Episode 361 - BMW X5 xDrive 40e

Date of broadcast: 20 July 2016

Engine: In-line four-cylinder, 1 997 cc turbo
Synchronous electric motor
Power: (system total) 230 kW @ 5 000 - 6 500 rpm
Torque: (system total): 430 Nm @ 1 250 - 4 800 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio: 103,13 kW/ton
Gearbox: Eight-speed automatic, AWD
Wheels/tyres: 20-inch alloy, 275/40 R19 tyres

0-100 km/h: 6,8 sec
Top speed: 210 km/h
Fuel tank capacity: 85 litres
Fuel consumption (claimed/tested): 3,3 / 8,2 litres/100 km
Operating range (claimed/tested): 2 575 km / 1 037 km
CO2 emissions: 77 g/km

Pros: Typically X5 - comfortable, capable drive.
Cons: Can’t match the other PHEV in value terms.

Retail price: R1 097 500
Price as tested: R1 217 500

Prices correct on date of broadcast.