The 2014 BMW X5 sticks to the formula the brand established when it launched its first SUV in 2000, and subtly evolves styling from the last generation. The midsize luxury SUV features a few notable changes, but are they an improvement over the outgoing model?
The X5 retains the old model’s shape, and at first glance, it appears not much has changed. The profile features a similar sloping rear liftgate and signature rear quarter window Hofmeister kink. The most striking feature you’ll notice from the side view is the new Air Breather vent on the front fender, which channels airflow through the wheel wells. Dimensions have grown somewhat, but the short front and rear overhangs are retained from the last generation.
The front end gets a major makeover, with headlights that now connect to the large dual kidney grilles as they do on the current 3 Series. The LED accent rings on the dual round headlamps are now squared off at the bottom, with an LED accent strip across the top. The Air Curtain intake that first appeared on the 4 Series coupe concept graces the front valance of the new X5, designed to guide air around the wheel arches to reduce drag.
The rear of the X5 is brought up to date with the rest of BMW’s lineup. The taillights are L-shaped like the last X5, but are made wider with slim, three-dimensional LED strips within the housings. Two black trim pieces called Aero Blades connect the roof spoiler to the liftgate to help with aerodynamics. The rear bumper appears more rounded, as does the rear glasshouse.
The biggest change inside the cabin is the updated central display, which now rises out of the center stack as opposed to being recessed on the previous model. The optional rear entertainment screens are similarly free-floating, now looking like tablet computer tacked onto the backs of the front seats. The lines in the door panel appear more contoured, with leather now lining the tops.
Last week, we asked you about the 2014 Jeep Cherokee’s design. Not surprisingly, the crossover’s polarizing styling had readers split almost down the middle on its looks. User jensenNadali was impressed by the Cherokee’s lines, saying, “I really like the new Cherokee, it looks so futuristic and striking. And the interior looks MUCH nicer than the last-generation Liberty.” ToCool4School disagreed, saying, “Those headlights are horrible. Did they want the front end to look like a deep ocean fish?”
The X5 retains the old model’s shape, and at first glance, it appears not much has changed. The profile features a similar sloping rear liftgate and signature rear quarter window Hofmeister kink. The most striking feature you’ll notice from the side view is the new Air Breather vent on the front fender, which channels airflow through the wheel wells. Dimensions have grown somewhat, but the short front and rear overhangs are retained from the last generation.The front end gets a major makeover, with headlights that now connect to the large dual kidney grilles as they do on the current 3 Series. The LED accent rings on the dual round headlamps are now squared off at the bottom, with an LED accent strip across the top. The Air Curtain intake that first appeared on the 4 Series coupe concept graces the front valance of the new X5, designed to guide air around the wheel arches to reduce drag.The rear of the X5 is brought up to date with the rest of BMW’s lineup. The taillights are L-shaped like the last X5, but are made wider with slim, three-dimensional LED strips within the housings. Two black trim pieces called Aero Blades connect the roof spoiler to the liftgate to help with aerodynamics. The rear bumper appears more rounded, as does the rear glasshouse.
The biggest change inside the cabin is the updated central display, which now rises out of the center stack as opposed to being recessed on the previous model. The optional rear entertainment screens are similarly free-floating, now looking like tablet computer tacked onto the backs of the front seats. The lines in the door panel appear more contoured, with leather now lining the tops.Last week, we asked you about the 2014 Jeep Cherokee’s design. Not surprisingly, the crossover’s polarizing styling had readers split almost down the middle on its looks. User jensenNadali was impressed by the Cherokee’s lines, saying, “I really like the new Cherokee, it looks so futuristic and striking. And the interior looks MUCH nicer than the last-generation Liberty.” ToCool4School disagreed, saying, “Those headlights are horrible. Did they want the front end to look like a deep ocean fish?”
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