Just after capturing BMW's next Z4 roadster out in the snow, our spy snappers have nabbed the next X5 SUV driving in a winter wonderland. The Audi Q7 rival isn't likely be unveiled until well into next year.
The current, third-generation X5 has only been on sale since 2013, so it's quite early for us to be seeing the next model testing. Details are scarce so far, but it's clear that BMW is adopting an evolutionary approach to the SUV's design.
The front-end is covered up so we can't make out changes to its face, but the side and rear profile look very similar, if marginally less boxy than the current car. Expect practicality and space to increase over today's X5 model though, just like we've seen with its smaller X1 brother.
It's likely the focus under-the-skin of the new X5 will be on making it as light as possible, using carbon-fibre reinforced plastic in the architecture like the next 5-Series. Improving efficiency will be the aim of the game, so expect more reliance on four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines like the Volvo XC90.
We expect to get further details toward the end of this year from BMW, and a major US or European motor show will host the official debut.
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