BMW has offered its clearest look yet at the next-generation BMW X5 on its social media page, revealing the Sport Activity Vehicle’s (SAV) front light signature while keeping the rest of the body hidden in shadow. Now entering its sixth generation, the all-new X5 will make its full debut later today, bringing one of the brand’s most iconic models into the Neue Klasse era.
Immediately, it’s clear that the all-new BMW X5 will adopt the same Neue Klasse design language as the all-new iX3 and 3 Series. Most obvious is the slim kidney grille, although the X5 differentiates itself with a new pair of X-shaped headlights in place of the iX3’s vertical lighting elements.
The sculpted ‘Valley’ crease running down the centre of the bonnet also returns, drawing the eye towards the BMW badge between the bonnet haunches. While much of the lower front fascia remains hidden in shadow, it is expected to closely mirror the iX3 with a large, wide lower intake dominating the bumper.
Based on the camouflage images BMW released last week, the all-new X5 will also introduce several firsts for the model range. These include wheels measuring up to 23 inches, as well as new winglet-style door handles previously seen on the BMW Skytop and Speedtop concept cars.
At the rear, the camouflaged prototype reveals a pair of slim taillights that extend into the tailgate, likely separated by the BMW roundel at the centre. Completing the X5’s familiar SAV silhouette are pronounced rear haunches and a roof spoiler.
On the social media post, BMW also said the all-new X5 will be “a significant leap forward”, likely referring to its position as the first BMW model to be offered with five different powertrains.
The all-new BMW X5 will make its debut in EV form, initially launching as the iX5 60 xDrive. Revealed during BMW’s media preview last week, it will feature the brand’s sixth-generation eDrive technology and a dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain producing 578 hp. Energy is supplied by a 144 kWh (US specification) or 141 kWh (EU specification) battery pack.
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Mild-hybrid petrol and diesel variants will follow, alongside a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model. BMW says the X5 40 xDrive will produce up to 400 hp — 20 hp more than its predecessor — while the PHEV will retain its existing 490 hp output.
Perhaps the biggest talking point, however, is the addition of a hydrogen fuel-cell variant—the first of its kind for a BMW production model. Scheduled to arrive in 2028, it will feature BMW’s third-generation fuel-cell technology while sharing its Neue Klasse underpinnings with the EV. It will also benefit from BMW’s new Heart of Joy control unit, which integrates the BMW Dynamic Performance Control driving stack to improve efficiency while delivering a more precise and engaging driving experience.
