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1999 — present · 5 generations · suv
The BMW X5 is a mid-size luxury SUV that entered production in 1999 and spans five generations.
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The BMW X5 photo gallery has 574 high-quality photos. Last update: Sep 26, 2026.
About the model
The first-generation BMW X5 E53 arrived in 1999 as the manufacturer's initial venture into the SUV segment. It combined a unibody construction with fully independent suspension, full-time all-wheel drive, and a selection of six-cylinder and V8 powertrains.
The second-generation E70 grew in dimensions and introduced the brand's xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system alongside optional third-row seating. In 2013, the third-generation F15 refined the architecture with updated exterior styling, improved aerodynamics, and modernized turbocharged engines paired with eight-speed automatic transmissions.
The fourth-generation G05 adopted a new modular platform, introducing dual-axle air suspension and an expanded suite of electronic driving aids. The fifth-generation G65 carries the SUV legacy forward with modern powertrain refinements and upgraded vehicle electronics.
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2027 BMW iX5 60 xDrive Recharges From 8 to 50 Percent in 10 Minutes During First Drive
The all-wheel-drive 2027 BMW iX5 60 xDrive pairs a 570-hp dual-motor powertrain with a 144-kWh, 800-volt battery targeting an EPA-estimated range of 450 miles. During a demonstration on a 500-kW fast charger, the SUV peaked at over 470 kW and added roughly 225 miles of range in just 10 minutes.
23.Oct.2026
Fifth-Generation 2027 BMW X5 Tested in 394-HP xDrive40 Trim
The fifth-generation 2027 BMW X5 has undergone its first road test in the entry-level xDrive40 specification, priced from $74,200. Combining Neue Klasse styling with an updated CLAR platform, the SUV features a 394-hp mild-hybrid inline-six, a full-width panoramic display, and hands-free driving assistance up to 85 mph.
23.Oct.2026
2028 BMW i3 Touring Electric Wagon Spied Testing With 400 kW Charging Support
BMW's first electric 3 Series wagon has been spotted testing near the Nürburgring ahead of its official debut next year. The 2028 i3 Touring will share the i3 Sedan's pillar-to-pillar Panoramic Vision display, 17.9-inch central touchscreen, and up to 400 kW fast-charging capability.
21.Oct.2026
BMW adds 570-horsepower twin-turbo V8 to 7 Series lineup with M760 xDrive
BMW has expanded its 7 Series lineup with the M760 xDrive, featuring a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 delivering approximately 570 horsepower. The all-wheel-drive M Performance sedan replaces the former 760i and is heading to Europe engineered to comply with Euro 7 regulations.
14.Oct.2026
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