The new BMW X5 xDrive45e iPerformance will hit the United States in 2020 or 2021. 
Performance technology includes a plug-in hybrid drive system and in-line six-cylinder petrol engine.
BMW calls it a “Sports Activity Vehicle” or “SAV” for short. 

Here it is, the new BMW X5 xDrive45e iPerformance. That’s a real mouthful, ain’t it" Let’s face it, that’s not really a name, that’s a spilled bowl of alphabet soup. So what is it, exactly"
What is the new BMW X5 xDrive45e iPerformance"
Right now, we only have information as it pertains to European models, but it’s a new SUV with lots and lots and lots of technology. Actually, it’s an SAV, Sports Activity Vehicle, but that’s getting so far down the marketing-speak road. That’s one road I don’t desire to travel any further. What is worth exploring is all the technology the Bavarians packed into this guy, however. Good thing it’s a truck, cause there’s a lot along for the ride.
BMW X5 xDrive45e iPerformance. Photo: BMW of North America.
Range & Economy
For starters, this latest X5 is not just a hybrid, it’s a plug-in hybrid. That plug-in hybrid drive system mixes an in-line six cylinder gas engine (a long-standing strong suit of BMW) with the latest in BMW’s eDrive technology. Total system output is up to 394 horsepower (290 kW for you metric types), a notable bump from previous models. If you’re ru...