The upcoming BMW X5 (G65) is expected to start production in Spartanburg, South Carolina, toward the end of 2026. Even though it will still be based on CLAR architecture, the electric iX5 will feature the sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology introduced with the Neue Klasse. The same goes for the advanced driver assistance systems, with no less than Level-3 autonomy features expected at the start.
The new 2026 BMW X5 with PHEV technology will be an unbeatable SUV with ZERO label and xDrive traction
The upcoming fifth generation of the BMW X5 introduces a new design direction that aligns with the brand’s Neue Klasse styling, while maintaining the model’s status as a successful SUV with powerful engines and advanced plug-in hybrid technology.