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• The primary-ever high-performance car from BMW M with an electrified powertrain• Plug-in hybrid drive system produces a mixed 644 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque• Base MSRP to begin at $159,000 plus $995 vacation spot and handlingProduction to begin within the fourth quarter of 2022 at Plant Spartanburg in South Carolina
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – September 27, 2022… As its fiftieth anniversary celebrations proceed, BMW M GmbH unleashes excessive efficiency in a kind by no means skilled earlier than. Revolutionary drive system expertise, a singular car idea, a door opened into a complete new market phase and the ambition to draw new teams of shoppers – the first-ever BMW XM wraps all these components in a confidently dramatic exterior design that exudes energy and emotion and an inside that’s without delay intensely driver-focused, boldly fashionable, and indulgently sybaritic.
Powertrain. The primary plug-in hybrid drive system from BMW M.The all-new BMW XM is fitted with a newly developed plug-in hybrid drivetrain. The M HYBRID system within the BMW XM consists of a brand new 483-hp V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo expertise and a 194-hp electrical motor built-in into the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission. Collectively, they generate a most system output of 644 hp at 5,400 RPM and 590 ft-lbs of torque between 1,600 and 5,000 RPM.
Energy is channeled to the highway through the M xDrive all-wheel-drive system. The mix of an electrical motor and eight-cylinder engine produces immense, instantaneously accessible energy sustained all through the rev vary. The M HYBRID system additionally allows purely electrical driving with an anticipated vary of 30 miles (estimated vary of as much as 30 miles in line with preliminary BMW AG assessments primarily based on the EPA’s take a look at process requirements).
The BMW XM shares its drive idea of an eight-cylinder combustion engine supported by an electrical motor with the newly developed endurance racing automobile from BMW M Motorsport. The BMW M Hybrid V8 will go racing within the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship in North America in 2023 at venues together with Daytona. The next season, it’ll energy BMW M Motorsport’s return to the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
The extensively up to date, 4.4-liter engine makes use of the thermodynamic advantages of a cross-bank exhaust manifold. A bolstered crankshaft drive, additional developed turbocharging – mounted near the exhaust manifold and with an electrically managed blow-off valve – plus a brand new vane-type oil pump and a weight-minimized plastic oil sump all play a job in rising the engine’s effectivity. An optimized oil separation course of with variable impactor enhances the engine’s emissions efficiency.
The VALVETRONIC totally variable valve management now features a switchable rocker arm on the exhaust facet, which permits the engines exhaust valves to be shut fully. This fashion, when the driving force releases the accelerator, a better proportion of the braking power will be fed into the high-voltage battery by way of recuperation.
BMW GEN5 electrical motor.The V8 engine within the BMW XM is supported by an electrical motor which, just like the plug-in hybrid system’s energy electronics and high-voltage battery, is a product of fifth-generation BMW eDrive expertise. The completely excited synchronous motor is built-in into the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission and helps to supply fast throttle response.
The electrical motor contributes as much as 194 hp to the utmost system output of 644 hp. The utmost system torque produced by the mix of electrical motor and combustion engine is 590 lb-ft. A pre-gearing stage is used to extend the utmost torque produced by the electrical motor to 332 lb-ft on the transmission enter. This innovation allows the electrical motor built-in into the transmission housing to generate substantial ranges of energy that might usually solely be achieved utilizing a far bigger unit. Developed by BMW, the additional gearing stage between the electrical motor’s rotor and the transmission’s enter shaft provides a lift to the M HYBRID system’s torque supply. This torque is immediately on faucet when pulling away and makes a transparent distinction each when accelerating off the road and passing at velocity on the freeway.
Aided by the grip of M xDrive and a complicated launch management system, the BMW XM accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in simply 4.1 seconds. Prime velocity is electronically restricted to 155 mph, or 168 mph if the optionally available M Driver’s Package deal is specified. The highest velocity in pure electrical mode is 87 mph.
BMW XM Label Pink.Following the launch of the BMW XM within the first quarter of 2023, BMW M will reveal a particular mannequin within the BMW XM line-up: the BMW XM Label Pink. The BMW XM Label Pink would be the first in a sequence of BMW XM Label fashions, and accessible for a restricted time period. This particular mannequin will function over 735 bhp and 735 lb-ft of torque, distinctive paint, wheel, upholstery, and trim picks, and an MSRP beginning over $185,000. Manufacturing of the BMW XM Label Pink is anticipated to start within the Summer season of 2023. Particulars on methods to order the BMW XM Label Pink will likely be accessible at a later date.
Energy electronics.The coordination of the combustion engine and electrical motor is dealt with by the M HYBRID system’s energy electronics. Clever power administration permits the battery’s cost stage to be regulated in order that the ultimate stretch of an extended journey by way of a built-up space will be lined utilizing solely electrical energy, for instance.
The HV battery’s low set up top permits it to be mounted within the underbody of the BMW XM. The lithium-ion battery provides excessive power density at a cell and battery pack stage. It gives a relentless circulation of energy throughout a large temperature vary and beneath the heavy a great deal of efficiency driving. It has a internet usable power content material of 25.7 kWh (29.5 kWh gross).
Charging with predictive warmth administration.The Mixed Charging Unit of the M HYBRID system allows AC charging at as much as 7.4 kW. This implies the high-voltage battery will be replenished from zero to 100% cost in 3.25 hours. The Mixed Charging Unit additionally acts as a voltage transformer to produce the 12V electrical system. Predictive warmth administration reduces charging instances by warming or cooling the battery as wanted. The system makes use of knowledge on the surface temperature, predicted charging energy, cost stroke between the present precise worth and the goal worth, the automobile’s remaining vary and the gap to the vacation spot to calculate the goal temperature at which the high-voltage battery will be charged at most energy for the longest attainable time.
The M HYBRID drive system within the BMW XM has a cooling system tailor-made to its high-performance mission. Giant air apertures on the entrance of the BMW XM, generously sized warmth exchangers, and an built-in system for controlling the temperature of the combustion engine, the transmission (together with the electrical motor), and the high-voltage battery guarantee superb working temperatures for the drive system expertise in on a regular basis driving conditions and beneath sustained excessive energy demand. Transmission oil cooling is completed by an upstream air warmth exchanger. Water-carrying parts have been flow-optimized to attain most cooling energy whereas conserving pumping charges low. All the warmth exchangers are sealed in opposition to the encircling construction utilizing tender supplies to allow optimum airflow.
8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic, built-in hybrid module and Launch Management operate.The 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic can also be a primary from BMW M. It channels not solely the ability generated by the combustion engine, but in addition the drive torque from the built-in electrical motor as required to reinforce both effectivity, consolation or energy supply. The hybrid module additionally acts as an built-in drive-off component and permits the automobile to creep at strolling tempo with out the driving force urgent the accelerator and firing the combustion engine.
A moist multi-plate separation clutch manages the graceful engagement and disengagement of the combustion engine throughout a journey. Its low drag torque permits the clutch to be open when driving in pure-electric mode. Moreover, the separation clutch can get rid of torsional vibrations generated by the combustion engine utilizing micro-slip management. Together with the built-in torsional vibration damper system, this helps to make sure excessive ranges of acoustic consolation at low revs.
The 8-speed M Steptronic transmission additionally has a Launch Management operate to allow traction-optimized acceleration off the road with most thrust. The engine management unit governs each the discharge logic of the Launch Management system and the slip-optimized limitation of drive torque. The shift factors are rigorously calibrated assist to make sure the absolute best acceleration for all environmental situations, e.g., outdoors temperature and highway floor.
Three driving modes for optimum efficiency and emissions-free effectivity.The interplay between the combustion engine and electrical motor within the BMW XM will be adjusted by choosing particular driving modes. The motive force can name up the related menu utilizing the M HYBRID button on the management panel within the heart console and entry it on the management show.
HYBRID driving mode is the default setting and provides the driving force entry to the total system output of combustion engine and electrical motor in tandem. The quantity every drive supply contributes to the efficiency expertise is dependent upon the drive configuration chosen from the M Setup menu. Within the Consolation setting, the electrical motor is used with out partaking the combustion engine as usually as attainable, optimizing the effectivity of the BMW XM. If the battery is at a really low state of cost, the generator operate raises the engine’s load level to feed extra energy into the high-voltage battery. Within the drive system’s Sport and Sport Plus modes, the combustion engine is all the time lively.
Within the ELECTRIC driving mode, the BMW XM makes use of solely the ability from the electrical drive system as much as its 87 mph high velocity. On this mode, the combustion engine is simply activated beneath kickdown or when switching into the transmission’s guide mode – utilizing both the gear selector or one of many shift paddles on the steering wheel.
eCONTROL mode tells the system to take care of the cost of the high-voltage battery throughout a journey or to extend it by way of power recuperation. On this approach, battery capability will be saved for pure-electric driving in city areas later within the journey, for instance.
One engine, one electrical motor, 4 pushed wheels: the M xDrive system.Within the BMW XM, M xDrive splits the ability generated by the combustion engine and electrical motor between all 4 wheels exactly, rapidly, and as required always. An electronically managed multi-plate clutch ensures totally variable distribution of energy between the entrance and rear axle.
The rear-biased setup of M xDrive enhances the agility of the BMW XM. The system’s default mode is 4WD, however two different modes will be chosen through the M Setup menu. In 4WD Sport mode, extra energy is shipped to the rear wheels for sporty, M-typical dealing with in dynamic driving conditions. To activate 4WD Sport, the driving force should first swap to M Dynamic Mode or flip DSC off. And solely when DSC has been totally deactivated can 4WD Sand mode be used. This setting initiates a traction-optimized program of the all-wheel-drive system and engages the locking capabilities of the M Sport differential particularly for driving over dunes or comparable low-traction surfaces.
Mannequin-specific rear axle differential with M Sport differential.Furthering the efficiency of the M xDrive all-wheel-drive system is an electronically managed differential lock within the rear axle. The M Sport differential brings a need-based and totally variable distribution of drive torque between the left and proper rear wheels. This helps to ship most drive energy to the highway with none losses, particularly when the car is being pushed arduous or has much less grip on one facet. Shifting energy to the wheel on the surface of the nook mitigates understeer with out the necessity for brake inputs.
The M xDrive system and M Sport differential are coordinated with DSC to make sure all of them work collectively exactly because the driving state of affairs calls for. The BMW XM has a model-specific rear axle differential specifically tuned to the excessive system torque of its M HYBRID drive system.
Chassis.With its lengthy wheelbase and large tracks, the car idea underpinning the BMW XM is well-suited to delivering a balanced mix of excessive efficiency and luxury. Excessive levels of wheel camber on the entrance and rear axle improve the dealing with, as do the almost 50/50 weight distribution and the very inflexible physique and chassis mountings. The positioning of the M HYBRID system’s high-voltage battery within the car flooring provides the BMW XM a low heart of gravity, which has a constructive impact on its agility and cornering dynamics.
Its double-wishbone entrance axle boasts excessive ranges of longitudinal and lateral rigidity, whereas the usage of aluminum parts reduces unsprung weight. The design features a second stage of management arms for wheel steerage, which implies the dampers are nearly utterly remoted from lateral forces, enhancing damper response.
The five-link rear axle ensures exact wheel steerage and excellent straight-line poise, along with spectacular trip consolation due to its elastic mounting. The sheet-steel development of its hyperlinks helps to scale back weight, as do the aluminum wheel carriers and solid higher management arms. The rear-axle subframe constituted of aluminum provides excessive structural rigidity and options a big supporting base together with extra thrust arms. The camber arms with aerodynamically optimized paneling on their underside kind an integral a part of the utterly sealed underbody, thereby serving to to decrease aerodynamic drag and considerably scale back rear axle carry.
The BMW XM is provided with metal springs which have been designed to fulfill the necessities of a high-performance mannequin’s dealing with dynamics and provide excessive ranges of roll and vertical stabilization whereas additionally minimizing weight. Linear springs are fitted on the entrance axle and progressive springs on the rear. The progressive springs provide very lengthy rebound journey mixed with excessive oscillation charges, benefiting not solely traction, however trip consolation for passengers within the rear.
The BMW XM comes normal with Adaptive M Suspension Skilled.
Energetic roll stabilization with Energetic Roll Consolation.An necessary issue within the inspiring dealing with of the BMW XM is its lively roll stabilization expertise. The model of the electromechanical roll stabilization system discovered on the BMW XM makes use of a 48V electrical motor as an lively connection between the 2 halves of the anti-roll bar at each the entrance and rear axle. A devoted 48V electrical system made up of supercapacitors provides power to the electrical motors for the lively anti-roll bars.
The lively roll stabilization additionally will increase consolation when driving in a straight line by decoupling the fastened connection of a standard anti-roll bar between every axle’s wheels. This has the impact of correcting physique roll when driving over floor imperfections on one facet of the car, additionally lessening the related acceleration forces and the obtrusive ‘head-toss’ they will trigger.
The Energetic Roll Consolation operate goes additional by enabling the system to actively suppress rolling actions brought on by bumps within the highway on one facet of the car somewhat than simply scale back them. This permits any lack of trip consolation on tough roads to be minimized extra successfully.
Premiere in a BMW M mannequin: Integral Energetic Steering.For the primary time in a BMW M mannequin, Integral Energetic Steering is fitted as normal gear. Turning the rear wheels in addition to the fronts makes mild work of tight, low-speed maneuvers, will increase agility at reasonable speeds, and enhances poise and assurance at excessive speeds, particularly when altering lanes. The rear wheels are turned in both the identical or the wrong way to the entrance wheels, relying on highway velocity. And in very difficult driving conditions, stabilizing steering inputs on the rear wheels might help to maintain the BMW XM safely on observe.
Close to-actuator wheel slip limitation.The very good traction and exactly controllable dealing with of the BMW XM in any state of affairs are enhanced by way of the very newest, intelligently interconnected management methods. The near-actuator wheel slip limitation maximizes directional stability even when driving in hostile highway situations. This traction management system is built-in into the engine administration, eliminating the lengthy sign paths to the DSC management unit. This permits corrective inputs to be utilized as much as ten instances sooner than in standard methods and with distinctive precision. As a result of the near-actuator wheel slip limitation operate manages any lack of traction, particularly when accelerating arduous or taking corners at velocity, the DSC system has to intervene far much less steadily to take care of composed and warranted dealing with with selective functions of the brakes at particular person wheels.
23-inch M light-alloy wheels and sports activities tires.Normal on the BMW XM are 23-inch M light-alloy wheels fitted with mixed-size high-performance tires measuring 275/35 R23 on the entrance and 315/30 R23 on the rear. M light-alloy wheels in 22-inch diameters are optionally available.
Exterior Design.The progressive front-end design developed completely for the BMW luxurious class has been given a singular adaptation for the BMW XM, saying each its presence and noteworthy efficiency equally. Easy surfaces and sharp edges convey readability and confidence to the entrance finish. Alongside the contemporary interpretation of the dual headlights and BMW M kidney grille, the massive air intakes are a defining function of the entrance finish. The sensor and digicam methods required for the driving force help tech are built-in discreetly into the entrance apron.
The BMW XM is provided as normal with Adaptive LED Headlights, whose mild capabilities are cut up into two separate areas. The daytime driving lights, facet lights and switch indicators are built-in into the ultra-slim, crisply contoured higher components, every consisting of two LED items. The low-beam and high-beam headlights are positioned within the decrease, darkened space of the headlight items deeply embedded within the entrance apron.
The 2 components of the grille stand out clearly from the encircling surfaces. Inside them are the horizontal grille bars which have turn out to be a trademark function of the high-performance sports activities automobiles from BMW M GmbH, whereas the double surrounds of the kidneys emphasize their octagonal contours. The outer border of every kidney is completed in high-gloss black, whereas the inside encompass gives contour lighting within the type of a sharply drawn, unbroken mild ring.
The facet window form is bordered by a high-gloss black accent band. One other black accent band emerges from the entrance wheel arches, and because it approaches the D-pillar the band turns upwards in a contemporary imagining of the Hofmeister kink.
There’s a distinguished melancholy on the rear of the BMW XM’s roof and BMW logos have been engraved into the rear window beneath the fitting and left rails. A particular laser engraving method ensures the logos stand out in opposition to the darkish glass floor.
The flat, close to seamlessly fitted rear window and prominently flared wheel arches collectively intensify the width and highly effective stature of the BMW XM. The slim taillights have a sculpted design and mission out from the physique. The taillights solely turn out to be seen by way of the darkish lens covers when they’re activated. Three diagonal mild strips on the flanks reference the fashion of the BMW M GmbH tricolor brand
Vertically organized reflectors border the rear apron at both facet. The diffuser components built-in into the decrease part of the rear apron are painted in Black high-gloss and framed by high-gloss black surrounds. The black mannequin badge on the tailgate is printed in gold. A pair of tailpipes from the double-sided, dual-branch exhaust system protrude from both facet of the diffuser. This acquainted design cue of M fashions has been reimagined for the BMW XM, with the hexagonal tailpipe trims stacked vertically. Mannequin-specific air-directing components within the underbody present extra cooling for the exhaust system, enabling an optimum working temperature always – even when the engine is working beneath excessive masses for sustained intervals.
Wealthy, vibrant paint finishes; as much as 23-inch light-alloy wheels.Seven paint shades can be found for the outside of the BMW XM, together with three shades unique to M fashions and one BMW Particular person end. Additional choices are anticipated to be added in summer time 2023, at which era clients additionally will be capable of select from greater than 50 BMW Particular person paint finishes.
The BMW XM will be ordered with NightGold Metallic exterior trim. If this feature is specified, the accent band alongside the perimeters of the car, the BMW M kidney grille’s outer border, and the surrounds for the diffuser components on the rear are completed in NightGold.
The BMW XM is fitted as normal with 23-inch M light-alloy wheels. Out there as an choice are 22-inch M aerodynamic wheels with inserts that scale back each weight and drag. Prospects can also select 23-inch bi-color M light-alloy wheels. These are completed both in Black or Evening Gold and have a singular hub cowl with BMW lettering.
Inside Design.The expressive fashion of the BMW XM’s exterior design continues contained in the cabin. The traces and surfaces of the instrument panel, heart console, seats, and door trim panels create an setting across the driver and entrance passenger seats that authentically displays the efficiency potential of the BMW XM.
The BMW Curved Show sits on a generously-sized ornamental floor in matte carbon fiber. The M-typical carbon fiber components within the instrument panel mix with large air vent surrounds in pearl-effect chrome. The floor of the middle console can also be in matte carbon fiber.
Progressive luxurious: M Lounge within the rear, sculptural headliner.A beneficiant feeling of area, high-quality supplies, and daring design rework the rear of the BMW XM into an unique M Lounge. The rear bench provides two outboard seats and a full-size area for a 3rd passenger within the heart. Deep recesses and a coloration and materials design that continues into the door trim panels mix to create an inviting lounge-like character within the rear seats with a cosy and cozy really feel. Three-dimensional diamond quilting that extends into the door trim panels, diamond-shaped contours on the higher part of the backrest and integral head restraints give the rear seats a contemporary and sporty look. The optionally available seat heating for the M Lounge contains the facet panels in addition to the seat surfaces and backrests.
The sculptural headliner of the BMW XM is a really particular piece of design. The three-dimensional prism construction of its Alcantara floor and discreet illumination give the inside a dramatic but intimate really feel. Fiber-optic mild guides containing 100 LEDs are built-in into the headliner’s “image body” border to supply fixed or dynamic mild results inside its sculptural design, relying on the state of affairs and chosen driving mode. Dynamic pulses of sunshine within the inside are additionally used to sign an incoming cellphone name or spotlight the chance of a possible collision when opening a door.
Classic leather-based makes every inside distinctive.4 gear variants allow clients to pick out their very own alternative of floor supplies and coloration schemes for the BMW XM inside. Normal specification consists of BMW Particular person Merino leather-based trim with inside surfaces and seat surfaces in Black and distinction stitching in Black Gray, whereas the higher part of the instrument panel and door shoulders are lined in tender Black Nappa leather-based. Just like the headliner, the A, B and C pillars are additionally lined in Alcantara. BMW Particular person Merino leather-based trim can also be accessible as an choice with surfaces in Sakhir Orange for the seats, the middle console and the decrease sections of the instrument panel and door trim panels, and Black Nappa leather-based on the dashboard and higher door trim.
The optionally available BMW Particular person Merino leather-based trim with unique options can also be accessible in two coloration combos. The seat surfaces, heart console, decrease sections of the instrument panel and door trim panels, sculptural headliner and cushions for the rear passengers will be laid out in both Silverstone or Deep Lagoon.
First proven on the BMW Idea XM, Classic Espresso Merino leather-based could also be specified for the higher sections of the instrument panel and door trim panels. Delicate Nappa leather-based is used right here for the primary time, a particular ending course of intentionally emphasizing its pure traits somewhat than concealing them. The classic look created by this course of discreetly highlights creases, scars, and worn areas as characterful design components of the fabric. In addition to authentically celebrating leather-based as a pure product, this additionally ensures most individuality, as each inside trim crafted from Classic leather-based has its personal distinctive visible particulars that set it aside as certainly one of a sort. Classic Espresso Full Merino might solely be paired with both Silverstone or Deep Lagoon Full Merino Leather-based upholsteries.
Emotionally partaking drive sounds, even in regionally emission-free driving mode: BMW IconicSounds Electrical.The be aware of a V8 engine is unmistakable, however the BMW XM additionally provides an emotionally wealthy sound expertise in pure-electric mode. With BMW IconicSounds Electrical included as normal, the enjoyment of driving whereas producing zero native emissions is accompanied by a particular sound design contained in the car. The BMW XM makes a press release acoustically earlier than the journey has even begun. Urgent the beginning/cease button initiates an acoustic flourish that alerts the BMW XM is able to drive, and fuels anticipation for the driving expertise to come back – in each pure-electric and combustion engine mode. In the course of the journey, the M-specific electrical drive sound gives genuine suggestions to each motion of the accelerator pedal.
For the primary time, the ability supply of the electrical motor retains its aural accompaniment when the combustion engine is working. If the Sport or Sport Plus mode is engaged whereas in HYBRID driving mode, a particular enhance sound provides the driving force an acoustic expertise of the extra efficiency delivered by the electrical motor.
Driver help methods: the entire consolation and security bundle.The BMW XM boasts the biggest choice of driver help methods provided – both as normal or as an choice – for any high-performance car from BMW M GmbH. Normal specification contains the Driving Assistant, which includes Entrance Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning together with lane return with steering help, the Evasion Assistant, Alertness Assistant and Pace Restrict Data system together with no-overtaking indicator and guide Pace Restrict Help.
The optionally available Driving Assistant Skilled delivers an intensive automated driving expertise with a mix of Energetic Cruise Management with Cease&Go operate and the Steering and Lane Management Assistant. With the automated Pace Restrict Help, route monitoring, visitors mild recognition and Energetic Navigation, velocity and steering actions will be tailored exactly to any visitors state of affairs. The vary of capabilities additionally contains the Emergency Lane and Emergency Cease Assistant, the Lane Change Assistant and Crossing Site visitors Warning.
BMW iDrive 8.The BMW XM comes as normal with the BMW Stay Cockpit Skilled, which brings with it an M-specific model of the latest-generation of BMW iDrive. The data show’s newly designed graphic structure and the M-style content material proven there assist the driving force with a targeted, performance-led driving expertise. Automobile velocity is proven on the left of the show each as a determine and as a digital scale, together with info equivalent to gas stage and the standing of the driving force help methods. The suitable-hand part signifies engine velocity, the gear at the moment engaged, the transmission’s Drivelogic setting, the cost stage of the high-voltage battery and the setup chosen with the M button on the steering wheel. The acquainted M Shift Lights are proven within the higher part of the knowledge show. A show bar on the decrease fringe of the display gives info together with the standing of the driving stability methods, M xDrive and the traction management expertise. The usual BMW Stay Cockpit Skilled additionally contains the BMW Head-Up Show with M particular readouts.
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