BMW introduced the new iX5 Long Wheelbase in China with a CLTC driving range of over 620 miles (1,000 km) and plenty of digital screens.
BMW iX5 LWB set to launch in 2027
Following the iX3, the iX5 is next in line to receive a Long Wheelbase (LWB) variant. BMW introduced the new X5 and iX5 LWB as standalone models built exclusively for China.
The biggest difference from the standard X5, obviously, is the extended wheelbase at 3,165 mm, or 130 mm longer than the version BMW sells in the US, Europe, and other global markets.
Up front, the LWB variant features exclusive “striking diagonal light icons,” while buyers can still opt for BMW’s new double-X design for the iX5 sold elsewhere. Additional light strips are also added between the lights and the illuminated Kidney Iconic Glow grille.
The interior is also redesigned for the Chinese market with a new monochromatic color concept and special seating for front and rear passengers.
Like the iX5 sold elsewhere, the LWB variant features BMW’s new Panoramic iDrive display with Panoramic Vision. A passenger screen is also available for the first time in the new X5 and iX5 LWB.
One of the coolest features is the massive BMW Theater Screen for rear passengers, a massive 8K entertainment screen for streaming, gaming, mobile work, and more.
The driver assistance system, developed in partnership with China’s Momenta, is also exclusively built for China with “Address-to-Address” driver assistance. Both models will be equipped with adaptive two-axle air suspension as standard to deliver a premium, smooth ride.
While BMW has yet to reveal full details, it did say the iX5 LWB will deliver a CLTC driving range of over 1,000 km (620 miles). It will officially launch in China in 2027.
Last month, BMW drove an iX3 50L xDrive (LWB) over 500 miles (800 km) around the Qinghai Lake grand loop. The prototype achieved an energy consumption of 20.3 kWh/100 miles (12.6 kWh/100 km), or an impressive 4.9 miles per kWh.
In Europe, the iX5 60 xDrive uses a massive 141 kWh battery, providing a WLTP range of up to 525 miles (750 km)
EPA estimates have yet to be finalized, but the 2027 BMW iX5 60 xDrive is expected to offer a range of around 435 miles from a slightly larger 144 kWh battery.
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