Power upgrades are also available for the rest of this range.
The new-generation BMW X5 was introduced in 2018 as a 2019 model. The X5 is internally known as the G05 and remains one of BMW’s most profitable models. These models were sold worldwide by BMW in 2021 along with the mechanically identical X6.
The crossover is three years old and will soon be ready for a facelift, or Life Cycle Impulse as BMW-speak. BMW Blog claims that this will take place next year, the fourth year of production. The popular crossover will also be powered by new and upgraded engines.
According to the blog, BMW is developing a new engine codenamed S68. According to the report, the S68 will replace the N63 engine which has been in use since 2008. The S68 will feature a twin-turbo V8 and a ‘hot vee’ configuration, just like its predecessor. It is possible that the engine will be equipped with mild-hybrid assistance. The rumored horsepower rating of the engine is 535 horsepower (399 megawatts).
The current version of the N63 engine has 523 horsepower (390 Kilowatts) with 553 pound-feet (775 Newton-meters). The S68 is a power boost of 12 horsepower (9 Kilowatts) over N63, if the rumor is correct. BMW Blog states that the new engine will see the M50i badge replaced by the M60i.
Apart from the “junior-M” model, there are power upgrades throughout the range. The turbocharged straight six B58 might produce 370 horsepower (276kilowatts), in the 2023 model of the X5xDrive40i. The X5 xDrive45e may also see a power boost of 389 horsepower (290 kilowatts), to 480 horsepower (358 kilowatts). The third technical update will be made to the B57 turbodiesel-inline-six.
BMW is unlikely to rock the boat with its 2023 X5 exterior makeover. Recent spy photos show an evolutionary redesign. This conclusion comes from . The new X5’s headlights are longer and more slimmer than the previous model. However, the grille is slightly larger. It is possible that the bumper draws inspiration from the 5 Series LCI, which was released about a year ago. The interior of the 2023 X5 could be digitally redesigned, as most competitors have a floating widescreen layout.