Twin turbo powered X5 most powerful diesel yet

The X5 3.0sd is a born performer with 200kW of power and a huge 565Nm of torque available from its 3.0-litre straight six, all aluminium twin-turbo engine. Fuel consumption is extremely frugal at an average of 8.8 litres per 100 km, and acceleration from 0-100 km/h takes a sports car like 7.2 seconds. With its intelligent xDrive all-wheel drive and reduced weight, more of the engine's power is turned into spirited acceleration.

The X5 3.0sd will be specified in line with the X5 3.0d Executive, which means it will come with 18-inch light alloy wheels, a rear view camera for when Reverse is engaged, electrically adjustable driver's seat with memory function, electrically adjustable steering column with memory function, BMW Navigation system Professional with 8.8-inch full colour monitor and analogue and digital Television receiver, preparation for Bluetooth Interface Business, Voice Recognition system and BMW Assist. Like all X5 models, the 3.0sd also features front, side and head airbags, anti-lock brakes with Dynamic Traction Control, Hill Descent Control, rain sensing wipers, automatic driving lights, multifunction steering wheel controls, iDrive with eight favourite buttons, cruise control with braking function, engine start/stop button, six-stacker CD player, and leather upholstery.

The Sport package comprises Sport suspension settings, Sport leather steering wheel, 19-inch light-alloy wheels, front Sport seats, BMW Individual high gloss Satin Chrome trim, and anthracite BMW Individual roof lining. The Variable Twin Turbo engine employs advanced turbo charging technology. Two turbo chargers of different size are connected in series. Thanks to its low inertia, the smaller charger is capable of developing its full effect at low revs, without lag. As engine speed rises, the larger turbocharger gradually takes over. This combination ensures immediate and impressive power delivery, even at high revs.

The BMW X5 3.0sd is priced from $102,800 plus on road costs, while the X5 3.0sd with optional Sport package will be priced from $107,300 plus ORC.
First deliveries of the new BMW X5 3.0sd are scheduled to commence in the first quarter of 2008.