The M50i is the middle child of the BMW X5 range. Below it are the xDrive40i and xDrive50i, and above it you’ll find the higher-performance X5 M and X5 M Competition. Does that make this M-tuned, V8-powered X5 the sweet spot of the range? Yes and no.

As a whole, the new X5 is a big improvement over its predecessor. It’s longer, wider and taller than its forebear, meaning there’s a lot more space inside. The kidney grille isn’t obnoxiously big like it is on some of BMW’s other products, and overall, the X5 looks muscular and rugged.

The M50i adds larger front air intakes for better cooling, different rocker panels, new bumpers and a rear spoiler. The standard wheels are 20 inches, but you can opt for 21s or even the 22s seen here, wrapped in staggered 275/35 front and 315/30 rear tires.
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