2017 BMW X5

2017 BMW X5

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The X5 is definitely one of the best-known and most popular crossovers, when it is about luxury cars. It is a mid-size luxury crossover, which originally came in 1999. It was the company’s first crossover ever made. It is also important to mention that this model, alongside with Lexus RX300, was the first crossover that adopted new lightweight unibody platform, instead of conventional body-on-frame structure. 

Even nowadays this model is known for constant bringing of novelties. So far, we saw three generations of it. Current model was introduced in 2013, and next year it will be in its fourth year of production, so we should expect some important changes for 2017 BMW X5.

2017 BMW X5 changes

If we consider usual life-span of the most of the models that are made by Bavarian giant, it is easy to conclude that 2017 BMW X5 will be somewhere in the middle of its cycle. This means that we can expect some changes, which will come in order to keep this model fresh and competitive. 

As you probably know, 2016 year model was presented recently at the Shanghai Motor Show. It came with several novelties, mostly mechanical. We saw new plug-in hybrid variant, which is consisted of 2.0 liter petrol engine and electric motor, with total output of 309 hp and 339 lb-ft of torque. 

2017 BMW X4 M40i

2017 BMW X4 M40i

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While there are many rumors about new crossover, it seems like German carmaker is making surprise in this segment. As we could notice on the streets, new vehicle is being tested, and leaked info said that is 2017 BMW X4 M40i. This is going to be performance boosted SUV, which could be released first in US. However, there are no confirmed information about this vehicle, but rumors are louder every day.

2017 BMW X4 M40i styling

Visual appearance of the 2017 BMW X4 M40i is almost the same as for its relative. Both X4 and X4 M40i have M Sport packages, so wheels and bumpers are the same. Inside, there is steering wheel borrowed from 3-series M-unit. Some of the highlights of this model are 19-inch wheels, mirror caps and twin-exhaust layout. 

Also, there is a silver front bumper, with possible satin cover. In the cabin, steering wheel is multifunctional. It is covered with black leather. Shift lever, sill plates and control panel are revisited and refreshed, while M40i model also gets sport seats.

2017 BMW X3 M

2017 BMW X3 M

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New generation vehicles of the BMW X3 crossover have been spotted in the streets, testing for road capabilities. That means we are close to its unveiling, although first plan was to introduce SUV in 2017. New vehicle is similar to second-generation crossover. 

What is going to be new, is performance-tuned 2017 BMW X3 M model, which should be launched ahead of regular X3. There is no official information about this car, but since spy photos prove its existence, we are sure that M package for SUV will bring many news and modifications.

2017 BMW X3 M performance

Since the 2017 BMW X3 M is going to be tuned for high performance. That means more powertrain options for it, comparing to regular crossover, which arrives afterwards. One of the possibilities could be borrowed from 7 series vehicles of German carmaker. It is 3.0-l 6-cylinder unit. It is going to use gasoline as its fuel. Similar engine is available as diesel motor.

It is used by X5 M50d model, and if it is going to be installed in X3 M crossover, we can expect around 370 ponies of output. Nevertheless, latest rumors are speaking of turbocharged unit which is using AWD system, and this inline powertrain can go up to 430 hp. If this drivetrain is used, then 2017 BMW X3 M is going to be one of the best performer in its segment.

2017 BMW X3 M40i

2017 BMW X3 M40i

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New, third-generation of BMW crossover X3 is being on its way. For new SUV a lot of innovations are planned. All fans will be thrilled to hear that vehicle is coming out is plug-in hybrid variant, as 2017 BMW X3 M40i. This is performance tuned model, with specific engine and design same as base model. However, equipment used inside the crossover is unknown and we guess that hybrid is a part of high-end trim range prepared for 2017 X3 lineup.

2017 BMW X3 M40i engine

The 2017 BMW X3 M40i is hybrid version of X3 crossover that is about to arrive late in 2016 or even in 2017. However, M40i model will use electric motor mated to petrol engine. For high performances, BMW must pair it to strong gasoline unit, and according to existing stories, it could be 3.0-l six-cylinder drivetrain. 

Same powerplant is placed under the hoods of the 7-series vehicles, as well as M version of regular 2017 X3. Same rumors are predicting output of more than 350 hp. Also, engine from current M3 and M4 sedans could find their place in X3 lineup. These twin-turbo six-cylinder units in combination with electric batteries can make up to 420 hp. Upcoming X4 could also use same engine and company announced development of the same M40i, performance-tuned model.