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2013 BMW X5 spied

By Brett Davis |

BMW has been spotted testing a prototype of the next-generation BMW X5, expected in 2013. This is the first time a prototype of the new model has been seen in public.

The ‘F15′ BMW X5 will be built on a heavily revised version of the BMW 5-Series platform. Engineers are set to adapt various construction technologies in the aim to reduce the big SUV’s weight, and in turn reduce fuel consumption.

It is too early to know for sure what powertrains will be offered in the new model, but the usual line-up of turbocharged petrol and diesel six-cylinder units, and a twin-turbo petrol V8, are expected to return in revised form. An ActiveHybrid variant is also on the cards.

The current second-generation X5 has been around since 2006. It will continue on the market until 2013. The 2014 model will feature a fresh new design, showcasing BMW’s latest design language, sharing similar design themes as seen on the new 1-Series and 6-Series, with a restyled front twin-grille layout.

As for technology, the F15 X5 will feature BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive system, self-leveling air suspension with Adaptive Drive, night vision, park assist, traffic-sign recognition, and fuel-saving measures such as stop-start.

The 2014 X5 is expected to be unveiled sometime in late-2013.


 

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  • Anonymous

    They really need to bring out the new model ASAP.  The current one is SO bland.  Nothing at all like the stylish first gen model.

  • The Truth

    This has to be one of the most over-rated vehicles in the SUV market. After BMW copies everything they could from Ranger Rover when they owned it, they produced the first X5, and then Ford bought Land Rover, and they too copied it to create Explorer, but the reality is all the copies are no match for the real thing, and Land Rover continue to set the bar higher than BMW can jump. Just wait and see how many Evoque knock-offs are just around the corner … and well … as they say “Imitation is the sincerest for of flattery”.

    • BM

      Are you serious! X5 is still the best SUV on the market today. Drive all of them and see why. RR is overpriced defect merchant that is great offload but no match for x5 on the roads. Where 95% of people spend their time

  • Churerboy

    Looks like my Audi Q7

    • Oliver Cromwell

      is it the camo?

    • Oliver Cromwell

      is it the camo?

  • T J

    Do we really need that many suvs?

  • Al

    Rear of this really looks to be extended like the Q7.  Likely adding cargo space to the rear of the 3rd row seating.  Will make it a big change from the current model.  Surprised know one else seeing that thru the camo. (expept above mention about Q7)