Kuala
Lumpur, 29th May 2019 – BMW Malaysia today unveiled two
new additions to the BMW X Series: The All-New BMW X5 and the New BMW X2 M35i.
The Sports Activity Vehicles (SAV) and SAC are equipped with more powerful
engines and a distinctive design language to elevate the Sheer Driving Pleasure
of driving a BMW.
Mr. Harald Hoelzl, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia
said, “The performance of the BMW X portfolio in Malaysia has been nothing
short of remarkable. Last year, we successfully delivered more than 5,000 units
of BMW X vehicles, resulting in a significant double-digit growth of 19%. In
the first four months of this year alone, the delivery of over 1,500 BMW X
vehicles demonstrates the demand for our Sports Activity Vehicles and Sports Activity Coupe. We are
committed to fulfilling that increasing demand with the All-New BMW X5 and the
New BMW X2 M35i, and once again set a new benchmark for the premium SAV &
SAC segment.”
Hoelzl added, “As the pioneer of the BMW X family, the BMW
X5 delivered more than 2.2 million units across its three model generations,
making it the best-selling SAV worldwide. This worldwide success is also
reflected here in Malaysia as the BMW X5 is a key contributor to BMW Group
Malaysia’s performance year on year. On the other hand, its sportier sibling,
the BMW X2 has delivered close to 100 units since its introduction last April.”
Having established the SAV segment in 1999, the BMW X5
continues to be the most successful BMW X model and the best-selling SAV
worldwide. The All-New BMW X5 adds another chapter to this success story.
Meanwhile, the top-of-the-range model of the most powerful compact SAC, the BMW
X2 M35i, now delivers even more
dynamic
handling characteristics and an exciting design for to impress at first sight.
The
All-New BMW X5: The founding father of the BMW X family.
The All-New BMW X5 has grown in all dimensions compared to
its predecessor while staying true to its iconic character and proportions. The
exterior design language now packs a more athletic punch and is complemented by
clean precise lines and clearly defined surfaces.
The sculpted bonnet of the All-New BMW X5 conveys a
muscular appearance, and the front overhang is now shorter than before. Taking
centre stage is a large kidney grille that is sophisticatedly framed by a
single surround, giving the vehicle a stronger frontal appearance. The new
Adaptive LED headlights are slim and wrap around into the front wings of the
vehicle. With the M Sport package, the All-New BMW X5 also features 20-inch
light alloy wheels and M Sport brakes with fixed callipers in a dark blue paint
finish with the BMW M logo.
At the rear, the All-New BMW X5 features stunning new
three-dimensional wrap-around LED taillights. The large, rectangular tailpipes
affixed also project an image of formidable power familiar to the BMW X Series.
The All-New BMW X5 also features an all-round growth in
dimensions, lending to its excellent manoeuvrability and maximised comfort. The
length of the All-New BMW X5 has now increased by 36mm to 4,922mm with an
increase in width by 66mm to 2,004mm. It now features a higher roofline as well
at 1,745mm, a 19mm step up from its predecessor. The wheelbase also increased
by 42mm and now measures 2,975mm. It also provides a more spacious luggage
compartment from 650 litres up to 1,870 litres.
A powerful, fuel-efficient three-litre six-cylinder petrol
engine powers the All-New BMW X5. It can generate a top speed of 243km/h with a
maximum output of 250kW/340hp and a peak torque of 450Nm. The All-New BMW X5
can go from 0-100km/h in only 5.5 seconds. Its fuel-efficiency is demonstrated
by its significantly lowered fuel-consumption of 9.2 l/100km of travel with
carbon emission of 211/km.
The formidable engine is complemented by a revised
eight-speed Steptronic transmission with enhanced shift dynamics. Power is
transmitted to all four wheels via xDrive. Equipped with a double-wishbone
front suspension, five-link rear suspension and Adaptive M Suspension, the
chassis of the All-New BMW X5 can be specifically configured to maximise its dynamic
ability or comfort. As expected from BMW, the All-New BMW X5’s suspension is
tuned to provide Sheer Driving Pleasure with maximum agility provided by the
Sports mode and performance personalisation by the Driving Experience Control.
The interior of the All-New BMW X5 bears the M Sport DNA.
It features the exclusive M leather steering wheel with shift paddles and the M
stainless steel pedals. The door sill finishers with the M logo exudes a sporty
yet elegant appeal. Another striking characteristic of the All-New BMW X5’s
design language is the special electroplated finishing that adds an
electrifying touch of luxury to the interior. It also combines comprehensive
standard equipment such as the electrically adjustable sport seats with
Vernasca Leather upholstery and the ambient lighting complete with the Welcome
Carpet.
The all-new SAV also conveys a great sense of luxury and
comfort with four-zone air conditioning, Rear Seat Entertainment Professional
and the Panorama glass roof which makes for a brighter interior. The
transparent area of the glass roof has been increased by 30%. The cargo cover
can now be electrically retracted into the luggage compartment floor, and with
the Comfort Access, both parts of the two-piece tailgate can also be opened and
closed electrically at the convenient touch of a button.
A stand-out feature of the All-New BMW X5’s interior is the
now-standard new BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Navigation Professional powered
by the new BMW Operating System 7.0. The BMW Live Cockpit Professional combines
the 12.3-inch Information Display with an equally large central Control Display
featuring touchscreen function and an advanced user interface. The Info Display
projects navigational content, the vehicle’s position and any relevant traffic
information ahead. Together with the New
BMW Head-up Display, now with a 70% larger display area compared to the
predecessor, all important information can be viewed comfortably at eye-level.
The intelligent integration of navigational data into the Info Display allows
the Control Display to focus on more infotainment and vehicle functions. The
BMW Operating System 7.0 in the Control Display also prioritises intuitive
touch control for the first time.
An expanded range of driver assistance systems is ever
ready to further the direction of automated driving for the all-new SAV. The
latest BMW Personal CoPilot includes a cruise control system with braking
function, Lane Departure Warning with steering intervention, Frontal Collision
Warning with braking intervention that also now responds to cyclists on the
road, rear cross traffic warning and rear collision prevention.
Furthermore, the All-New BMW X5 is equipped with the
intelligent Park Assist that is capable of manoeuvring in and out of parallel
and perpendicular parking spaces. The new Reversing Assist also provides an
unmatched form of support when manoeuvring out of a parking spot and operating
in tight spaces. The system also keeps a record of the last 50 metres of the
drive to the parking space and will assist with exiting the space by taking
over the steering.
The BMW ConnectedDrive service is extended to include the
BMW Digital Key for the All-New BMW X5, making it easier to unlock and start
the vehicle without the use of a conventional key. All it requires is an
Android smartphone, with Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, held close
to the driver’s door handle to easily unlock the vehicle. The engine can also
be started by placing the smartphone in the centre console’s charging tray. The
BMW Digital Key can be used for up to five additional smartphones to make
sharing the All-New BMW X5 more convenient than ever.
Colour offerings for the All-New BMW X5 include Mineral
White, Black Sapphire, Artic Grey and Phytonic Blue. The Vernasca Leather
upholstery is available in the classic Black with Aluminium Tetragon for
Mineral White and Black Sapphire. The option of Vernasca Leather Coffee with
Fineline Stripe Wood is available for both the Artic Grey and Phytonic Blue, while
the Vernasca Leather Cognac with Fineline Stripe Wood is exclusively available
for Mineral White only.
The
New BMW X2 M35i: Sports car, redefined.
The New BMW X2 M35i checks all the boxes for extreme
athleticism, dynamic driving performance and pure confidence on the road. The M
Performance SAC is even more assured on the asphalt thanks to its sharpened
design and powerful proportions.
The redesigned sporty identity of the New BMW X2 M35i is
reflected in its numerous M Performance elements. At first glance, the sporty
SAV immediately astounds with a sleek double kidney grille in Cerium Grey. In
addition to that are the newly redesigned side air inlets positioned at the
front for maximum brakes and engine cooling efficiency. The exterior mirrors have
also been upgraded to special Cerium Grey caps.
At the rear, the New BMW X2 M35i boasts a distinctive M
rear spoiler and demonstrates its supremacy with an M Sport exhaust system with
two 100mm-diameter tailpipes. Thanks to the adapted silencer system, the M
Performance exhaust system produces a particularly sporty sound spectrum.
20-inch M Sport light alloy wheels in 721M styling and in Cerium Grey bicolour
impressively round off the exterior design features.
The New BMW X2 M35i is powered by BMW’s formidable 2.0-litre
TwinPower Turbo engine. The first-ever M Performance 4-cylinder turbocharged
petrol engine sets a new benchmark above its predecessors as it generates a
maximum power output of 225kW/306hp and a maximum torque of 450Nm. The top
speed of the New BMW X2 M35i is at an impressive 250km/h, consuming 7.4 litres
of fuel for every 100km of travel.
To ensure that this sheer power is securely transferred to
the tarmac, the New BMW X2 M35i comes with the intelligent four-wheel drive
technology, xDrive in conjunction with the 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission
including Launch Control, an acceleration aide for optimal traction and grip
when accelerating upon start-up. The automatic transmission features specific M
Performance tuning. As a result, the BMW X2 M35i can accelerate from 0 to 100
km/h in just 4.9 seconds. Also, the thermal stability of the engine is now
ensured by a redesigned cooling system.
The New BMW X2 M35i also features an M Sport suspension
system that has been specifically tuned and adapted to match the car’s sporty
character. A first for an M Performance vehicle is the M Sport Differential
installed in the front axle gear that effectively reduces possible traction
losses on the front wheels during highly dynamic driving manoeuvres. The newly
upgraded M Sport braking system with fixed callipers in Dark Blue metallic and
18-inch steel discs at the front with 17-inch at the rear guarantees
consistently short braking distances even under the highest loads.
Steering and suspension have both been adapted to match the
performance of the drive system. With a special setup, drivers will enjoy an
impressively direct and precise steering feel with the M sports steering. The
new SAV also comes with the M Sport suspension with a stiffer spring and damper
setting as well as vehicle lowering. The standard Parking Assistant and Rear
View Camera is also equipped for a safer, more convenient drive.
The New BMW X2 M35i’s interior showcases its M Sport DNA
with an exceptionally athletic look. The new SAC features the exclusive M Sport
leather steering wheel with shift paddles, interior trim finishers in Aluminium
Hexagon Anthracite and door entry trims at the front boldly bearing the “M35i”
designation. For the first time ever, the exclusive M sports seats at
the front are provided to ensure absolute comfort. The Dakota
Leather-upholstered M sport seats offer not only perfect lateral support for
both driver and front passenger at sharp bends, but also the highest level of
comfort and safety through integrated headrests. Music can be enjoyed via the
Harman Kardon 12-Speaker sound system while the Navigation Plus with an
8.8-inch touch sensitive control display provide seamless navigational content.
Colour offerings for the New BMW X2 M35i include Alpine
White, Black Sapphire, Galvanic Gold, Misano Blue and Sunset Orange. Inside, owners
have a choice of Black Dakota leather upholstery with Black perforations or
Magma Red with Grey-Highlighted perforations.
The All-New BMW X5 and the New BMW X2 M35i
will be available at all authorised BMW dealerships nationwide at the BMW X
Crew event taking place on the weekend of the 21st to the 23rd
of June 2019.
The estimated retail prices (on the road, without
insurance, and with BMW Group Malaysia’s latest 5 Years Unlimited Mileage
Warranty, Free Scheduled Service Programme and BMW Tyre Warranty Programme) for
the BMW X Series are:
The All-New BMW X5
xDrive40i M Sport RM 640, 000.00
The New BMW X2 M35i RM 400, 000.00
