BMW has unveiled the updated Concept X5 eDrive, ahead of its debut at the upcoming New York show.

Intelligent hybrid technology

The updated BMW Concept X5 eDrive looks very similar to the original concept shown at the Frankfurt Motor Show last year. Under the bonnet is a twin-turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 180 kW. The engine is mated to a 70 kW electric motor developed and a lithium-ion battery which is housed underneath the luggage compartment.

This setup enables the vehicle to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in less than seven seconds and travel up to 30 km in electric mode at speeds up to 120 km/h. Fuel consumption is rated at 3.8-litres/100 km with CO2 emissions under 90 g/km.

In addition to the settings that can be activated using the characteristic BMW Driving Experience Control switch, three driving modes can be selected according to requirements and the situation at hand: intelligent hybrid drive with an optimal relationship between sportiness and efficiency (AUTO eDrive), pure electric and thus local emission-free driving (MAX eDrive) and SAVE Battery to maintain the current charge level.

Understated styling

On the looks front, the model features the same kidney grille, Silverflake metallic paint finish, and the same BMW i Blue accents throughout. The car has also been equipped with a set of bespoke lightweight alloy 21-inch wheels and new roof rails.

In the cabin, the blue accents continue and are complimented by the exclusive Ivory white leather upholstery, piano black trim, blue accents and “eDrive” embossed headrests. The model also has blue ambient lighting, blue contrast stitching and a transparent cover illuminated in blue and affords a clear view of the high -voltage battery for the electric motor.

The BMW Concept X5 eDrive will be on display at the 2014 New York Auto Show. It remains unclear whether BMW will put the concept into production.

BMW Concept X5 eDrive gallery