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BMW X5 Vision is a hybrid SUV, which is to be unveiled at the 2008 Geneva Auto Show in the next month.

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BMW X5 Vision

The manufacturers of the big and macho SUV’s are soon going to be silenced by the famous automobile manufacturer BMW. The 7-seater BMW X5 Vision is hybrid, economical and better than any other gas-guzzling SUV. It will be unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show this year that is to be held in March. This is the latest in BMW’s Efficient Dynamics program, which reduces fuel consumption and cuts down CO2 emissions.
 
The BMW X5 is supposed to be one of the most environment-friendly that will be available in the market. It comes with 235-hp, turbocharged, 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder diesel 3.0d and an advanced hybrid drive-train that is being tested in various prototypes on German roads. The power-train of X5 Vision is a mild hybrid with a combination of diesel engine and electric motor. The car churns out a maximum torque of 295 lb-ft at 2000 rpm with the diesel engine and 155 lb-ft of torque with the electric transmission.
 
The brilliant engineering is what makes the fuel economy and performance at par with the 3 Series. The BMW X5 also comes with advanced features like stop/start function, two distinct electrical systems, solar panel on the roof, low-drag wheels for reduced buffeting, etc. Along with that, the exterior of the car looks sleek enough and can give competition to any SUV due to its advanced features and sleek looks.


Last Updated on : 23-Feb-2008


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