BMW X5 (E53)

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BMW X5 (E53)
Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
RelatedBMW 5 Series (E39)
Range Rover (L322)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission5-speed manual (ZF S5D 280Z)
6-speed manual (ZF S6-37)
5-speed automatic (GM 5L50-E)
5-speed automatic (ZF 5HP24)
6-speed automatic (ZF 6HP26Z)
Dimensions
Wheelbase111.0 in (2,819 mm)
Length183.7 in (4,666 mm)
Width73.7 in (1,872 mm)
Height67.2–69.3 in (1,707–1,760 mm)
Chronology
SuccessorBMW X5 (E70)

The BMW E53 is the first generation

E70 X5
.

The E53 X5 was developed just after the acquisition of

BMW E39 5 Series (specifically engines and electronic systems). The entire in-car entertainment system (radio function, navigation system, television and telecommunications systems) are shared with other BMWs and L322. As a result, the earlier X5 models can be upgraded with newer BMW technologies (e.g. Bluetooth phone connectivity).[2]

History

Pre-facelift BMW X5 4.4i (UK)
Interior of a RHD X5.

The history of the X5 begins in 1994, when ideas began on a BMW sports utility vehicle after the acquisition of Land Rover. Eduard Walek was named project leader and chief engineer of the E53. Chris Chapman joined BMW Group's Designworks in California later and began working with Chris Bangle in Munich on two full-scale clay models of the E53 for two months. By 1996, design work was approved and the design basis for the X5 (E53) was frozen, 35 months prior to production. Design patents were filed on 10 June 1998[3] and 9 December 1998, being registered in the U.S. on 18 January 2000.[4][5][6][7]

The takeover of

Rover in 1994 was proved to be very beneficial for BMW in the development of the X5. BMW engineers were able to look at and use Range Rover
technology and parts in the development of the X5 - one such example would be hill-descent control. In many respects, the design of the X5 was influenced by its British counterpart; for example, the X5 got the two-piece tailgate straight from the Range Rover. Many parts and electronics were also taken directly from the E39 5 Series parts bin to save costs.

In contrast to the Range Rover models, the X5 was designed as a sporting road car: its off-road capabilities are significantly less than those of

SUV
(sport utility vehicle).

Even though the X5 was an all-wheel drive vehicle, BMW chose from the start to route 62 percent of the engine's torque to the rear wheels, making it feel as close as possible to the company's rear-wheel drive sedans.

Engines

Petrol

Model Years Engine Power 0–100 km/h
(0–62 mph)[a]
3.0i 2000–2006 3.0 L M54
straight-6		 170 kW (228 hp) 8.5/8.8 (MT/AT)[8]
4.4i 2000–2003 4.4 L M62
V8		 210 kW (282 hp) 7.5 (AT)[8]
2003–2006 4.4 L N62
V8		 235 kW (315 hp) 7.0 (AT)[9]
4.6is 2001–2003 4.6 L M62
V8		 255 kW (342 hp) 6.5 (AT)[10]
4.8is 2004–2006 4.8 L N62
V8		 264.78 kW (355 hp) 6.1 (AT)[11]
  1. ^ Manufacturer figures

Diesel

Model Model Year Engine Power 0–100 km/h
(0–62 mph)[a]
3.0d 2001–2003 2.9 L M57
straight-6		 135 kW (181 hp) 10.1/10.5 (MT/AT)[8]
2003–2006 3.0 L M57
straight-6		 160 kW (215 hp) 8.3/8.8 (MT/AT)[12]
  1. ^ Manufacturer figures

Interior design

The interior design of the E53 X5 was shared with the

head unit option. The BMW Assist telematics
system was an option on the E53 X5, and included an "SOS" button in the overhead console.

Production

Facelift X5

The X5, along with the

BMW 7 series. Production of the E53 X5 began on 1 September 1999 and ceased on 22 September 2006.[13][14]

X5 LM

A one-off version known as the X5 LM was equipped with the P75 engine based on the

Le Mans winning BMW V12 LMR. It was used by Hans-Joachim Stuck to set a lap record at the Nürburgring
in 2000.

4.6is and 4.8is

A sport model, badged 4.6is was released in 2001. The 4.6is, equipped with the M62B46 V8 engine, made 255 kW (342 hp). The 4.6is was available in 4 colors (black, imola red, estoril blue, and titanium silver). It featured 20 inch wheels that were fitted over larger brakes than the stock X5. It also had additional rear fender flares along with different front and rear bumpers. In 2004, the 4.6is was replaced by a 4.8is model which was not the M62B48 4.8L V8, which Alpina developed for its Alpina B10 V8S and the

Alpina Roadster V8, but rather an entirely new engine called the N62
engine producing 265 kW (355 hp).

2003 facelift

Facelift BMW X5 3.0d (Australia)

In 2000, development on mid-cycle updates began scheduled for 2003. By late 2001, a radical design update was chosen favoring the new brand design theme. In 2002, following discontent towards the 2001 E65 design, a more conservative appearance was instead chosen and frozen for 2003 production.[15]

In July 2003, the facelifted X5 was presented for the 2004 model year at the IAA 2003 in September, with new headlights, a few new exterior colors, a new four-wheel drive system and upgraded engines. Production started at Spartanburg on 26 September.

DSC
to brake wheels without losing traction, xDrive could vary power to the front or rear axles in milliseconds, transferring up to 100% of engine power to either axle, thus allowing the vehicle to regain traction quickly.

The X5 got the new 4.4i engine which debuted in the 2002 7 Series; power output rose from 216–235 kW (290–315 hp). Also from April onwards, a new X5 4.8is was offered (see below), producing 265 kW (355 hp). Sales began in September 2003.

Several new extras were added to the 2004 X5 such as:

  • Soft-boot close feature (the top part of the trunk pulls itself closed)
  • Trailer Stability Program
    (making it an ideal tow vehicle)
  • xenon HID headlamps
    ; these swivel with the direction of travel of the car. Bi-Xenon headlights for both low and high beam replaced the low beam HID headlights)

Originally announced in the end of 2003 along with the rest of the X5 facelift, the X5 4.8is first started shipping in April 2004. It had a new larger 4.8 L engine (which replaced the 4.6 L engine), and was also later used in the 2005 750i/Li. It also included a slightly modified bodykit (parts of the bottom bumper became painted the body color), 20" wheels, and along with the 4.6is, were the only X5's ever to have a large chrome-tipped exhaust which hid the quad pipes.

X5 Security

The 'Security' edition is an X5 variant with

2003 Frankfurt Motor Show.[18]

Features include:

  • 9mm Luger.[19]
  • Polycarbonate coated glass to reduce spall.
  • An intercom to speak with people outside the vehicle.
  • An assault alarm, which when activated, locks all doors and emits both visual and audio alert signals.
  • Run-flat tires allowing one to continue driving with flat tires at up to 80 km/h (50 mph) for approximately 50 km (31 mi).[20]

Chinese copy controversy

In June 2008, the Regional Court of Munich ruled that the Chinese SUV model, "Shuanghuan SCEO" is a copy of the BMW X5, prohibited the defendant importer of these vehicles in the "trade in Germany" offer and ordered the destruction of all "vehicles with a certain look" at which the defendant's possession or ownership (Az.: 4HK O 16807/07).[21]

References

Notes

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  2. ^ "Bimmernav". Bimmernav. Archived from the original on 25 September 2010. Retrieved 3 October 2010.
  3. ^ "Registerauskunft zum Design Designnummer: M9805818-0001". Deutsches Patent- und Markenamt. Retrieved 12 April 2017.
  4. ^ "BMW: Driven by Design". Fast Company.
  5. ^ "Design boss plans Hyundai's next big splash: Christopher Chapman's goal: Refine bold styling". autoweek.com.
  6. ^ "Der X5 setzte neue Maßstäbe in der BMW-Entwicklung". Archived from the original on 13 April 2017. Retrieved 18 May 2017.
  7. ^ "Eyes off the road: BMW confirms plans for sport 'activity' vehicle". GoUpstate.com. Archived from the original on 16 May 2014.
  8. ^ a b c "The BMW X5, 3.0i, 4.4i, 3.0d". bmw-grouparchiv.de. Retrieved 12 June 2018.
  9. ^ "Der neue BMW X5". www.branchensieger.de. Retrieved 12 June 2018.
  10. ^ "The new BMW X5 4.6is". bmw-grouparchiv.de. Retrieved 12 June 2018.
  11. ^ "Der neue BMW X5 4.8is". 7-forum.com - wenn's um BMW geht! BMW News, Fotos, Videos uvm. Retrieved 12 June 2018.
  12. ^ Technische Daten BMW X5 3.0i; 4.4i; 3.0d, 4.8is. BMW AG. Retrieved 12 June 2018.
  13. ^ a b "Plant History". BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC. Archived from the original on 18 August 2016. Retrieved 9 May 2013.
  14. ^ "MAKING WAY FOR THE NEW X5 - THE LAST OF THE FIRST GENERATION X5 MANUFACTURED". www.press.bmwgroup.com. Retrieved 25 October 2020.
  15. ^ Auto Express. "Bangle On His Way Out". E46 Fanatics. Retrieved 12 December 2017.
  16. ^ "Annual Report 2003" (PDF). BMW Group. 11 March 2004. p. 22. Archived (PDF) from the original on 7 January 2010. At the end of September, production of the updated BMW X5 was commenced at the BMW Spartanburg plant.
  17. ^ "BMW High Security". Ultimatecarpage.com. Retrieved 3 October 2010.
  18. ^ "The New BMW X5 Security". Worldcarfans.com. 9 September 2003. Retrieved 3 October 2010.
  19. ^ "BMW X5 Security". bmw-ids.com. Archived from the original on 9 April 2004. Retrieved 15 June 2017.
  20. ^ "BMW X5 Security". bmw-ids.com. Archived from the original on 10 April 2004. Retrieved 15 June 2017.
  21. ^ "Shuanghuan Wins Case Against BMW, Will Continue to Sell CEO SUV in Italy". MotorTrend. 19 December 2008. Retrieved 18 January 2023.

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