BMW Korea announced on the 6th that it will officially launch the facelifted models of the mid-large Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) X5 and the mid-large Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) X6 in the domestic market.


The BMW X5 is the model that pioneered the BMW SAV segment. It is popular worldwide for its dynamic driving sensation and excellent space utilization. The X6 combines coupe design with the characteristics of an SAV.


First, the exterior of the facelifted X5 and X6 features a new design that further emphasizes dynamism. The headlights have become slimmer and feature a new shape of daytime running lights. The grille includes the 'BMW Iconic Glow,' which adds subtle lighting. The lower part of the front bumper highlights dynamism with a three-dimensional octagonal design element.


BMW New X5

BMW New X5

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BMW New X5 Interior

BMW New X5 Interior

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The interior design incorporates the latest digital technology as well as sophisticated design elements throughout. It is equipped with the latest BMW Curved Display, consisting of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch control display. Physical buttons have been minimized to allow touch control, and a newly designed gear lever has been applied to enhance the sense of space.


BMW applied 48-volt mild hybrid technology to all models of the X5 and X6. The X5 xDrive40i and X6 xDrive40i models are equipped with a 381-horsepower inline 6-cylinder gasoline engine, which is 41 horsepower more powerful than the previous model. Additionally, the X5 xDrive30d and X6 xDrive30d feature an inline 6-cylinder diesel engine that delivers a maximum output of 298 horsepower and a maximum torque of 68.3 kg·m.


The M60i model, which delivers the most powerful performance in the X5 and X6 lineup, is equipped with the latest M TwinPower Turbo 4.4ℓ V8 gasoline engine producing a maximum output of 530 horsepower and maximum torque of 76.5 kg·m. The zero to 100 km/h acceleration time is just 4.3 seconds.


BMW New X6

BMW New X6

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The plug-in hybrid model of the BMW X5, the BMW X5 xDrive50e, is equipped with BMW's latest electrification technology, the 5th generation electric drive system (GEN5 eDrive), completely changing the drive system. The combined system output is 489 horsepower (in boost mode), and the maximum torque is 71.4 kg·m. The zero to 100 km/h acceleration time is 4.8 seconds. The high-voltage battery capacity has increased by about 25% compared to the previous model, allowing for a maximum electric-only driving range of up to 77 km on a full charge. The top speed in electric mode is 140 km/h.



The prices vary by trim: ▲X5 xDrive30d ranges from 117 million to 122.1 million KRW ▲X5 xDrive40i ranges from 122.7 million to 127.7 million KRW. The PHEV model ▲X5 xDrive50e ranges from 128.2 million to 135.2 million KRW, and the high-performance model ▲X5 M60i xDrive is priced at 158 million KRW. The X6 models are priced at ▲X6 xDrive30d 125.8 million KRW ▲X6 xDrive40i 131.4 million KRW, and the high-performance model ▲X6 M60i xDrive is 161.5 million KRW. (Prices include VAT and a 5.0% individual consumption tax)


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