BMW Reveals New XM Line-Up with the Most Powerful Engine

Saudi Arabia : The SUV will be officially revealed at the 24 Hours of Le Mans on 14 June 2025.

• The V8 plug-in hybrid is the most powerful 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged engine, producing up to 748 hp. 
• The capability of the onboard charger for the electric motor has been increased from 7.4 kW to 11 kW. 
• The XM now comes with new equipment options to get personalized interiors and exterior design. 

The BMW XM was first introduced in 2023 and has kept improving over the years. By 2026, it will be sold with just one version, which features a hybrid engine. As part of its updates, the XM now offers new colour options with some extra paint styles. Inside, the vehicle has also been upgraded with improved interior designs.

To make it more efficient, BMW has boosted its charging capabilities, allowing the battery to charge faster. These improvements aim to make the car more stylish, practical, and easier to charge.

Powertrain and Boosted Charging Capabilities

The BMW XM Label combines formidable power with a modern drive system. Its M HYBRID setup features a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine that produces up to 585 hp. An electric motor incorporated in the 8-speed M Steptronic gearbox adds another 197 hp. Together, they offer a total of 748 hp, with a combined torque of 1,000 Nm. This makes it the most powerful BMW M production car ever made. 

It can go from 0 to 100 kmph in just 3.8 seconds. Its top speed is limited electronically to 250 kmph, but with the optional M Driver’s Package, that limit is raised to 290 km/h. With its exciting speed and bold design, the BMW XM Label offers exclusive luxury in its class.

The electric motors are powered by a 26 kWh battery pack. Now, the battery can be recharged using an AC fast charger. The onboard charger has been upgraded from 7.4 kW to 11 kW. This change allows for quicker charging times.

Extrovert Design

The BMW XM is the most powerful model BMW has ever made, and it breaks new ground with its bold, eye-catching design. It clearly shows why BMW M is known as “The Ultimate Driving Machine”. This view is expressed by Carl Cox, a famous British musician and DJ known for techno and house music.

In a special project with BMW M, the musician created a musical tribute to the BMW XM. He captured the sounds of the car, like the deep bass of the V8 engine, the welcoming chime, and the noise of the bonnet closing. These sounds were woven into a celebration of music.

New equipment options

The BMW XM Label now provides more options for personalising the exterior and interior. A new feature is the optional BMW Individual Frozen Tanzanite Blue metallic paint, which makes the car stand out and shows its special style. The high-gloss Black finish for the BMW M kidney grille, including the accent line, can also be ordered.

A new Welcome Light Animation elevates the vehicle's appearance after dark, lending it an eye-catching look. In Europe, the standard wheels for the BMW XM Label are now 22-inch light alloy wheels with a Double-spoke style 922 M Bicolour design, fitted with mixed-size tyres. These replace the previous 21-inch wheels.

There is also a new option for wheels — the 23-inch M light alloy wheels in style 1096 M, finished in Black. This gives drivers further choices to style their vehicle to their liking.

The BMW XM Label is now available with various colour combinations, including Night Blue Merino Leather, Vintage Coffee Brown, Black Merino Leather, and Silverstone Merino Leather. Standard high-quality comfort cushions match seat colours and come as standard with BMW Individual Leather Merino.

Launch and Pricing

The BMW XM Label, featuring the BMW M Hybrid V8, will be unveiled at the 24 Hours of Le Mans on 14 June 2025. The prices in Germany will start from €183,400, with the BMW XM 50e costing €133,800.