8/22/10

2011 BMW X5

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Auto Car | 2011 BMW X5 | BMW has unveiled today the 2011 BMW X5 facelift for both the European and the North American markets. The 2011 BMW X5 facelift will premiere three new engines: xDrive30d, xDrive40d replacing the xDrive35d and xDrive50i replacing the xDrive48i. All three new engines of the BMW X5 facelift are compliant with the Euro 5 emissions standards. The standard transmission of the new 2011 BMW X5 facelift will be an eight-speed automatic.

As far as the exterior changes go, the 2011 BMW X5 facelift features a new front bumper with enlarged vents and matt aluminum-look lower scuff plates and vent fins. The 2011 BMW X5 facelift also comes with new xenon headlights and LED corona rings, a revised rear lights cluster, larger tail pipes and a new rear bumper.

The German company also released the 2011 BMW X5 price list. The 2011 BMW xDrive30d price starts at 43,980 GBP, the 2011 xDrive40d starts at 46,310 GBP and the 2011 BMW xDrive50i price starts at 55,080 GBP.

This spring, BMW will write the latest chapter in the story of the world’s first Sports Activity Vehicle, the BMW X5. Originally launched for the 2000 model year in late 1999, the BMW X5 permanently changed the automotive landscape. It proved that the driving dynamics, responsiveness, and linear control signature to every BMW could be compatible with utility, versatility, and other-roads capability. For 2011, the BMW X5 models are enhanced with new powertrains and updated design. The 2011 BMW X5 will make its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show in April, and will go on sale at authorized BMW Centers shortly thereafter.

The body design of the 2011 BMW X5 is characterized by well-balanced proportions that accentuate the vehicle’s powerful presence and agility. A long wheelbase, short front and rear body overhangs, and large light-alloy wheels provide a visual balance between the front and rear of the vehicle. Square-shaped, carefully flared wheel arches hint at the X5’s all-wheel drive traction and other-roads capability. The body lines sweep upwards from the front and rear wheels, communicating BMW’s near-perfect 50-50 front-rear weight distribution which is so essential to the X5’s legendary driving dynamic.

The sides of the X5 are elegantly stretched though the strong horizontal lines of each side. The surface of the hood flows seamlessly into the waiseline, while the prominent, gently inclined contour line at the door handle level extends from the front wheel arches to the rear of the vehicle. These character lines symbolize power, stability, and presence.

With its distinctively contoured hood, large BMW kidney grille and dual round headlights, the 2011 BMW X5 boasts an expressive front end that symbolizes power and presence. The newest interpretation of the X5’s look is led by the redesign of the front fascia and position of the standard foglamps. Due to an increase in the number of elements painted body color, the front end gives the impression of being lower. At the same time, the increased size of both the central and outer air intakes hint at the boosted engine output. The black trim at the bottom edge of the body is now considerably narrower. A matte-finished silver protection plate extends across the entire width of the central air intake, emphasizing the muscular features of the SAV, and accentuates the 2011 BMW X5’s character.

(www.zercustoms.com)

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