22 units have already been spoken for 
 

Ahead of its arrival in the Malaysian market, BMW Malaysia premieres the First-Ever BMW XM, the first BMW M GmbH high-performance SAV with electrified drive.

Priced at RM1,398,800 on the road without insurance, the First-Ever BMW XM features the seamless BMW M Hybrid drive system, coupled with model-specific M suspension technology to create an unmatched, dynamic driving experience. 

Series production for the First-Ever BMW XM had started last December 2022 at the US BMW Group Spartanburg plant.

As standard, the XM will feature the M Aerodynamics Package and M High-Gloss Shadow Line, with Extended Contents available for the Shadow Line profile. Other than that, Adaptive LED headlights with High-beam Assistant are also included as standard.

From the front, the XM features a large kidney grille with hallmark M horizontal double louvres, furnished with illuminated kidney grille contours. 

Above it, sits two power domes as elements of the expressively sculpted bonnet. Flanking the grilles are slender, extremely defined headlights, which are split into two separate modules each for daytime running lights and low/high beam.

As standard, the XM will feature the M Aerodynamics Package and M High-Gloss Shadow Line, with Extended Contents available for the Shadow Line profile. Other than that, Adaptive LED headlights with High-beam Assistant are also included as standard.

From the front, the XM features a large kidney grille with hallmark M horizontal double louvres, furnished with illuminated kidney grille contours. 

Above it, sits two power domes as elements of the expressively sculpted bonnet. Flanking the grilles are slender, extremely defined headlights, which are split into two separate modules each for daytime running lights and low/high beam.

Moving onto the sides, the BMW XM’s silhouette is characterised by a sloping roofline, which lends it a particularly muscular and commanding appearance. 

Enhancing the side profile is a night gold-coloured trim strip running parallel to the window line. 23-inch M Light-Alloy Wheels Star Spoke Style 923 M Bicolour Night Gold Accent (23-inch M Light-Alloy Wheels Star Spoke Style 923 M Bicolour Black Accent for Shadow Line profile) denote its bold and sporty character, while the charger cap signifies its status as a plug-in hybrid SAV.

As with every BMW M model, the XM features two twin tailpipes. However, distinguishing the electrified BMW M SAV is that for the first time, the hexagonal tailpipes have been arranged vertically. 

As for dimensions, the First-Ever BMW XM measures 5,110 mm in length, 2,005 mm (2,235 if inclusive of side mirrors) in width and 1,755 mm in height, while its wheelbase measures 3,105 mm. Luggage capacity for the SAV is measured at 527 litres, which is expandable to 1,820 litres.

Besides the interior trim finishers in carbon fibre, the cabin of the SAV is defined by the BMW Curved Display, consisting of an Information Display and a high-resolution touchscreen Control Display. 

Visually denoting the M status of the SAV are the M Leather Steering Wheel, M Seat Belts and M Multifunctional Seats. 

Besides that, new vintage leather has been utilised on the door panels, as well as the upper sections of the instrument panel. 
 

For greater comfort, active seat ventilation and 4-zone automatic air conditioning control are included. Massage function is also available for the driver and front passenger. 

On the other hand, ambient light and BMW Iconic Sounds Electric further enhance the atmosphere within the cabin, while in-car entertainment is provided by the Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System.

Powering the XM is the combination of an internal combustion engine – itself delivering 489 hp and a maximum torque of 650 Nm – with an electric motor adds an extra edge to its hallmark M performance while simultaneously increasing efficiency. 

Total powertrain output of the XM is rated at 653 hp and 800 Nm of torque, delivered via an eight-speed Steptronic Sport automatic transmission. 

Century sprint takes just 4.3 seconds. With the inclusion of Launch Control, maximum accelerated is ensured from a standstill. For the First-Ever BMW XM, top speed is capped at 250 km/h (270 km/h with the M Driver’s package, which is included as standard), while electric top speed is capped at 140 km/h.

At its unveiling, the XM comes exclusively with the M Hybrid technology, based on an all-new 4.4-litre M TwinPower Turbo V8. 

Also part of the package is the flap-controlled sports exhaust system and the intelligent M xDrive all-wheel drive system as standard.

In addition to the basic 4WD setting, drivers can select the 4WD Sport mode, which is biased to the rear and makes for superb agility.