BMW Announces Performance Accessories for the U.S.-spec X5 Series

BMW has decided to spice up its U.S.-spec X5’s line-up by releasing numerous accessories from its in-house Performance division. Meant to improve aerodynamics and give the interior a sportier appearance, the parts will go on sale at Authorized BMW Centers by the end of this month. Read more »

AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon

If we are to believe AC Schnitzer, then the Aachen-based tuner’s new wide-bodykit for the BMW X5 was inspired from a falcon. Last time we checked though, falcons actually look like prey birds and not like overstuffed chickens but we guess everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Leaving our personal sense of aesthetics aside, the AC Schnitzer’s Falcon widening kit includes front and rear bumper

AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon

If we are to believe AC Schnitzer, then the Aachen-based tuner’s new wide-bodykit for the BMW X5 was inspired from a falcon. Last time we checked though, falcons actually look like prey birds and not like overstuffed chickens but we guess everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Leaving our personal sense of aesthetics aside, the AC Schnitzer’s Falcon widening kit includes front and rear bumper

Hartge Presents New 22-Inch Alloys for BMW X5 E70

German tuning firm Hartge is expanding its offerings for the second generation BMW X5 with the introduction of a new 22-inch alloy wheel set called “Classic 2 Brilliant”. The new alloy wheels set that includes wheel arch extensions are combined with Pirelli Scorpion tires (front 285 / 30 ZR 22, rear 335 / 25 ZR 22) or with Continental ContiCrossContact tires (front 295 / 30 ZR 22, rear 335 / 25

Hartge Presents New 22-Inch Alloys for BMW X5 E70

German tuning firm Hartge is expanding its offerings for the second generation BMW X5 with the introduction of a new 22-inch alloy wheel set called “Classic 2 Brilliant”. The new alloy wheels set that includes wheel arch extensions are combined with Pirelli Scorpion tires (front 285 / 30 ZR 22, rear 335 / 25 ZR 22) or with Continental ContiCrossContact tires (front 295 / 30 ZR 22, rear 335 / 25

BMW Wins Court Order to Ban Sales of Chinese X5 Clone in Germany

In a decision that might set the example for similar cases in the near future, a court in Munich, Germany ruled that China Automobile Deutschland GmbH’s Shuanghuan SCEO SUV infringes BMW's design rights as it’s appearance clearly resembles that of the previous generation X5 SUV. The Munich Regional Court ruling not only prohibits the importer from selling the SUV in German but it also decided

BMW Wins Court Order to Ban Sales of Chinese X5 Clone in Germany

In a decision that might set the example for similar cases in the near future, a court in Munich, Germany ruled that China Automobile Deutschland GmbH’s Shuanghuan SCEO SUV infringes BMW's design rights as it’s appearance clearly resembles that of the previous generation X5 SUV. The Munich Regional Court ruling not only prohibits the importer from selling the SUV in German but it also decided

Toyota RAV4 & BMW X5 Chinese Clones Go On Sale in Germany

Nearly a year after China Automobile Deutschland made its European debut at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show, the Munich-based importer announced today that it has began sales of its SCEO and UFO SUVs at 80 dealerships across Germany. Both models have caused quite a stir in Europe as the Mitsubishi Pajero based Shuanghuan SCEO’s appearance resembles the first generation BMW X5 while the UFO DR is

Toyota RAV4 & BMW X5 Chinese Clones Go On Sale in Germany

Nearly a year after China Automobile Deutschland made its European debut at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show, the Munich-based importer announced today that it has began sales of its SCEO and UFO SUVs at 80 dealerships across Germany. Both models have caused quite a stir in Europe as the Mitsubishi Pajero based Shuanghuan SCEO’s appearance resembles the first generation BMW X5 while the UFO DR is

Toyota RAV4 & BMW X5 Chinese Clones Go On Sale in Germany

Nearly a year after China Automobile Deutschland made its European debut at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show, the Munich-based importer announced today that it has began sales of its SCEO and UFO SUVs at 80 dealerships across Germany. Both models have caused quite a stir in Europe as the Mitsubishi Pajero based Shuanghuan SCEO’s appearance resembles the first generation BMW X5 while the UFO DR is

Hartge Introduces New Bodykit for the BMW X5 E70

BMW tuning specialist Hartge presented its latest aerodynamic kit for the new X5 SUV (E70). Hartge’s proposition includes a front spoiler, a rear skirt, wheel arch extensions and side sills. Additionally, buyers can complete the X5’s looks with a set of 10-spoke 22-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Continental or Pirelli tires. –More images after the jump

Hartge Introduces New Bodykit for the BMW X5 E70

BMW tuning specialist Hartge presented its latest aerodynamic kit for the new X5 SUV (E70). Hartge’s proposition includes a front spoiler, a rear skirt, wheel arch extensions and side sills. Additionally, buyers can complete the X5’s looks with a set of 10-spoke 22-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Continental or Pirelli tires. –More images after the jump

Hartge Introduces New Bodykit for the BMW X5 E70

BMW tuning specialist Hartge presented its latest aerodynamic kit for the new X5 SUV (E70). Hartge’s proposition includes a front spoiler, a rear skirt, wheel arch extensions and side sills. Additionally, buyers can complete the X5’s looks with a set of 10-spoke 22-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Continental or Pirelli tires. –More images after the jump

BMW Recalling MY 2008 X5 SUVs

The Bavarian automaker has announced that it will be sending a recall letter to 55 MY 2008 X5 owners in the States for problems with the SUV's rear axle stabilizer (anti-sway bar). These particular X5s were equipped with a sports-suspension stabilizer instead of the standard suspension stabilizer on the rear axle. According to BMW, under certain driving conditions, such as high speed fast lane

BMW Recalling MY 2008 X5 SUVs

The Bavarian automaker has announced that it will be sending a recall letter to 55 MY 2008 X5 owners in the States for problems with the SUV's rear axle stabilizer (anti-sway bar). These particular X5s were equipped with a sports-suspension stabilizer instead of the standard suspension stabilizer on the rear axle. According to BMW, under certain driving conditions, such as high speed fast lane

BMW Recalling MY 2008 X5 SUVs

The Bavarian automaker has announced that it will be sending a recall letter to 55 MY 2008 X5 owners in the States for problems with the SUV's rear axle stabilizer (anti-sway bar). These particular X5s were equipped with a sports-suspension stabilizer instead of the standard suspension stabilizer on the rear axle. According to BMW, under certain driving conditions, such as high speed fast lane

How To Transforming the Chinese SCEO into a BMW X5

Even though it is apparent that the Chinese automaker Shuanghuan was heavily inspired from the previous generation BMW X5 when designing the SCEO SUV, it would have been a bit too inappropriate -even for their standards- to blatantly imitate bimmer’s characteristic double-kidney grille and badgetry. When it comes to private owners however, that’s another story. This Chinese driver decided to

How To Transforming the Chinese SCEO into a BMW X5

Even though it is apparent that the Chinese automaker Shuanghuan was heavily inspired from the previous generation BMW X5 when designing the SCEO SUV, it would have been a bit too inappropriate -even for their standards- to blatantly imitate bimmer’s characteristic double-kidney grille and badgetry. When it comes to private owners however, that’s another story. This Chinese driver decided to

How To Transforming the Chinese SCEO into a BMW X5

Even though it is apparent that the Chinese automaker Shuanghuan was heavily inspired from the previous generation BMW X5 when designing the SCEO SUV, it would have been a bit too inappropriate -even for their standards- to blatantly imitate bimmer’s characteristic double-kidney grille and badgetry. When it comes to private owners however, that’s another story. This Chinese driver decided to

How To Transforming the Chinese SCEO into a BMW X5

Even though it is apparent that the Chinese automaker Shuanghuan was heavily inspired from the previous generation BMW X5 when designing the SCEO SUV, it would have been a bit too inappropriate -even for their standards- to blatantly imitate bimmer’s characteristic double-kidney grille and badgetry. When it comes to private owners however, that’s another story. This Chinese driver decided to