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BMW introduces frugal X5 eDrive concept [w/video]

BMW has released a new video of the X5 eDrive concept. This video previews a model BMW will […]

BMW introduces frugal X5 eDrive concept [w/video]
BMW introduces frugal X5 eDrive concept [w/video] — photographed for Leisure Wheels

BMW has released a new video of the X5 eDrive concept.

This video previews a model BMW will be launching in a few months and it will be BMW’s first ever plug-in hybrid SUV.

It features a 180kW turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine mated to a 70kW electric motor powered by lithium-ion battery.

More importantly, BMW claims a combined fuel consumption figure of less than 4,0 l/100km, which is unheard of in the luxury barge segment.

To find out more, check out the video below.

It never felt like it was working hard, and after 2 400 kilometres, neither did I.

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