The new BMW X5 xDrive45e triples its autonomy in electric mode

The new generation of the X5 xDrive45e offers an electric range of up to 87 km thanks to its higher-capacity battery

BMW has just announced the start of marketing of the second generation of the X5 xDrive45e, highlighting the significant increase in autonomy in electric mode that this new model offers. Thanks to a higher-capacity battery, this plug-in hybrid version of the X5 now ranks above many of its competitors in its segment.

Depending on the equipment chosen, the new X5 xDrive45e now allows you to travel up to 87 km without using a single drop of gasoline and without generating any emissions.

BMW reminds buyers of this new model, however, that if they want to get the most range in electric mode, it is important to pay attention to a few details before making a reservation.

For example, as with any vehicle, larger wheels not only increase its weight, but also rolling resistance. Which will consequently reduce the autonomy in electric mode.

The battery of the new X5 xDrive45e increases its capacity

The X5 xDrive45e now features a battery with a total capacity of 24 kWh, of which 21 kWh are usable. To give you an idea of ​​what this means, the first generation BMW i3 had a 22 kWh battery, with only 18,8 kWh of which are usable.

The combined use of the electric motor and the combustion engine makes possible very low gasoline consumption, which is between 1.2 and 1.9 liters per 100 km; with CO2 emissions of between 27 and 44 grams per kilometre. BMW estimates a combined energy consumption of between 23.1 and 28,3 kWh per 100 kilometres travelled. These figures have been achieved thanks to the advances made by the Bavarian firm in the development of more efficient electric motors.

The electric motor power of the X5 xDrive45e is 83 kW, while that of its gasoline engine is 210 kW. BMW claims that both engines offer a combined output of 290 kW, with a maximum torque of 600 Nm. The Bavarian firm has also placed the electric motor in this version of the X5 between the 8-speed transmission and the combustion engine, so that it also has four-wheel drive even in fully electric mode.

Higher speed in electric mode

The new X5 xDrive45e also drives faster than its predecessor in fully electric mode, going from 120 km/h to 135 km/hWhen driving in hybrid mode, the combustion engine may not start working until reaching 110 km/h.

One last thing to note that has surprised us quite a bit is that BMW has not yet offered any data on battery charging times. In any case, we will be keeping an eye out for this information to come to light soon.

Regarding its price, The BMW X5 xDrive45e is on sale in Germany from 77600 euros.