2019 BMW X5 M Reveals More of Its Aggressive Styling
BMW is working on a more powerful, capable, and lighter X5 M.
Spy photographers recently caught the high-performance crossover testing in Sweden, as the German automaker readies the fourth-generation model. The 2019 BMW X5 is rumored to make its debut this summer, so expect the X5 M not to be far behind with a debut before the end of the year. Under the hood should be the same 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine found in the 2018 BMW M5, generating around 600 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. All-wheel drive is a given for the high-performance crossover, although it’s unclear if BMW will give it the ability to be completely rear-wheel drive like the M5.
The 2019 BMW X5 will also see a major change by switching to the CLAR platform, which currently underpins the 5 and 7 Series models.
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Compared to the last time we saw the next-generation X5 testing, prototypes have dropped a bit of camouflage. Sporting blue brake calipers and large cross-drilled rotors, the X5 M also features its a familiar quad exhaust setup in the rear. Up front are large kidney grilles and what appears to be an aggressively styled front fascia.
We should hear and learn more about the 2019 BMW X5 later this year, so keep your eyes open for news.
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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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