Especificaciones y análisis del BMW X5
Power
381HP
Torque
740Nm
Consumption
6.6l/100
Emissions
173g/km
0-100 km/h
5.3s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
2295kg
Price
108,509€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 8v
AWD
7 / 5 doors
575 L
85 L
280 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW X5 M50d 7 plazas · 381 CV (2014-2018)
General description
The 2014 BMW X5 M50d is not just any SUV; it's a statement of intent. At a time when diesel reached its performance zenith, BMW M Performance created a beast capable of combining the versatility of a seven-seater with the brute force of a sports car, an asphalt giant with an athlete's heart.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is to feel a surge of power. The 740 Nm of torque pins you to the seat from just 2000 rpm, catapulting its nearly 2.3 tons from 0 to 100 km/h in an incredible 5.3 seconds. The sound of the tri-turbo six-cylinder engine is deep and addictive, a melody that belies its diesel nature. Despite its size, it feels surprisingly agile and planted on the road thanks to the xDrive all-wheel-drive system and a chassis setup that borders on perfection, instilling absolute confidence in every corner.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetics command respect. The M package gives it a muscularity that accentuates its elegant and powerful lines, with large air intakes and exclusive details that announce its sporting lineage. Inside, the atmosphere is one of pure luxury and sophistication. The materials are exquisite, the fit and finish are impeccable, and the space is generous, offering the practicality of seven seats in an environment that envelops you in comfort and exclusivity.
Technology and features
Technology is at the service of a sublime driving experience. The 8-speed automatic transmission is a work of art for its speed and smoothness, while the M adaptive suspension adjusts to offer everything from superb comfort on long trips to sporty firmness when demanded. The iDrive infotainment system, a benchmark of its time, centralizes control of all vehicle functions intuitively and effectively.
Competition
In the pantheon of high-performance diesel SUVs, the X5 M50d competed against titans like the Porsche Cayenne S Diesel, with its dynamic focus, the Audi SQ7 TDI, a technological marvel, and the Range Rover Sport SDV8, which added extra luxury and off-road capability. Each had its own character, but the BMW always stood out for its balance between sportiness and daily usability.
Conclusion
The BMW X5 M50d is a fascinating machine and a milestone in diesel engineering. It represents the culmination of an era, a vehicle capable of everything: from taking the family on a trip in imperial comfort to devouring kilometers of highway or mountain passes with breathtaking performance. It is a car of contrasts, an SUV that excites like a true sports car.