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BMW launches China‑exclusive long‑wheelbase X5 and iX5
BMW announced a long‑wheelbase version of its X5 SUV, designated internally as G78, that will be sold only in the Chinese market. The wheelbase is extended by 130 mm, giving the vehicle an overall length of 3,165 mm. The rear cabin features a 31.3‑inch 8K BMW Theatre Screen that supports video calls, streaming and gaming. Both the X5 LWB and the fully electric iX5 LWB will come with standard adaptive air suspension and a new front‑lighting signature. The iX5 LWB uses BMW’s 800‑volt eDrive architecture, a 141 kWh battery pack and is claimed to achieve a CLTC range of more than 1,000 km. The X5 LWB will be offered with internal‑combustion powertrains as well as hybrid and electric options. Launch is planned for early 2027, with the models featuring BMW’s latest interior design language, advanced driver‑assist functions such as “address‑to‑address” and a partnership with Chinese AI firm Momenta for on‑road AI training.
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BMW AG · BMW Group · BMW Neue Klasse · BMW X5 · BMW X5 (long‑wheelbase) · BMW iX5 · BMW iX5 (LWB) · China · Jeep · Jeep Commander · Momenta
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Chinese‑spec X5 LWB will have a distinct front lighting signature and larger rear‑door glass area. speed.ettoday.net
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Chinese‑spec X5 LWB will feature a 31.3‑inch 8K BMW Theatre Screen for entertainment and video calls. speed.ettoday.net · www.motorbox.com · www.it-boltwise.de · preporucamo.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] The long‑wheelbase X5 has a wheelbase 130 mm longer than the standard model, giving a total length of 3,165 mm. preporucamo.com · speed.ettoday.net · www.motorbox.com · www.it-boltwise.de
- [● 4 SOURCES] The iX5 long‑wheelbase version will be equipped with a 141 kWh battery and achieve a CLTC range of over 1,000 km. speed.ettoday.net · www.motorbox.com · www.it-boltwise.de · preporucamo.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Adaptive air suspension will be standard on both the X5 LWB and iX5 LWB. preporucamo.com · speed.ettoday.net · www.it-boltwise.de · www.motorbox.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] The iX5 LWB will use BMW’s 800‑volt eDrive architecture. speed.ettoday.net · www.it-boltwise.de · preporucamo.com · www.motorbox.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] BMW will release a long‑wheelbase version of the X5 exclusive to China. preporucamo.com · speed.ettoday.net · www.motorbox.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Both the X5 LWB and iX5 LWB are scheduled to launch in China in 2027. preporucamo.com · speed.ettoday.net · www.motorbox.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] BMW will launch a long‑wheelbase version of the X5 exclusive to China. www.it-boltwise.de · preporucamo.com · speed.ettoday.net · www.motorbox.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Launch of the X5 LWB and iX5 LWB is scheduled for early 2027 in China. www.it-boltwise.de · preporucamo.com · speed.ettoday.net · www.motorbox.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] The X5 LWB will be offered with internal‑combustion, hybrid and electric powertrains. www.it-boltwise.de · preporucamo.com · speed.ettoday.net · www.motorbox.com