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The new BMW X5 Arrives in the Middle East
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Enhanced designs made to world's most successful premium SAV
Two new engines with increased power and reduced fuel consumption and emissions
Selective design modifications to the front and rear of the vehicle clearly express enhanced sporting characteristics. All versions of the new BMW X5 are also equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission as standard offering optimised effectiveness and the highest degree of comfort. Two new powertrains have also been introduced to the BMW X5's portfolio; the BMW X5 xDrive50i and the X5 xDrive35i.
More dynamic, efficient and luxurious than ever, the new BMW X5 continues to strengthen its leading position in the premium four-wheel drive segment. Enhanced intelligent four-wheel drive technology ensures superior dynamics both on and off-road. Numerous driver assistance system options and BMWBMW
ConnectedDrive features are available on the new BMW X5. These features offer a wide range of driver-assist technologies that increase the comfort and safety for all passengers while travelling in the vehicle including but not limited to; Head-Up Display, Lane Departure Warning and a Surround View system.
Thanks to BMW EfficientDynamics, all versions of the new BMW X5 achieve the optimum ratio between performance and fuel consumption in each of their engine classes. The new top-of-the-range model, the BMW X5 xDrive50i, V8 power unit, features a BMW TwinPower Turbo and direct petrol injection, has an output 407bhp and accelerates from 0-100km/h in just 5.5 seconds.
The new BMW X5 xDrive35i is powered by 306bhp, straight six-cylinder engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo, High Precision Injection and VALVETRONIC technology and accelerates from 0-100km/h in 8.1 seconds.
The design of the new BMW X5 is characterised by well-balanced proportions that make the vehicle look exquisitely dynamic and elegant. Larger side air intakes at the front with an increased surfaces painted in body colour help emphasise the vehicle's dominance and sportiness on the road. The new BMW X5's athletic character is additionally underlined by the reshaped rear bumper and the tailpipe surrounds.
Both the headlights and taillights have been redesigned to provide a particularly superior and effective day and nighttime functions typical to the BMWBMW style. The L-shaped, redesigned taillights, each with two homogeneously illuminated LED light banks, reflect the brand-typical night-time design of the rear end.
Parking Assist, which measures the size of the parking spot and automatically steers the car into it.
Reversing Camera with Top View: The top view function gives the driver a bird's eye view of the vehicle and gives reliable information on the position and potential obstacles in the vicinity.
Lane Departure Warning, features a vibrating alert on the steering wheel alerting the driver if the car is moving lanes without indicating or drifting.
Lane Change Warning, features a flashing indicator warning you of any vehicles in your blind spot.
Active Cruise control with Stop and Go Function: Automatic distance control function that allows for relaxed cruising on the motorway and ensures that the selected distance from the vehicle ahead is maintained by the vehicle. Stop and Go allows the vehicle to do the same at low-speeds and brings the car to a complete standstill and can automatically set the car in motion again.
Speed Limit Information: Keeps the driver informed of the speed limit on the route being driven through intelligent networking of camera and navigation data. The camera is used for lane departure warning and can also monitor other road signs.
Side View: Two integrated cameras that are incorporated on the front two wings. This ensures comfortable maneuvering but also detection of traffic conditions to the left or ride side of the vehicle when moving out of a space.
Phil Horton, Managing Director of BMW Group Middle EastBMW Group Middle East said: "Since the BMW X5 was launched over ten years ago it has achieved enormous success on a global and regional level with almost 22,000 units sold in the Middle East to date. The X5 is one of our top three selling vehicles in the Middle East so we are extremely pleased to now offer an updated model."
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About The BMWBMW Group:
The BMWBMW Group is one of the most successful manufacturers of premium automobiles and motorcycles in the world with its BMWBMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce brands. As a global company, the BMWBMW Group operates 24 production facilities in 13 countries and has a global sales network in more than 140 countries.
The BMWBMW Group achieved a global sales volume of approximately 1.29 million automobiles and over 87,000 motorcycles for the 2009 financial year. Revenues for 2009 totalled euro 50.68 billion. At 31 December 2009, the company employed a global workforce of approximately 96,000 associates.
The success of the BMWBMW Group has always been built on long-term thinking and responsible action. The company has therefore established ecological and social sustainability throughout the value chain, comprehensive product responsibility and a clear commitment to conserving resources as an integral part of its strategy. As a result of its efforts, the BMWBMW Group has been ranked industry leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes for the last five years.
For the further information and photos please visit the media website http://www.press.bmwgroup.com or contact:
Leanne Blanckenberg, Corporate Communications Manager,
BMWBMW Group Middle East
Email: leanne.blanckenberg@bmw.com
Telephone: +9714 313 2615 or +97150 659 7037
Laura Fanning, d'pr for BMW
Email: laura@d-pr.ae
Telephone: +971 4 3444901
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