BMW X5 F15

The debut of the BMW X5 in the F15 body was held in late spring 2013. Already in mid-winter, the first photos of the expected SUV leaked into the network. In August of the same year, the Bavarian concern presented a hybrid version of the BMW X5 eDrive at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The model is able to overcome only on batteries up to 30 km. Also in the arsenal of the company has a top sporty version of the BMW X5 M F15, equipped with a twin-turbocharged engine.

The predecessor of the crossover is the X5 E70 model. In technical equipment, the car has not grown much in comparison with the previous version. The SUVs are united by a common platform and features of the chassis. Nevertheless, changes in BMW X5 F15 have affected some elements and units.

Crossover BMW X5 F15 is a sporty version of the car, characterized by increased cross-country ability. Auto is recognized as the most popular in its class. In general, the SUV is characterized by a powerful appearance, thoughtful interior, versatility, pleasant and comfortable driving, innovative equipment and modern electronic equipment.

The SUV is assembled in the American city of Spartanburg. The start of sales in the domestic car market came at the end of 2013 – beginning of 2014. Production of models for Russia is carried out at the Kaliningrad Automobile Plant “Avtotor”.

Exterior

The exterior of the BMW X5 F15 crossover is characterized by modernity and elegance. In general, the exterior of the SUV is made in the brand’s signature style. However, for fans of brutality it is worth noting that the car has acquired a certain femininity, thanks to smoother body lines. Clear proportions of the Sport Activity class car are complemented by a small overhang in front, extended wheelbase.

In the center of the crossover’s front end there is a chrome-plated grille, divided into two parts. Below there is another grille with mesh inserts. Already in the standard configuration of BMW X5 F15 the car is equipped with a camera installed between the grilles. On the sides of the manufacturer has attached LED fog lights. Designers of the concern have decided not to make too much wisdom and not to change the shape and location of fog lights in comparison with the previous version.

The optical system of the BMW X5 F15 SUV is represented by LEDs. Manufacturers have made the optics adaptive, which is a novelty for BMW connoisseurs. At turns, the headlights illuminate dark areas of the roadway. In addition, the optical system is equipped with a function of pedestrian recognition, in connection with which at night the car illuminates the road and indicates the presence of people ahead. The cherry on the cake is the signature angel eyes, which serve as daytime running lights.

The powerful lower part of the front bumper is not particularly expressive. Standard equipment of BMW X5 F15 implies an additional grille on the lower side of the bumper, which contains a lot of sensors and sensors. The engineers of the concern have specially thought over the position of the bumper holes for the air flow outlet towards the wheels.

The supercharged modification of the BMW X5M does not differ much from the usual BMW X5 F15. Nevertheless, there are differences. Radiator grille BMW X5 F15 Performance is made in black color, manufacturers have slightly changed the bumper of the charged car, and also crossovers have a different design of rearview mirrors. The body, in addition to the standard shades, additionally has an exclusive color carbon black. For the crossover you can buy a set of retrofitting, which includes M dodger for BMW X5 F15, M performance muffler, mudguards, rails, wheel arch extenders.

The hood is almost entirely borrowed from its predecessor. The similarities consist in similar shapes and lines, repeating the rigor and restraint of the radiator grille. From the side of the crossover you can notice concave lines. Depending on the modification and the cost of the car, the BMW X5 F15 can be equipped with additional sill plates or steps. According to BMW X5 F15 owners’ reviews, the black trim around the windows is not resistant. After a large number of washes, the color fades noticeably. BMW X5 F15 owners note the durability of the chrome trim.

The rear part of the crossover is practically unchanged in comparison with the previous generation. Rear headlights have acquired aggressiveness. The optical system has occupied the luggage compartment lid and body part. The luggage compartment lid is divided into two parts, opening up and down. From the passenger compartment it is possible to open and close the trunk. The lower side of the rear bumper undergoes changes depending on the configuration of the crossover. In the lower part there are two chrome exhaust tips, as well as fog lamps located horizontally. In the version of BMW X5M fog lights have a vertical position.

The body of the BMW X5 F15 SUV is available in 11 color variations. All colors correspond to the premium class of the crossover. As an option manufacturers offer moldings, sun visors, sill plates.  The basic equipment of BMW X5 F15 includes light-alloy 19-inch wheels. Owners will appreciate the impressive fuel tank capacity of 85 liters.

As for the dimensions of the BMW X5 F15, the SUV has not changed. The length of the crossover is 4886 mm, width is 1938 mm, and the height has slightly decreased to 1762 mm in comparison with the previous version. The size of the wheelbase is 2933 mm. Due to the fact that lightweight metals are used in the construction of the crossover, the weight of the car has decreased to 2885 kg. In addition, the aerodynamic balance coefficient has improved to 0.31 compared to the previous 0.33. The ground clearance of the BMW X5 F15 is 20.9 mm. The car is medium-sized, capable of traveling in urban traffic and overcoming light off-roading.

Since 2016, a hybrid version of the BMW X5 eDrive has come down the assembly lines. The difference from the conventional model is the presence of an additional hatch for charging the electric motor battery.

Among the significant problems with the exterior of the BMW X5 F15, according to owners’ reviews, are the side mirrors, which have a small viewing angle.

Interior

The interior of the BMW X5 F15 has been slightly transformed. The design decision of the manufacturers was to place the multimedia touch screen above the panel. At first glance it may seem that the display can be extended, but it is stationary. In comparison with the previous version in the electronic equipment of the crossover there is an increase in the screen diagonal from 6.5 to 10.25 inches. The system allows you to work with Android and Car Play.

The position of the instrumentation is practically unchanged compared to the previous version, except that its shape has been slightly updated. Below the screen there are air supply openings, the button for emergency lights and multimedia system start. Sliding a glance a little lower, one can find a control unit for climate control. It was supposed to move the dial and temperature indicator to the center screen, but the designers decided to abandon the idea.

The audio system is installed under the climate control unit, and the standard equipment of BMW X5 F15 implies the presence of four high-quality speakers. In comparison with the previous model, the crossover does not have a panel with buttons for heated seats and opening the gas tank hatch. Management of these systems of the car has moved to the gear lever.  Near you can find an electromechanical handbrake, suspension control unit consisting of Sport and Comfort modes, as well as multimedia control.

There is a convenient armrest with multiple charging stations behind the automatic transmission lever. The most equipped and expensive modification of BMW X5 F15 includes a built-in mini-fridge and cup holders inside the armrest, which can be heated and cooled. On the armrest, the driver will find a button to open the luggage compartment.

Motorists were especially waiting for the transformation of the dashboard of the BMW X5 F15, however, the designers did not find it necessary to emphasize it and make any changes. The center console contains a lot of gauges, and also displays information about mileage and temperature.

The steering wheel is virtually unchanged from the previous model. On the adaptive steering wheel there are buttons to control the multimedia system, telephone, incoming and outgoing calls. Behind the dashboard manufacturers have installed a projection screen, capable of displaying data on the technical condition of the car, maps, signs on the road, however, sometimes the navigator does not load road information, but the situation can be corrected by updating maps.

According to the reviews of crossover owners, the quality of finishing materials in the interior of BMW X5 F15 has improved. A lot of inserts from wood, aluminum in aggregate with leather trim of one of five possible shades give the interior strictness, elegance, representativeness. The seats of the crossover are made in a sporty style, are characterized by comfort and convenience. Reviews of owners of BMW X5 F15 note that after a year of use of the car, threads begin to come out of the seams of leather trim.

Visibility from the driver’s seat remains at its best, as the area of glazing has not been changed. The BMW X5 III F15 crossover is designed for five people. For an additional fee, you can buy a modification with a third row of seats. Rear seats are characterized by the presence of a wide space, comfort. Standard equipment BMW X5 F15 is equipped with electric adjustment of front seats with the function of position memorization.

The luggage compartment of the crossover is quite spacious in comparison with the previous model. The trunk volume of the BMW X5 F15 is 650 liters. Folding the rear row of seats, you can get up to 1870 liters of free space. The upper luggage compartment lid is electrically operated and can be operated from a button in the passenger compartment and from the key.

Engines

At the time of its release, the BMW X5 F15 was equipped with three varieties of engines. But, after the start of production at the Kaliningrad automobile plant, the engine lineup of the BMW X5 F15 was supplemented with three more engines.

The base xDrive25d is equipped with a four-cylinder turbodiesel unit. The engine is two-liter, squeezes out up to 218 horses. Features of the motor design are in-line arrangement of cylinders, direct fuel injection, sixteen-valve timing. Start time to 100 km in 8.2 seconds. The car of this modification is able to maximally accelerate to 220 km / h. Fuel consumption on the BMW X5 F15 25D on average is 5.9 liters. The size of the tank on the BMW X5 F15 25D is 85 liters.

The xDrive30d is equipped with a diesel six-cylinder engine. The unit has a capacity of 3.0 liters. The engine power reaches 249 hp. This motor has been produced for a long time, but for the BMW X5 F15 3.0 d it has been improved. Manufacturers have increased the fuel injection pressure, the weight of the engine has been reduced. New in the design of the diesel unit is a modernized turbocharger, battery injection of the 3rd generation, as well as piezoelectric injectors. The design changes have improved the dynamics of the car. The motor starts up to a hundred in no more than 6.9 seconds, gaining a maximum speed of 230 km/hour. To increase the power characteristics, chip tuning of BMW X5 F15 is carried out. The re-flashing of the block allows you to increase the power up to 300 horses. Reviews of the BMW X5 F15 diesel 3.0 d note that chip tuning with downpipe helps to achieve up to 320 horses.

On average, the fuel consumption of the BMW X5 F15 30D does not exceed 6.2 liters of diesel. As for possible problems, if there is a tsk-tskot under the hood, the reason lies in the hydrocompensators, it is necessary to check the quality of the oil, or change it. In addition, extraneous noises in the rear of the engine indicate the need to replace the timing chain. The engine should be filled with 6.5 liters of oil.

The BMW X5 m50d F15 version is equipped with the same engine as described above. The differences lie in the presence of a triple-turbocharging system. The installation is capable of producing up to 381 hp. Acceleration from 0 to a hundred is carried out in 5.3 seconds. Even such a powerful and voluminous motor shows amazing economy. Fuel consumption does not exceed 6.7 liters of diesel in mixed mode.

Another diesel version is called xDrive40d and is equipped with a six-cylinder engine with a capacity of 3.0 liters. The unit squeezes out up to 313 horses at a maximum possible speed of 236 km/h. Acceleration to 100 is made in 6.1 seconds. As for the technical characteristics of the BMW X5 F15 40d, the engine has a turbocharging system, direct fuel injection. The average diesel consumption of the BMW X5 F15 40D is no more than 6.4 liters in the mixed cycle.

Gasoline versions are also available on the domestic car market. The xDrive 35i modification is equipped with a six-cylinder three-liter engine, producing up to 306 horses. The design of the motor is characterized by the presence of 24-valve timing, direct fuel injection, turbocharging. The car of this modification starts up to a hundred in 6.5 seconds, developing a maximum of 235 km / h. The installation consumes up to 8.5 liters of fuel on average.

The xDrive50i modification is equipped with a gasoline eight-cylinder unit. The motor is V-shaped and has a twin-turbocharged Twin Turbo. The engine has a volume of 4.4 liters. The design includes direct fuel injection, stepless valve control Valvetronic, Twin Scroll turbochargers. The motor produces up to 450 horses and its top speed reaches 250 km/h. The engine starts up to 100 km in an astonishing 5.0 seconds. However, you will have to spend on fuel, as gasoline consumption in mixed mode is 10.4 liters.

The engines comply with EURO 6 standards. For BMW X5 F15 engines it is recommended to use engine oil of viscosity 0W30, 0W40, 5W30, 5W40. Filling volumes depending on the engine type vary from 5.2 to 8.5 liters. Oil change for BMW X5 F15 is performed on average every 8,000 – 10,000 km or once a year.

The hybrid version of the BMW X5 eDrive is packed with a two-liter motor. The engine of the BMW X5 F15 2017 squeezes out up to 313 horsepower. The auto accelerates to 100 km in 6.8 seconds with a maximum possible speed of 210 km/h. In mixed mode, the unit consumes no more than 3.4 liters.

Technical features

The BMW X5 F15 engines work in tandem with the ZF eight-range automatic transmission. The gearbox has undergone minor revisions concerning the control program, weight reduction, and reduction of friction losses.

All versions of the crossover are equipped with the xDrive all-wheel drive system. The intelligent system adapts to difficult road conditions. The test drive showed that thanks to the coordinated work of xDrive and DSC, excellent stability characteristics are provided. Reviews of BMW X5 F15 owners note a decrease in cross-country ability due to a decrease in ground clearance compared to the last generation from 22.2 to 20.9 cm.

As for other characteristics of the BMW X5 F15, the suspension uses double wishbone in front and multi-lever at the rear. Air suspension is available as an option. Both variants have undergone changes in geometry, reconfiguration of shock absorbers, lightening of many elements due to the use of aluminum alloys in the construction.

The BMW X5 F15 crossover has ventilated front and rear disc brakes. The steering wheel is equipped with electric power steering.

Electronics

The BMW X5 F15 SUV is characterized by a rich level of electronic equipment. As standard, the car is equipped with luggage compartment lid drive, ABS safety system, bi-xenon optics, fog lights, on-board computer, rain sensors, cruise control, dynamic stability control and braking control, electric window lifters, cabin air heater.

BMW X5 F15 has cameras for all-round vision, as well as parkronics. Drivers will be pleased with the presence of night vision, pedestrian recognition. Adaptive cruise control system allows to help the driver when moving in traffic jams. In addition, the crossover is equipped with blind spot monitoring, traction control system, an assistant when starting uphill.

Options

The BMW X5 F15 is already equipped as standard with many useful systems:

• 6 airbags;
• Dual zone climate control;
• Luggage compartment lid actuator;
• ABS;
• Rain sensor;
• Bi-xenon optics;
• Fog lights;
• Alloy wheels with a tire size of 19 inches;
• Fabric interior trim;
• DSC, DBC;
• Electric window elevators;
• Chrome trim on the elements.

As an option, you can additionally purchase four-zone climate control, high-quality audio system with 16 speakers, front seats with massage, third row of seats, various elements of body and interior trim, dodgers, leather trim, sport seats.

Generations and configurations

3 generation