Much of the rechargeable hybrids in the Norwegian automotive market right now. Several models have long waiting lists, while a number of new ones are coming in.
One of them is the plug-in hybrid version of the BMW X5. It’s called xDrive 40e and is initially available in Norway from 16th October. But already now, the interest is very high.
– We have never experienced more advance orders in some of our largest and most exclusive models for new BMW X5 xDrive 40e, said Christian Gottschalk, marketing and communications manager of BMW Group Norway.
A four-cylinder engine works with an electric motor in the plug-in hybrid version of the BMW X5.
Price Sensation
This vehicle type comes relatively favorable throughout the Norwegian tax system. X5 is no exception. In May, the price of the new model unveiled; from $ 809.900 million. A few weeks later, BMW launched an additional model version with lower engine power, and starting price of “only” 766,000 kroner.
– We checked immediately great response after prices were launched. The combination of new technology and a favorable price level makes many more both considering and actually purchased X5 xDrive 40e quite a while before it can test run, says Gottschalk, in a press release.
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90 percent men
– Our goal for 2016 is to sell 500 copies of the BMW X5 xDrive40e. With the great advance interest, we hope of course to go over this too, says Christian Gottschalk.
A survey from 2014 conducted by Sentio on behalf of Nationen, show that one in three Norwegians wants a PHV next time they are going to buy a car.
Figures from BMW Norway show that new BMW X5 xDrive40e attracts new buyers. The average age of those who have pre-ordered car is 48 years, it is significantly lower than for BMW in general.
As much as 90 percent of the customers are men and over half of them have chosen black color of the car. Occupational groups that recur are doctors, lawyers and managers.
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313 hp
BMW X5 xDrive40e comes with all-wheel drive system xDrive in combination with a plug-in hybrid system called eDrive . The result should give sporting properties and luxury, combined with energy efficiency and very low emissions and fuel consumption.
The powertrain consists of a four-cylinder petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology and a synchronous electric motor that together provide 313 horsepower. Fuel consumption is barely low as 0,33l / mil with a CO2 emission of 77 grams / km. The car manages 0 to 100 km / h in just 6.8 seconds. Low-power version has the same fuel consumption and emissions, 279 horsepower and does 0 to 100 km / h in 7.5 seconds.
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31 km at Power
With Auto eDrive button in the center console, you can choose whether to run in AUTO, MAX eDrive or saving mode. With Auto eDrive controlled powertrain seamlessly between electric power alone and gasoline engine. With MAX eDrive driving BMW X5 xDrive40e solely on electric power, resulting in zero emissions. Reach only electricity is provided to 31 km.
To save space, the battery is located under the luggage compartment floor, this can accommodate from 500 to 1720 liters.
BMW Remote app allows controlling battery charge status, find public charging stations and check mileage history via a smartphone. Heating and ventilation functions can also be controlled remotely via the app.
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Rechargeable hybrid means you can run on just electricity over shorter distances, so treading gasoline engine when the batteries are empty.
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