BMW X5M 4,4L 2023

BMW X5 M60i. 530 hp. A 4.4-litre V8 — and every reason to take the long way home.

Some cars impress you on paper. Others make you smile the moment you press the accelerator.

At the heart of this X5 is a magnificent 4.4-litre M TwinPower Turbo V8 delivering 530 hp and 750 Nm of torque. A deep soundtrack, effortless acceleration and power that always feels ready. The kind of engine that makes an ordinary journey something to look forward to.

On the motorway, a different side of its character emerges. Activate the driving assistance systems, keep your hands on the wheel and enjoy the way the car helps manage speed, distance and lane positioning. Settle into the massage seat, put your favourite music through the Bowers & Wilkins sound system and let the miles pass in comfort.

At night, watching the adaptive headlights work is a pleasure in itself. The high beam precisely shades the vehicle ahead, keeping the surrounding road illuminated without dazzling its driver. It is one of those details you keep appreciating long after the first drive.

When conditions allow, activate the indicator and the lane-change assistant helps carry out the manoeuvre under your supervision. Meanwhile, the air suspension smooths out uneven surfaces, bringing a sense of calm and composure to every journey.

Then you select Sport.

The throttle sharpens. The gearbox becomes more assertive. The V8 makes its presence heard.

Suddenly, this comfortable SUV reminds you exactly why people love driving a BMW. The response, the acceleration, the confidence — and the urge to enjoy every corner yourself. This is where its M Performance character comes alive.

Inside, the atmosphere is just as special. Sculpted sports seats with M badges, carbon-fibre trim, a panoramic glass roof and ambient lighting that changes the mood of the cabin. Cool blue for a relaxed evening drive. Red when you want something more dramatic.

Even parking becomes a talking point. Step out before a tight space and use your sma