2000 BMW X5 Le Mans
V12 Concept
The X5
Le Mans is propelled by the V12 engine carried over from the Le Mans winning
car, with unparalleled performance at a corresponding level. The idea behind the
X5 Le Mans experimental vehicle originates primarily from a technical ambition:
BMW's engineers wanted to explore and demonstrate the X5's real absolute limits
in practice. As a positive side effect, their efforts produced a compelling
showpiece whose powerful looks reflect its impressive inner values.
The most striking change to the exterior is the bonnet scoop for the air from
the radiator. Further exterior modifications were made to the front and rear
bumper covers, the wing skirts and sill covers, the exterior mirrors and wheels.
The chassis with 20-inch wheels was lowered by 30 millimetres (1.18 inches).
Depending on the type of duty this car is applied to, 315/35 or 275/40 tyres are
mounted on its front wheels, while its rear wheels are generally fitted with
315/35 tyres. Axle load distribution is almost ideal, at 51:49% front/rear.
Exterior dimensions are basically the same as on the standard X5. The interior,
on the other hand, looks quite different, with a definite high-tech touch. The
more comfortable standard seats were replaced by four bucket seats with a
particular emphasis on sportiness, and aluminium stands out as a predominating
element throughout
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