BMW X5 EDrive Concept Video, First Look
Making its global debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, the BMW X5 eDrive concept boasts an estimated 74.3 mpg rating on the European test cycle.
So would the X5 eDrive even draw any interest in the market place if it headed to production? That’s what the German automaker is trying to figure out in its home country. The X5 eDrive is powered by a turbocharged, four-cylinder engine mated to a 95-horsepower plug-in hybrid drivetrain for a total system output of 270 horsepower. It has an electric-only range of 19 miles.
Find out more about the BMW X5 eDrive in our first look video below:
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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