Change the rules: the new BMW X5

Harry Plopper · 05-11-2006, 10:27 PM

Coming soon ...

A series of E70 X5 articles.

1. Purpose of the X5: "A mobile communication statement"
2. Design of the X5: Evolutionary design for a revolutionary vehicle
3. Spatial design process: Enhancing the interior of the X5
4. Making sense: The purpose of the X3
5. Reliability and durability: "Travelling the worlds roads to prepare for yours!"
6. The next step: The next transition for efficiency
7. Enter the age of the "Science fiction" car: Making use of new technologies to keep you on the road (or off)
8. Why legislation does not have to be a burden - Safety aspects of the X5.

Stay tuned!

PS: Coming in June!

siko · 05-11-2006, 10:31 PM

I just came from the dealer's and I was told that the new X5 is coming to dealer this december... at least here in Canada.

If that's true, I imagine the launch is pretty soon.

Harry Plopper · 05-11-2006, 10:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by siko

I just came from the dealer's and I was told that the new X5 is coming to dealer this december... at least here in Canada.

If that's true, I imagine the launch is pretty soon.

True, NA sales start late November / early December. Europe early 2007.

Expect press release in July / August.

And for a "pre-press release": stay tuned!

Deutsch · 05-11-2006, 10:39 PM

A series of teasters. At the very least it won't be as bad as the promo for the Cayenne before it was lauched, there was video after video, sketch after sketch , and so on. The new X5 however will be here sooner than later, and I'm looking forward to it. The new X5, the only SAV, the only "Activity" vehicle worth while.

Mr. Mercedes · 05-13-2006, 09:24 PM

Looking forward to these articles.

Eni any idea of what engines the X5 will be released with?

warot · 05-13-2006, 09:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. Mercedes

Looking forward to these articles.

Eni any idea of what engines the X5 will be released with?

Look at the thread you created, I posted there.

Harry Plopper · 05-25-2006, 05:44 AM

To stay at the top of your game ...
To perform at your best ...
You have to ..................... Change the rules!

A "creative marketing campaign" starts in June - 1 article per week.
So, 8 articles - 8 weeks.

P.S.: Now you get a nice hint when E70 PR comes out.

Harry Plopper · 05-25-2006, 06:42 PM

...

So, let the countdown begins ...

Osnabrueck · 05-25-2006, 07:47 PM

Info from Wikipedia:

Quote:

The E70 will bring new engines to the X5 lineup. BMW will begin a shift of replacing engines from the 2006 7-Series. It is likely that the E70 will inherit those same powertrains.

Petrol models will include:

X5 3.0i 3.0 L 255 hp (190.2 kW) inline-6
X5 4.0i 4.0 L 275 hp (205.1 kW) V8
X5 5.0i 5.0 L 355 hp (264.7 kW) V8
X5 5.4is 5.4 L 420 hp (313.2 kW) V8

Transmission choices will likely remain like those today: 5-speed manual and 6-speed Steptronic. It is possible for BMW to implement their 6-speed SMG system into the V8-powered models. Also, this generation's xDrive AWD system will continue largely unchanged into the E70. Rumors also floating around is that the BMW 7-Series Electronic Shifter will be used in the E70 to rival the 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class' shifter.

Accurate? I dunno. Sounds plausible though.

Harry Plopper · 05-25-2006, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Osnabrueck

Info from Wikipedia:

Accurate? I dunno. Sounds plausible though.

Yes & no.

6-speed manual, not 5-speed. And 6-speed automatic. No SMG.

Modified xDrive.

No new engine will debute along with E70. E70 will get the exsisting engines from other BMW models (I6 & V8 petrol & diesel engines). The "S" model coming later with V8 turbo.

05-11-2006, 10:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
Harry Plopper Oinky Wizard Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 3,775 My Mood: Thanks: 76 Thanked 921 Times in 479 Posts	Change the rules: the new BMW X5 Coming soon ... A series of E70 X5 articles. 1. Purpose of the X5: "A mobile communication statement" 2. Design of the X5: Evolutionary design for a revolutionary vehicle 3. Spatial design process: Enhancing the interior of the X5 4. Making sense: The purpose of the X3 5. Reliability and durability: "Travelling the worlds roads to prepare for yours!" 6. The next step: The next transition for efficiency 7. Enter the age of the "Science fiction" car: Making use of new technologies to keep you on the road (or off) 8. Why legislation does not have to be a burden - Safety aspects of the X5. Stay tuned! PS: Coming in June! Last edited by Harry Plopper; 05-25-2006 at 06:15 PM..

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siko Devotee Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Montreal, Canada Posts: 3,586 My Mood: Thanks: 815 Thanked 688 Times in 362 Posts	Re: Change the rules: the new BMW X5 I just came from the dealer's and I was told that the new X5 is coming to dealer this december... at least here in Canada. If that's true, I imagine the launch is pretty soon.

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Deutsch Aficionado Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: L.A. Posts: 5,362 Thanks: 301 Thanked 468 Times in 240 Posts	Re: Change the rules: the new BMW X5 A series of teasters. At the very least it won't be as bad as the promo for the Cayenne before it was lauched, there was video after video, sketch after sketch , and so on. The new X5 however will be here sooner than later, and I'm looking forward to it. The new X5, the only SAV, the only "Activity" vehicle worth while.

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Mr. Mercedes Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 1,285 Thanks: 96 Thanked 77 Times in 52 Posts	Re: Change the rules: the new BMW X5 Looking forward to these articles. Eni any idea of what engines the X5 will be released with?

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Harry Plopper Oinky Wizard Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 3,775 My Mood: Thanks: 76 Thanked 921 Times in 479 Posts	Re: Change the rules: the new BMW X5 To stay at the top of your game ... To perform at your best ... You have to ..................... Change the rules! A "creative marketing campaign" starts in June - 1 article per week. So, 8 articles - 8 weeks. P.S.: Now you get a nice hint when E70 PR comes out. Last edited by Harry Plopper; 05-25-2006 at 06:40 PM..

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