The New BMW X5 May Not Have A Cut up Tailgate After All

Because the very starting, the BMW X5 has featured a cut up tailgate. The E53 made loading and unloading heavier gadgets simpler, however the design introduced different benefits as nicely. When upright, the decrease part acts as a barrier, stopping gadgets from sliding out even when the higher portion is open. Folded outward, it doubles as a bench, making it excellent for a tailgate get together.

A cut up tailgate additionally helps shield the rear bumper’s paint from scratches whereas maneuvering cargo. Moreover, it proves helpful in tight areas with restricted vertical clearance. It’s a sensible function that carried over to subsequent generations, in addition to the bigger X7 (G07).

Nonetheless, phrase is the X5 would possibly lose it. The upcoming G65 may drop the cut up design, regardless that prototypes advised in any other case. Spy pictures and BMW’s personal photographs of disguised take a look at automobiles confirmed a black horizontal line hinting at a cut up, however that element may need been a decoy.

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In keeping with a Bimmer Post discussion board member citing a supply at Plant Spartanburg in South Carolina, the next-generation X5 could undertake a one-piece tailgate. That’s not all: we’ve additionally heard related reviews from elsewhere suggesting the identical.

If true, this may be a disappointing transfer for individuals who admire the X5’s added practicality. It will comply with the same determination taken by BMW for the most recent 5 Collection Touring. You’ll be able to’t open the G61’s glass individually from the tailgate, a function we’ve been instructed has been dropped for design reasons.

As for why BMW would possibly eradicate the cut up tailgate, the choice seemingly stems from practicality on the manufacturing facet. Maybe inside analysis exhibits few homeowners really use it, making it onerous to justify the additional complexity, weight, and value. There is also aerodynamic benefits to a single-piece design, particularly with an electrical iX5 on the way in which, the place effectivity is vital.

If the function actually disappears from the X5, one other query follows: will the X7 lose it too? Spy shots thus far counsel it’s going to maintain the cut up tailgate, however as at all times, it’s not official till BMW states that. It will make sense, at the least, for the rumored “Rugged” SUV variant to have it, given its extra adventurous character.