The drivetrain in the BMW X5 3.0sd is unique in its segment as it utilizes two differently sized turbochargers operating sequentially. The turbos deliver a constant 2.85bar of boost, which gives the driver linear power delivery and helps provide a flat torque curve. One smaller turbocharger provides near instantaneous power at low engine speeds, while a larger turbocharger provides the mid to top end power, all controlled by the vehicle’s ECU.
Power is transmitted to the road via a standard six-speed automatic gearbox and BMW’s xDrive 4WD system. To go with the extra power, BMW has uprated the brakes by fitting thicker and larger diameter disc brakes over the base X5.
The diesel versions also come with a chrome kidney grille with titanium vertical slats, but we think the added performance will be enough to impress your mates.
Reader Comments
Wed Jun 27 2007 1:19 PM
Michael says
Will this X5 3.0d ever make it to the US market?
Wed Jun 27 2007 2:19 PM
HECTOR says
When VW's V10 diesel on their Phaeton and Touareg came out I thought that would remain the most powerful diesel engine for a long time at 310 bhp.
But BMW has upped the ante with this monster: 286 bhp with 4 less cylinders. I read a long time ago that the engine on the European 330d (I think it was also a 6 cylinder) was one of the 10 top best engines in the world. And BMW is not sitting around. Hope this makes it to the US...
Wed Jun 27 2007 2:33 PM
biturbo says
That's one sweet diesel!
I mean the engine, SUV=BS.
Wed Jun 27 2007 9:39 PM
Gus says
I'd buy it. If I could.
I tow stuff, so a diesel would be perfect. The VW V10 is a little overkill...
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