BMW X5 M50d
 

The BMW M Performance Automobiles

The BMW M Performance vehicles described in the attached press release are not planned for the US market.

More pics of X6 M50d and M550d here

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At a glance

New BMW M GmbH product range based on current BMW models; BMW M Performance Automobiles complement the model family with their clear focus on sports performance combined with unrestricted everyday usability and outstanding efficiency; new product category launches with four models: BMW M550d xDrive Sedan, BMW M550d xDrive Touring, BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d.

Rigorous use of BMW M GmbH development expertise in the optimisation of agility, precision and emotion; BMW M Performance Automobiles with harmonious interplay of powertrain, chassis technology and design features typical of M models; exclusive, extremely powerful engine; detailed modifications to chassis technology and power transfer; aerodynamically optimised body.

World premiere for a new six-cylinder in-line diesel engine developed exclusively for the BMW M Performance Automobiles; new, globally unique
M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology: three turbochargers, common-rail direct injection with piezo injectors and maximum injection pressure of 2,200 bar; 3.0-litre displacement, 280 kW/381 hp, maximum torque: 740 Newton metres (546 lb-ft); instantaneous responses and outstandingly dynamic power delivery into the upper reaches of the rev range; maximum revs: 5,400 rpm; impressively economical thanks to optimised efficiency and extensive BMW EfficientDynamics technology,

Eight-speed Sports automatic transmission with enhanced gearshift dynamics fitted as standard on all BMW M Performance Automobiles;
BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive with bespoke set-up optimised to enhance dynamics; BMW M550d xDrive and BMW X5 M50d with Performance Control, BMW X6 M50d with Dynamic Performance Control.
M-specific tuning of suspension, bodyshell mounting, engine and transmission mounting, springs and dampers, all standard and optional chassis control systems, and the Servotronic mapping for the hydraulic steering; result is significantly enhanced agility and precision in dynamic driving situations, with the linear build-up of lateral forces familiar from M cars.

BMW M550d xDrive comes as standard with the Driving Experience Control switch, including ECO PRO mode;
BMW M550d xDrive Touring also features air suspension on the rear axle and automatic self-levelling; both models available as an option with Dynamic Damper Control and Adaptive Drive including anti-roll control.

BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d fitted as standard with air suspension on the rear axle and self-levelling, Adaptive Drive standard on the BMW X6 M50d and available as an option for the BMW X5 M50d.

Purposeful design modifications in familiar M style set individual models apart and provide aerodynamic optimisation; exterior mirrors and air intake bars with striking Ferric Grey metallic paintwork; trapezoidal exhaust tailpipes; BMW Individual High-gloss Shadow Line; 19-inch M light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design standard on the BMW M550d xDrive and BMW M550d xDrive Touring; 19-inch M light-alloy wheels in V-spoke design standard on the BMW X5 M50d; 20-inch M light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design standard on the BMW X6 M50d; exclusive 20-inch M light-alloy wheels in Ferric Grey available as an option for all models; model lettering on the door sills, boot lid and, in the case of the BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d, also in the instrument cluster; engine cover with “M Performance” badge.

Bespoke interior design shows clear emphasis on the cars’ sporting character; gearshift lever with M logo; exclusive Alcantara/Nappa leather M sports seats in Black (BMW X5 M50d, BMW X6 M50d) or Alcantara/Cloth in Grey Shadow (BMW M550d xDrive) with contrast stitching and embossed M logo; M leather steering wheel with gearshift paddles; BMW Individual roof liner in Anthracite; interior trim strips in Brushed Aluminium Shadow (BMW X5 M50d, BMW X6 M50d) or Aluminium Hexagon (BMW M550d xDrive); interior sound design adds further emphasis to the characteristic six-cylinder soundtrack.

All BMW M Performance Automobiles contain a wide range of comfort-enhancing equipment as standard; extensive individualisation possible thanks to virtually full availability of BMW 5 Series, BMW X5 and BMW X6 options; includes Comfort Access, automatic tailgate operation (standard in Germany on the BMW X6 M50d and BMW M550d xDrive Touring), hands-free tailgate opening (BMW M550d xDrive, BMW M550d xDrive Touring), electrically operated glass/panoramic sunroof, doors with Soft Close Automatic function, trailer coupling, heated steering wheel, active seats, Adaptive LED Headlights (BMW X6 M50d), navigation systems with hard disk storage, high-quality audio and rear-seat entertainment systems.

Wide range of driver assistance systems and mobility services from BMW ConnectedDrive unmatched by any rival: Head-Up Display, Adaptive Headlights, High-Beam Assistant, BMW Night Vision with pedestrian recognition (BMW M550d xDrive), Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function, Lane Change Warning System
(BMW M550d xDrive), Lane Departure Warning System
(BMW M550d xDrive), rear-view camera with Top View
(BMW X5 M50d, BMW X6 M50d), Surround View (BMW 550d xDrive),
Speed Limit Info, internet access, extended integration of smartphones and music players, Real-Time Traffic Information and apps for receiving web radio and using Facebook and Twitter.

Engine:
Six-cylinder in-line diesel engine with
M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology, aluminium crankcase, three turbochargers (high-pressure, with variable turbine geometry), common-rail direct injection with piezo injectors, maximum injection pressure: 2,200 bar.
Displacement: 2,993 cc,
output: 280 kW/381 hp at 4,000 – 4,400 rpm,
max. torque: 740 Nm (546 lb-ft) at 2,000 – 3 000 rpm,
specific output: 93.6 kW/127.3 hp per litre of displacement.

BMW M Performance models: performance figures, fuel consumption, CO2 emissions:
BMW M550d xDrive Sedan:
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 4.7 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
average fuel consumption: 6.3 litres/100 kilometres (44.8 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions: 165 g/km, exhaust standard: EU6.
BMW M550d xDrive Touring:
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 4.9 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
average fuel consumption: 6.4 litres/100 kilometres (44.1 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions: 169 g/km, exhaust standard: EU6.

BMW X5 M50d:
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 5.4 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
average fuel consumption: 7.5 litres/100 kilometres (37.7 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions: 199 g/km, exhaust standard: EU5.
BMW X6 M50d:
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 5.3 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
average fuel consumption: 7.7 litres/100 kilometres (36.7 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions: 204 g/km, exhaust standard: EU5.

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Can't wait to drive one.

And not planned for the US market? You are kidding?

381/546, under 5 sec 0-62, and 44mpg???!!!! Damn!!!!
I think I can finally overcome the "diesel noise" now.

I think this will be my next car when the E53's time is up!

I toyed with the idea of an X5M but the though of having to look for a gas station all the time would shit me to tears... this is in a word perfect" :)

wow, I want this! I wonder if it will come to Canada?

That's 36...37 in US MPG ("their" gallon is bigger than "our" gallon... can't believe Texans don't have an issue with that :D )

"average fuel consumption: 7.5 litres/100 kilometres (37.7 mpg imp)"


I think that 7.5 l/100 km is more like ~30/31 mpg in US gallons...
not shabby, but not even done via the optimistic EPA rating method, yet.

Great looking X...but they have given up on manual trans for US mkt.
GL, mD

Wow, that would be nice. Even at 30 MPG with better accleration than an 8 and better than 6 MPG. Plus it would do a fantastic job towing my boat.

In the mean time those are the EXACT exhaust tips I want on my 35i! They remind me of the 550 tips that I really would like to have instead of round chrome. I hoping those come out for purchase soon as BMW parts or aftermarket equivalent.

Nice looking and very powerful diesel bimmers...:thumbup:

what a shame!!!

how r they going to build these in US and not sell them here????

This diesel engine is not approved(homologation) for use in US. US laws are more strict than Europe. BMW has to go through rigorous process of having the engine approved in all 50 states.

this will be the first time in history when a newly produced European car is imported into Europe :)

i know, but BMW would get an enormous amounts of sales, with diesel engines getting more and more attention

M Performance TwinPower Turbo Inline 6-Cylinder Diesel Engine.

Premiere: Six-Cylinder Inline Diesel Engine With Three Turbochargers.

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The market launch of the first BMW M Performance Automobiles also sees the premiere of the most powerful diesel engine ever fitted in one of the brand’s models. The new unit shows BMW demonstrating its commitment to the development of ultra-sporty yet impressively efficient diesel powerplants. Globally unique technological highlights open the door to a new dimension in power development. The six-cylinder in-line engine developed for the BMW M Performance Automobiles uses its 2,993 cc displacement to generate maximum output of 280 kW/381 hp, giving the new diesel unit a specific output of 93.6 kW/127.3 hp per litre of displacement. No less imposing is the engine’s maximum torque of 740 Newton metres (546 lb-ft), all of which the driver will find on tap as low down as 2,000 rpm.

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Playing a central role in this increase in power is M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology. For the first time, a BMW engine will feature three turbochargers. The size, arrangement and interplay strategy of the turbos are designed to guarantee maximum power delivery across a wide rev band. The system comprises two relatively small turbochargers and one large turbo, which join forces precisely to deliver the amount of power required. According to the driving situation, the low moment of inertia of the small turbochargers is exploited to the full to deliver
razor-sharp responses, while the link-up with the large turbo is maximised to generate as much charge pressure as possible.

Output and Torque Diagrams
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nice diagrams!!!! good find! thanks!

Autoweek TV on new tri-turbo diesel engines and that they will be not be coming to US as its too expensive for homologation.
BMW grows M Performance line with diesels: Autoweek TV - Autoweek

So what about pricing, on par with the true M gas versions?

Does that mean the current 35d engine will not be updated for F15?
I was hoping we would at least get the 40d - proven and tested elsewhere, but the US.
Current 35d is pretty awesome and above the rest in the US, but I have the feeling the competition (MB, VW, Audi) will catch up pretty soon.

I am sure F15 will get the new diesel. 40d did not come to US as BMW was working on the tri-turbo, and not worth the effort to legalize the 40d for US when its successor is down the pipe.

I posted German and UK pricing in this thread - http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-foru...w-x6-m50d.html

New official pics of X5M and X6M are posted in this thread - http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-foru...-x5m-x6-m.html

50d X5M, just shy of 110K US...... oh......

I rather take the 87K X5M, for more horses and more torque and less "diesel noise". Thanks but no thanks. :tribe:

European prices never equate to US prices if you are doing direct conversion. BMW prices differently. Check the prices of M3 coupe and X5 M in UK and compare that to US prices.

I find it hard to believe they managed to achieve such great fuel efficiencies while increasing power.... Who needs hybrids any longer !?

Looking through technical data, I see 13.0 for Tank Capacity... Not sure what units are, but it must be a typo...?

Seems like it. For M550d it shows tank capacity of 70 l.

you are right sir, wonder if they do sell them here, what would the prices be....

It is worth noting that the 40d is a version of the N57, a very modern 3 litre diesel, while the 35d is a version of the M57, which came out in 1999 or so.

BMW introduced the N57 in the new 3 and 5 series, and the new X3, concurrent with the recent platform changes, and then promptly dropped the diesel models from the US offering, likely due to poor sales of the 335d.

I agree that the F15 X5 will have the N57, but it may or may not be any of the 35d, 40d, or 50d variants, that remains to be seem.

It will be interesting to see what card BMW plays next with diesel introductions in North America. They have to get some volume to pay for the federalization process required, and the most likely way to do that is to focus on a four cylinder diesels in the 1, 3, x1, and X3 models. By limiting their diesel offerings to the 35d, they greatly restricted their potential volume IMO.

Diesel cars in US are picking up sales. Diesel X5 sales in US are not bad. Between half to one-third of total X5s sold each month in US are diesel X5s.
BMW is in process of federalizing the diesel engine for X1, when it comes to US.

i've driven a loaner 335d. they didn't tell me it was diesel when i picked it up. while i noticed the acceleration didn't seem the same as other 335i cars i had driven i would not have looked at the trunk lid were it not for the access port on the left rear quarter panel that i noticed.

doesn't sound anything like a diesel. doesn't smell like a diesel. and i own an F350 SuperDuty diesel. imagine my suprise.

I understand the logic of the 35d for a heavy vehicle like the E70. I just think their North America diesel car introduction would have been much more successful with a 320d than a 335d

I have to agree with you on this one. :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:. Anyway, I understand they will be bringing the 4 cylinder 320d here soon in the new 3 series.

Currently the four-cylinder 2-litre diesel comes in a number of variants, 16d, 18d, 20d and 23d. The 23d is a bi-turbo like the 35d and 40d, while all the others are single turbo. The difference between the 16d, 18d and 20d is state of tune, the 16d being the most modestly tuned. I'm not sure what the US will get but the 20d and 23d are sweet engines with decent performance and great economy.

Just put my name down for a X5 M50d, have no date yet but assume April or May production?

Does anyone know when production is supposed to start?

Did they give you any indicative pricing mate?

Going on the my current X5 M40d which is highly spec'd I would say with AUD dollar being up, it will be around $180k, my current X5 came in at $176k but the same replacement is around $170k now.

A lot of optional extra's are now part of feature packs and you get alot more in the X5 now as standard for the same price? which tends to happen near the end of a model run and when our dollar goes up, rather than drop the price they throw in more options.

Can someone explain why this model wont be available to U.S. customers, even though it is produced here lol? I keep hearing the word "homologation", but I don't fully understand what that means. Seems to me if you qualified the car for California emission standards it would surely pass every other state. I'm so bummed we won't be able to buy an "M"-diesel here in the U.S.!

It means that the model has to be tested according to the US emissions regulations, and get a certificate as having passed. It isn't a cheap process. The M50d isn't just a small variation on the 35d, it is a whole new engine and so would be a major undertaking. This model won't meet US or California emissions standards as it is currently designed.

Given how many they would likely sell, BMW appears to have decided that it isn't worth the bother, ie it would cost more than they would make in profit. There are likely additional variables involved, but that is the essence of it.

Where it is produced doesn't matter at all. All the diesel X5s made from start of E53 production were made in the US, but they weren't legal there.

I don't understand. I see loads of Ford, Chevy and Dodge diesel trucks spewing forth black smoke every day. How can those pass our emmisions laws but this new BMW cannot?

+1

Well emission standards have changed quite a bit in the last 5-6 years with incremental improvements every year or so. It will be a long time before all those trucks are off the road. Also, many of the trucks you are seeing may be modified to increase the power with an imperfexct tune which at certain conditions, throws a lot of unburnt fuel out of the exhaust (smoke)

Emissions limits depend on vehicle GVW rating (weight). That is why there are diesels in one ton and three quarter ton pickups but not half ton models

These exhaust tips are from the 2007 4.8 E70 and you can order them separately as a pair of end tips with a bmw serial number which i cant recall now. if you do a good search you will find them here... i have them on my 2008 3.0 SD and they look great!

BMW X5: M Sport Edition for particularly dynamic performance.

13.02.2012

In the spring of 2012, the BMW X5 model range will be complemented by a BMW M Performance Automobile, which in addition to a 280 kW/381 hp diesel power plant with innovative three-stage turbocharging, also features an M-specific suspension setting and a particularly impressive and aerodynamically optimised design. Simultaneously with the market launch of the BMW X5 M50d, the new M Sport Edition will be offered for all further model variants. It contributes effectively towards a further enhancement of the supremely powerful and agile characteristics of the Sports Activity Vehicle, thereby also emphasising its visual qualities.

The M Sport Edition comprises M exterior features for optimising air guidance, 20-inch M light alloys including tyre mix, BMW Individual High Gloss Shadow Line, Xenon lights (standard on the BMW X5 xDrive50i and the BMW X5 xDrive40d) and Adaptive Cornering Headlights. The BMW X5 xDrive50i is also equipped with pneumatic rear wheel suspension including automatic levelling. For all other model variants, the M Sport Edition offers a sporty suspension setting.

The sporting ambience in the interior is emphasised by the M leather-clad steering wheel with shift paddles, BMW Individual anthracite roof lining, BMW Individual interiors trim strips in black piano lacquer, doorsills boasting the M logo, stainless steel pedals and the M footrest for the driver. The M Sport Edition also includes electrically adjustable sports seats. The new M Alcantara/Black Nappa leather combination is available exclusively in conjunction with the M Sport Edition.

Over and above that, the range of special equipment for the BMW X5 will in future also include the optional heated steering wheel in conjunction with the M leather-clad steering wheel. From the spring of 2012, the colour variant Orion Silver metallic will be available as a new exterior paint finish.

Yes but the X5 is over a ton. Also, I have friends who have bought brand new american diesels and they still spew black smoke. It still does not answer why BMW are not allowed to sell this new vehicle over here.

I don't think its a question of somebody not allowing BMW to sell these in US. If BMW wants they can sell it in US, they just have to federalize it. Its all up to BMW.

No, it isn't over a ton. A one ton pickup is slang for a class 3 light duty truck, often called an F350, C3500, or Ram 3500, and with a GVW starting at 10,000 lbs. A three quarter ton pickup has a GVW starting at 8500 lbs, and that is where the line is drawn. An X5 has a GVW pretty close to 6000 lbs, so it has to meet passenger car emissions standards, which anything over 8500 lbs GVW doesn't.

As Lemans says, BMW could get the engine certified if they wanted to. They just must not see any reason to do so, likely the costs being higher than the benefits (revenue). That may be partly because they can sell lots of the diesels overseas at much higher prices. They subsidize their sales into the US to sell at very low prices compared to the rest of the world, so I can see them not wanting to bring a vehicle in that they have a high demand for elsewhere in the world.

The M50d is slated to arrive in June 2012 for Australia, with orders openning up most likely in April 2012 for June arrival.

I have put my name down for one but have no pricing but think fully optioned like my current M40d it will be between $170k to $180k on road, that,s AUD dollars and our dollar now is $1.07 against the US dollar.

iWant

Had an X3 M Sport Turbo Diesel in the UK a few years back. It was AMAZING!

Have been informed that orders will be open either late March or early April for June production. Arrival will be very late June or sometime in July. Its around a 3 week arrival after production by boat.

My X5 M50d is set down for May production, arrival late June or early July, ordered white again, 754nm of torque will be interesting to drive, got the same options as my curremt X5.

:thumbup:

Tuning chip
 

Any information on a tuner "chip" interface box added to the diesel for more power? I have seen a few, but was wondering if anyone on this forum has had experience with them?

You can get your X5 diesel re-chipped, there are few companies that do it, I don't think anyone uses a chip interface box with there X5's.

The new M50d has around 750nm of torque, 0-60 5.3 sec's, I don't think its needed.

My current X5 35d M-Sport has 600nm and I have been offered a re-chip to 680nm but declined.

The new M50d arrives in Brisbane this weekend, takes about 10 days to clear pre-delievery. Then my dealer has to install all the goodies I have for it, so about another 2 weeks and it should be ready for pickup.

I have a new 2012 (got it last week), and it is not a matter of "need" but "want" for the "chip". I have seen some "interface boxes" for sale that connect under the hood and increase power. Was wondering if anyone on this forum has used them.

From my knowledge it has to be re-chiped, here they were uploading the the new firmware into the chip, when you sell the car they offered to put the orginal firmware back in.

i also want to own this car .
thank you for your information and pictures .
Interestingly, the M-ified diesel 5ers ditch the standard electromechanical steering for a hydraulic system that's derived from the M5, and both the X5 and X6 variants uses systems similar to those on the X5 M and X6 M.

I apologize. I thought the topic here was x5 diesels, not only the x5 M diesel. I have a regular x5 diesel, so I am looking for a little more power...

This is the current steering setup I had on my last X5 m-sport 35d, it comes with the adaptive drive when you choose that option.

I currently have a X5 loner, a standard 30d, and the steering is terrible, it must be about 4 turns from from lock to lock, trying to parallel park with it is near impossible after having the other steering system.

Here is a photo of the Twin-piston front brake calliper

^ Tasty!

I am so trading if and when she come to the US!

Thought I would post a couple photo's of my X5 M50d?

That is such an ugly car (spoken out of pure unadulterated envy)!

Seriously, beautiful car. Are the calipers really yellow or is this a photoshop? Looks very cool - what gave you the yellow caliper idea?

Yep,

Love the Yellowy-Greenish colour :) Are those Calipers bigger than the standard E70 Calipers? Look monstrous! Where did you get the "///M" decale if you don't mind me asking?

Acromann Online Shop
You can paint your calipers with G2.

You can get the decals from here:-

http://www.xenonmods.com


The colour on my calipers I call day glow yellow, I had the paint mixed up. Its the same colour as the safety vests that roadworkers wear so they are visable.

Thanks, So are the calipers bigger?

Yes they are actually physically larger than the calipers on the X5M, you can see there is little space between the caliper and the 20" wheel, you would not fit 19" rims on a M50d.

The stopped power is unbelieveable, they only problem is that the car behind you cannot stop as quickly, so you always keeping an eye out in the rearview mirror in heavy traffic.

So apparently we are getting the Cayenne Diesel S in Australia?

4.2L TDI V8, 8 speed transmission.

That's gotta throw a spanner in the works for potential M50d owners?

Driven the Cayenne, does not handle anywhere near as well as the X5, and I doubt it will have 750nm of torque, plus the a.re falls out of the secondhand price on the Cayenne, they don't sell enough of them in Australia, and insurance is high.

Likewise and I agree that it doesn't have the same handling as the X5 however your wrong about the torque figures. It is reported to be 100nm more than the M50d ->Porsche Cayenne S V8 Diesel Launched In Australia | Reviews | Prices | Australian specifications

I've always established that they (diesel ones anyway) re-sell very well!

None the less, now that I live 4.5 Km's from the office and don't really need to tow much I don't need diesel anymore. XM is next :thumbup:

The Cayenne S diesel is quite low tech compared to the M50d. It makes good numbers (281kW and 850Nm) but so it should given that it's 4.2-litres. If the Porsche engine was in the same state of tune as the M50d it would make 392kW and 1036Nm, so it's nothing special.
And X5 has a better chassis anyway... Game over.

+1 on the cayenne, I have the 03 V8 cayenne, and my X is a better car overall IMO, but the matte black 955 cayenne with a techart magnum bodykit is the most perfect thing in the world! So I ain't selling it... ever :)

Aug 2013 update
 

Just saw the Facebook posting by BMW, the M50D will have 6.7L/100KM

in my calculation, i can be wrong, does that mean 34 MPG?

if so, i know i'm trading up my 2013 diesel soon!!! LOL:D

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Hold on to your hat, cowboy. It is not available for US.

The 6.7 litres/100km figure is a European EEC 101 test figures for theoretical highway-only driving. I had a M50d for a couple of weeks here and averaged around 10 litres/100km. Great performance though and still excellent economy. A great drive. Loved it!

still pretty good, 10L/100KM! the is almost like 23MPG!! just like my X5d!! but, it got more HP!!:thumbup:

damn you, why you'd had to burst my dream!! LOL

you gotta admit, something worth to be excited about!!

Yep. Still very good on fuel especially considering the performance, which is excellent. More torque than a X5M!