2023 BMW XM launched in Malaysia – 653 PS, 800 Nm PHEV SUV, 0-100 km/h in 4.3 seconds, from RM 1.31 million

2023 bmw xm launched in Malaysia, with BMW Malaysia finalizing the plug-in hybrid SUV tonight. It’s no surprise that G09 comes here, what happens to the company? announced pre-orders for the car last Octoberand reveal official price for it back in January.

Set to enter the market in June (the car introduced today is a left-wheel drive, actually a preview), the XM will be available in two trim levels, namely the Shadow Line and Night Gold Line, with the only differences between the two being the gold accents/decorations on the upper windows and rear fenders as well as the contrasting wheel finish on the rear apron.

Otherwise, both “variants” are similarly specified and similarly priced RM1,398,800 on the road uninsured, this with a 5-year extended warranty and service plan. Retail price for XM with two-year standard warranty (and no service pack) is RM1,316,450.

Measuring 5,110 mm long, 2,005 mm wide and 1,755 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 3,105 mm, the XM is a big boy and while you may or may not agree with how it looks, don’t There is nothing wrong with its appearance. Impossible would best describe the offering of 2,710 kg, more in metal.

A summary of the specifications of the Malaysian model. As standard, the XM comes equipped with an M Aerodynamic Package and M High-Gloss Shadow Line elements for the exterior, with extended black content available for the Shadow Line configuration.

Inside, the XM gets BMW Individiual Merino leather seats, an M leather steering wheel, M carbon fiber interior trim elements, M seat belts, M front seats and a leather-wrapped BMW Individual dashboard.

Standard equipment includes adaptive LED headlights with high beam assistant, M Professional adaptive suspension, which includes electronically controlled dampers, active roll stabilization and an integrated active steering system ( steering wheel), M Sport differential and M Sport brakes with brake calipers finished in high-gloss black.

Both variants use the same 23-inch Star Spoke Style 923 M Bicolour light-alloy wheels, with black chosen for the Shadow Line configuration. The wheels are wrapped with 275/35 front and 315/30 rear tyres.

Inside, the kit list includes the BMW Curved Monitor, which features a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch central touchscreen, as well as BMW 8 OS. Other standard items including four-zone automatic air conditioning, interior lights, soft door opening and closing system, active ventilation and massage function for the front seats.

There’s also a Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system, smartphone integration (Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), wireless charging, and access to a range of ConnectedDrive services. In terms of trunk space, the XM offers 527 liters of cargo space at the rear, which can be expanded to 1,820 liters when the rear seats are folded down.

The hybrid powertrain consists of a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 S68, paired with an electric motor integrated into the transmission. The petrol engine alone provides 489 PS (483 hp or 360 kW) from 5,400 to 7,200 rpm and 650 Nm of torque from 1,600 to 5,000 rpm.

Meanwhile, the electric motor is rated for 197 PS (194 hp or 145 kW) and 280 Nm of torque. Combined, the system delivers a total of 653 PS (644 hp or 480 kW) and 800 Nm. Power is sent to all four wheels through an eight-speed M Steptronic automatic transmission with Drivelogic and M xDrive all-wheel drive.

Performance metrics include a 0-100 km/h sprint time of 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 270 km/h (equipped with the M Driver Package as standard on MY trims) -spec). Fully electric, the XM offers a WLTP-rated EV range of between 82 and 88 km and can go up to 140 km/h on an electric powertrain.

The electric motor is powered by a floor-mounted lithium-ion battery that operates at 317 V and has an energy capacity of 25.7 kWh (29.5 kWh total). Charging via AC (Type 2 connection) at up to 7.4 kW takes the battery from 0-100% in 4 hours and 15 minutes.

In terms of safety and driver assistance systems, the Driving Assistant Professional package brings driver assistant and lane control, automatic speed limit assist, lane change assist, active cruise control with function Stop&Go, lane departure warning, forward/rear cross-traffic alert, emergency stop assistant and avoidance assistant.

There’s also Park Assist Plus, which has reversing assist, horizontal parking assist, active parking distance control, and a surround view system. Other safety features include attention assistant, pedestrian sound protection, and active guard.

The BMW XM 2023 is available in seven exterior colors, namely Cape York Blue, Carbon Black, Marina Bay Blue, Toronto Red, Mineral White, Sapphire Black and Dravit Gray. For the interior, buyers can choose from four upholstery options: Merino Deep Lagoon Leather in classic leather, Merino Silverstone Leather in classic leather, Merino Black Leather and Merino Sakhir Orange Leather.