Double launch of BMW in Argentina: X4 and X5

The month of August will begin with two new automotive developments: the dual presentation / launch of BMW in Argentina. The German brand will land with the new X4 and X5.

In the first case, it is the second generation of SUV for the D segment (medium), marketed in the country since 2015 in two versions and which has added this year a new entry-level, the xDrive20i.

In this case, the X4 that will be presented on August 1st is already on sale in Europe since 2018. Here is the official video of the new model:

On the other hand, BMW Argentina will launch the X5, presented in Europe a little over a year ago. This will be the fourth generation of this segment of luxury SUV E (wide).

Compared to the previous version, this X5 has increased in all dimensions: its length has increased by 36 millimeters (up to 4,922 mm), its width of 66 mm (up to 2,004 mm) and its height of 19 mm (up to 1745 mm). At the same time, the wheelbase also increased by 42 millimeters (up to 2,975 mm). In terms of design, the X5 opens a line more angular and aggressive than ever, with the large front grille, with the traditional double kidney, very vertical.

If we talk about engines, there are three: a 340-hp six-cylinder naphtero (xDrive40i) and two six-cylinder cylinders: 400 hp (M50d) and 265 hp (xDrive30d). In all cases, they are badociated with an eight-speed automatic transmission with torque converter. The traction is integral.

Absolute novelty of this new generation, the Off Road Package optional (with high variable air suspension and four driving modes outside the asphalt) and a Autonomous mode, semi-autonomous driving on highway.