft front swing mounts on the rear suspension subframe, optimize the longitudinal suspension of the wheel guidance elements and enhance ride comfort substantially. The new rack-and-pinion steering with a variable transmission ratio geared to the steering angle meets the requirements of different driving situations at all times. The steering helps keep the driver safely in control of his vehicle even at higher speeds, offering outstanding directional stability. In bends, on the other hand, the driver will feel more direct steering response with the steering ratio geared to the steering angle which provides a dynamic style of driving. Unique in the segment: Active Steering and AdaptiveDrive. The new BMW X5 is the first vehicle in its class to offer Active Steering as an option. This advanced system developed by BMW offers the right steering ratio at all speeds. Up to a speed of approximately 55 mph (90 km/h), steering behavior is more direct, meeting the requirements of sporting and active driving. Another advantage is that the driver only has to turn the steering wheel twice from lock to lock. At higher speeds, on the other hand, the Active Steering transmission is more indirect, enhancing the directional stability of the vehicle and, accordingly, driving comfort. Active Steering, when ordered, is combined in the new BMW X5 with Servotronic for optimal power steering boost at all speeds. Active Steering can also help to stabilize the X5 should the driver experience the onset of oversteering or understeering in a bend or in particularly demanding brake maneuvers. When applying the brakes on surfaces with varying frictional coefficients (split-friction braking), for example, Active Steering precisely but discreetly countersteers to help the X5 stop in a sure straight line. Carefully coordinated interaction of the anti-roll bars and shock absorbers by way of AdaptiveDrive, part of the Sport Package in the U.S., is equally unique in this SAV’s segment. The combination of Active Roll Stabilization and Electronic Damping Control gives the new BMW X5 a standard of handling capability and ride quality never seen before in a vehicle of this kind. Using sensors, AdaptiveDrive constantly monitors and calculates data on the road speed of the vehicle, its steering angle, straight-line and lateral acceleration, body and wheel acceleration, as well as height levels. Then, based on this information, the system controls both the swivel motors on the anti-roll bars and the electromagnetic shock-absorber valves, controlling body roll and damping as required at all times. World debut: data transfer via FlexRay. The FlexRay high-speed data transmission system is used for the first time in the industry for fast and reliable coordination of all AdaptiveDrive functions. FlexRay has been enhanced to production standard by a consortium of development companies under the leadership of BMW. This system offers a level of data transfer capacity never seen before. The new BMW X5 is the first vehicle in the world to feature FlexRay technology. Even more precise: intelligent BMW xDrive all-wheel-drive technology standard in every BMW SAV. The new BMW X5 remains sure-footed and agile in every situation and on every surface thanks largely to BMW’s intelligent, full-time xDrive all-wheel-drive system. Under normal driving conditions, drive forces are spread out front-to-rear in a 40 : 60 split. Reacting extremely quickly and precisely, xDrive ensures variable power distribution front-to-rear as soon as a specific driving situation or surface conditions require. To perform this
function, BMW xDrive features a center differential with an electronically
controlled multiple-plate clutch which feeds the power of the engine
to where it can be used to best effect. Hence, this all-wheel-drive
system, which was introduced by BMW, offers a level of security in spirited
driving. It works to counteract any over- or understeer in bends immediately
by moving power to the front or the rear as required to help stabilize
the vehicle. These many qualities of BMW’s electronically controlled all-wheel-drive system give not only the BMW X5 and X3 SAVs, but rather all BMWs equipped with xDrive truly outstanding driving qualities at all times. The system is recognized as so beneficial that BMW has now become the world’s most successful manufacturer of all-wheel-drive vehicles in the premium segment. OUR TAKE ON THE 2007 BMW X5: The BMW X5 is next in line for a remodel following the popular 7 series, 5 series and 3 series lines of sedans. The all new X5 integrates some of BMWs newest highlights while keeping the design of the sport utility true to its predecessor. Changes in the front, profile and rear views are minimalistic while the interior gladly embraces its inluence from the 5 series sedan. With competition coming from the Porsche Cayenne, the all new Audi Q7 and its counterpart the Volkswagen Toureg, the X5 is stacked up with some pretty deep competition coming from its German adversaries. With the latter 3 SUV's succeeding at providing the market with performance and agility, the X5 remodel looks ready to rock. THE JEEP COMPASS COMPETES WITH: 2007 Audi Q7, 2007 Porsche Cayenne, 2007 Infinity QX56, Acura RDX, Infinit FX OTHER BMW MODELS YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: 2006 BMW 3 Series Sedan, 2006 BMW Z Coupe, 2006 BMW M3, 2006 BMW M6, 2006 BMW 6 Series, 2006 BMW M5, 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, BMW M3 RELATED ARTICLES, REVIEWS AND SITES:
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