BMW X5 M

Like the X6 M, BMW's X5 M features a high-output V8 under its hood. But unlike the X6, this Autobahn cruiser has a decidedly traditional SUV shape. Priced from $85,400, this performance SAV significantly undercuts the X5 M's nearest rival, the Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, which is $5,000 more expensive.
Slightly more conventional than its X6 M sibling, the X5 M offers the same utility as the regular X5, with the addition of a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 delivering 555 horsepower at 5,750 rpm and peak torque is 501 pound-feet, available between 1,500 and 5,650 rpm. The crossover can sprint from a standstill to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds, according to the automaker.
Interior options are what would be expected from a true luxury maker such as BMW, and include an interior much more like BMW's 7-series sedans than a sport-utility. Second row seating is spacious, but the third-row seats are best left to the children. Climate and audio can be controlled independently, as well as by that iDrive single-knob computer-screen system (standard on both models) which has been the object of much criticism, but does make the navigation system easy to operate.
Also note that the iDrive system (4th generation) received substantial overhauling for the latest model year -- intended to improve user friendliness. The new iDrive system features new graphics, controls, improved menu structures, more functions and more intuitive function.
A lengthy list of options and features includes steering-linked headlamps, multi-adjustable front seats, satellite navigation, rear seat entertainment system, back-up camera, full-roof sunroof, heated and ventilated front seats, driver's seat massage, front and rear climate zones and more.

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS:

EPA Classification Sport Utility Vehicle
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score 6
ENGINE:
Engine Type Turbocharged Gas V8
Displacement 4.4L/268
Fuel SystemDI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 555 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 500 @ 1500-5650

TRANSMISSION
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive
Trans Type6
Trans Description Cont.Automatic w/OD
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.17
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.34
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.52
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.14
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.87
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.69
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.40
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.91

MILEAGE
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG) 14
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 12
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 17
WEIGHT INFORMATION
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 5368

TRAILERING
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) 5000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) 500
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) 6000
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) 600


BRAKES
Brake Type Power-Assisted
Brake ABS System4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 15.6 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 15.2 x - TBD -

TIRES
Front Tire Size P275/40WR20
Rear Tire Size P315/35WR20
Spare Tire Size Compact

WHEELS
Front Wheel Size (in) 20 x 10
Rear Wheel Size (in) 20 x 11
Spare Wheel Size (in) Compact
Front Wheel Material Alloy
Rear Wheel Material Alloy

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase (in) 115.5
Length, Overall (in) 191.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 78.5
Height, Overall (in) 69.4
Track Width, Front (in) 65.4
Track Width, Rear (in) 65.8

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Passenger Capacity 5
PaFront Head Room (in) 39.3
Front Leg Room (in) 40.0
Front Shoulder Room (in) 60.0
Second Head Room (in) 39.0
Second Leg Room (in) 36.6
Second Shoulder Room (in) 58

SUMMARY
Vehicle Name X5 M
Body Style 4dr