BMW XM 2025: Price, consumption, picture, technical data.
Above the three-row X7 in BMW’s SUV lineup will be the performance-oriented XM, a two-row crossover with sporty intentions and tuning by the brand’s vaunted M division. Shown here in concept form, the XM wears an aggressive design with gaping kidney-shaped grille openings, stacked tailpipes and a slightly sloped roof that hints at a fastback shape.
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Under the hood is a 750-hp plug-in hybrid powertrain that draws its muscle from a twin-turbocharged V-8. About 30 miles of all-electric driving should be possible on a fully charged battery, but it’s the XM’s performance potential that really piqued our interest.
Engine, transmission and performance
A twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V-8 isn’t new to BMW’s powertrain portfolio, but in the XM it’s combined with an electric motor and battery pack to produce a whopping 750 horsepower. BMW hasn’t estimated acceleration performance, but with that much power, it’s going to scream fast.
By comparison, competing performance SUVs like the Lamborghini Urus and Porsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid offer less power, but both delivered a zero-to-60 mph time of 3.2 seconds in our testing.
Range, charging and battery life
BMW didn’t say how big the XM’s battery is, but the company estimates about 31 miles of all-electric range per charge. As we learn more about the battery, its charging time and other hybrid details, we’ll update this story with more information.
Interior, comfort and cargo
While we think the concept’s exterior is an accurate estimate of what will eventually roll off the assembly line at BMW ‘s South Carolina manufacturing plant, we expect some of its classy interior details won’t make the jump to production.
The geometric headliner, for example, is expected to be replaced with fabric or a panoramic sunroof. We love the vintage leather upholstery and quilted velvet rear seats, but BMW will likely choose more subtle materials for the final product.
Infotainment and connectivity
A large, curved display stretches across the dashboard until it meets the passenger grab handle, which is connected to the center console. The display serves as both a digital instrument cluster and on-board infotainment, and we can see BMW’s familiar iDrive rotary controller located just to the right of the gearshift lever. We expect wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to be standard, and additional features like SiriusXM satellite radio, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and a premium stereo will also be included.
BMW XM Price
With production set to start in late , we hope the production version of the BMW XM will be out of commission as early as next summer. How much will it cost? It’s too early to say, but logic tells us you should be prepared to pay a considerable premium for the €95,000 X6 M. For comparison, the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid Coupé starts at €145,000.
