BMW XM
| BMW XM (G09) | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BMW M |
| Production | 2022 (to commence) |
| Model years | 2023 |
| Assembly | United States: Greer, South Carolina (Plant Spartanburg) |
| Designer | Marcus Syring (Head of design)[1] Boson Huang (exterior)[2] Chris Lee (interior)[2] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size[3][4] luxury crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, all-wheel drive (xDrive) |
| Platform | Cluster Architecture (CLAR) |
| Related | BMW X7 |
| Powertrain | |
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| Power output |
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| Transmission | 8-speed ZF automatic |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Plug-in hybrid |
| Battery | 25.7 kWh lithium-ion |
| Electric range | |
| Plug-in charging | 7.4 kW (AC) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,105 mm (122.2 in) |
| Length | 5,110 mm (201.2 in) |
| Width | 2,210 mm (87.0 in) |
| Height | 1,755 mm (69.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 2,749 kg (6,061 lb) |
The BMW XM is a plug-in hybrid-electric full-size[3][4] luxury crossover SUV manufactured by BMW under the BMW M subsidiary. It is the second car developed entirely by BMW M after the BMW M1 in 1978.[6] A more powerful version, the Label Red, was also announced alongside the unveiling of the XM on the 27th of September.[7]
Launch and development
BMW was Art Basel's official partner for event's 2021 edition, where on the 29th of November BMW unveiled a concept version of the XM at Miami Beach, Florida.[8] Production of the XM will start in late 2022 at the BMW US Manufacturing Company plant in Greer, South Carolina, with deliveries expected to commence in 2023.[9] BMW would also enter a gentlemen's agreement with French carmaker Citroën in order to be able to use the name "XM" for its vehicle, since Citroën originally used it for the XM.[10]
Specifications
The XM's internal combustion engine, the twin-turbocharged BMW S68,[11] has been revised to have a stronger crankshaft, and the turbochargers have been placed closer to the exhaust manifold.[12] Combined with the 4.4 L (268.5 cu in) V8 is an electric motor integrated into the eight-speed automatic gearbox, producing 144 kW (196 PS; 193 hp) and 281 N⋅m (207 lb⋅ft), for a total of 480 kW (653 PS; 644 hp) and 800 N⋅m (590 lb⋅ft).[13] BMW mentioned that this system is also used in their BMW M Hybrid V8 LMDh car, and will give the XM a 0–97 km/h (0–60 mph) time of 4.1 s.[14] The electric motor is powered by a 25.7 kWh (92.5 MJ) battery, which has an estimated range of 48 km (30 mi) (US EPA) / 88 km (55 mi) (WLTP), and has regenerative braking recharging abilities.[13]
The XM has permanent four-wheel drive, with a bespoke M Sport differential situated at the rear axle allowing for torque vectoring.[13] The XM's handling is controlled by 48-volt electrical active anti-roll bars along with steel springs, adaptive M dampers and active steering.[7] Power is sent via an 8-speed automatic transmission to the 23" wheels which are shod in 275/35R23 tyres at the front and 315/30R23 at the rear.[13]
A more powerful version, the Label Red, was announced on the same day the XM was unveiled, the 27th of September, which BMW says will have a power output of 550 kW (748 PS; 738 hp) and a torque output of 1,000 N⋅m (738 lb⋅ft).[7]
References
- ^ Hoffman, Connor (29 November 2021). "750-HP BMW XM Concept Previews an Insane Performance SUV Flagship". Car and Driver. Retrieved 29 September 2022.
- ^ a b Huang, Boson (1 December 2021). "憋了三年多的 BMW Concept XM 发布". Retrieved 3 October 2022 – via qq.
- ^ a b Panait, Mircea (27 September 2022). "The New BMW XM Is Here With Polarizing Design Cues, "Label Red" Develops 735 HP". AutoEvolution. Romania: SoftNews NET. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ a b Trop, Jaclyn (27 September 2022). "BMW's most powerful SUV is a plug-in hybrid". TechCrunch. US: Yahoo!. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ Affat, Alex; Hickey, Jordan; Stevens, Mike (28 September 2022). "2023 BMW XM revealed, Australian pricing announced". Wheels. Retrieved 29 September 2022.
- ^ Page, Felix (27 September 2022). "New BMW XM is a 740bhp hybrid super-SUV". autocar. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
- ^ a b c Capparella, Joey (28 September 2022). "2023 BMW XM Is a Hybrid Super-SUV with 644 HP and a Crazy Design". Car and Driver. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
- ^ Girst, Thomas (30 November 2021). "BMW returns to Art Basel in Miami Beach as official automotive partner. Launching the new BMW Concept XM, BMW features artist Kennedy Yanko and Grammy-award winner NAS" (Press release). Munich/Miami Beach, Florida: BMW. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
- ^ Bruce, Chris (13 September 2022). "BMW XM Video Teaser Confirms It Debuts September 27". motor1. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
- ^ Chilton, Chris (24 November 2021). "The Secret Agreement Ensuring BMW Has No Problem Using Citroen's XM Badge On Super-SUV". carscoops.com. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
- ^ Silvestro, Brian (20 September 2022). "2023 BMW Alpina XB7 Gets a New Face and 630 HP". Road & Track. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
- ^ Pattni, Vijay (28 September 2022). "Official: this is the all-new £145k BMW XM SUV". Top Gear. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
- ^ a b c d Banner, Justin (27 September 2022). "The 2023 BMW XM Is Here and M's First Bespoke SUV Is a 644-HP Thumper". Motor Trend. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
- ^ Smith, Fred (27 September 2022). "The BMW XM Is a Radically Unique Super SUV". Road & Track. Retrieved 28 September 2022.