Electrical systems: Introduction

For the new BMW X5 (E70) the following objectives have been set by Marketing and Design:

Clear positioning in the MCL+ vehicle class (size, price)
Development of the BMW interpretation of a SAV, based on driving dynamics, handling, agility, design and passion
Installation of additional 3rd seating row without compromising other vehicle characteristics (weight, exterior, proportion)
Increase of the variability and practicality compared with E53 so that multiple uses can be supported
Extension of the accessory equipment program to meet the increased customer expectations in the MCL+ (e.g. Active Steering, adaptive drive, tailgate lift, reversing camera)

The X6 (E71) besides being the sportiest BMW X model, also opens up a completely new vehicle segment: the Sport Activity Coupe segment.

The X6 features the following innovations:

Conceptual innovation of the world's first Sports Activity Coupe
Sportiest development of a BMW X model with special emphasis on the active driving potential
Lavish body styling
Worldwide first vehicle with Dynamic Performance Control (marketing designation) for unique forward driving stability
Generous ground clearance and capacious wheel housings

This BMW Service Technical bulletin gives an overview of the electrical systems in the new BMW X5. The electrical systems are arranged as follows:

The overviews of the electrical systems can be accessed from this main document by clicking the hotspots.