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2011 BMW X5 SUV Style

BMW's AWD X5 crossover sports revised style and more aerodynamic trim levels for 2011. It also adopts the turbocharged 6-cylinder and V-8 engines seen in models from the 3 Series to the X6. Both pack more power than last year's generally aspirated engines. X5 rivals are the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, and Mercedes-Benz M- and GL-Class.

The X5 comes in xDrive35i and xDrive50i trims with new engines. The diesel-powered xDrive35d and high-performance X5 M carry the same drive trains as last year. AWD is standard on all models.

Standard Specs and Dimensions
Engine typeI-6 (V-8)
Engine displacement182 (268) cu.in.
Engine horsepower300-hp (400) @ 5,800 rpm
Engine torque300 (450) @ 1750 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC
Valves24 (32)
Engine bore x stroke3.3" x 3.5"
Compression ratio10.2 to 1
Fuel tank capacity22.5 gal.
Fuel economy city19 mpg
Fuel economy highway26 mpg
Drag coefficient.34
Curb weight4,000 lbs.
Exterior191.2" x 76.1" x 69.9"
Wheelbase115.5"
Turning radius21.0'
Approach angle26 degrees
Departure angle23 degrees
Ground clearance (max.)8.7"
Ramp breakover angle20 degrees
Passenger volume102.4 cu.ft.
Interior cargo volume21.9 cu.ft.

X5 4dr All-wheel Drive Sports Activity Vehicle xDrive35i

Engines
300-hp, 3.0-liter I-6 (premium)Standard
Transmissions
8-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manualStandard

X5 4dr All-wheel Drive Sports Activity Vehicle xDrive35d

Engines
265-hp, 3.0-liter I-6 (diesel)Standard
Transmissions
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manualStandard

X5 4dr All-wheel Drive Sports Activity Vehicle xDrive35i Premium

Engines
300-hp, 3.0-liter I-6 (premium)Standard
Transmissions
8-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manualStandard

X5 4dr All-wheel Drive Sports Activity Vehicle xDrive35i Sport Activity

Engines
300-hp, 3.0-liter I-6 (premium)Standard
Transmissions
8-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manualStandard

X5 4dr All-wheel Drive Sports Activity Vehicle xDrive50i

Engines
400-hp, 4.4-liter V-8 (premium)Standard
Transmissions
8-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manualStandard