MOHAMED Yousuf Naghi Motors (MYNM), the official BMW Group importer in Saudi Arabia, has welcomed the all-new BMW X5 - “pioneer of the sports activity vehicle (SAV) segment and global market leader in its class.”
Established in 1999, the first generation BMW X5 was the first vehicle of its kind to combine superior dynamics on-road with impressive off-road characteristics thanks to BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system.
Since its inception, the BMW X5 has been the “absolute market leader in the SAV segment” and one of BMW's best-selling model series accounting for almost a third of all BMW models sold globally.
This third generation BMW X5 will once again set new standards with its evolutionary design features, spacious interior and increased driving comfort. In addition, for the first time, the X5 will be available with a choice of new suspension packages. These include the adaptive suspension comfort and dynamic, professional and adaptive M suspension, all providing a further enhanced ride comfort.
The design of the new BMW X5 combines the X hallmark characteristics with the power, presence and the sportiness of classic BMW models.
An even more expressive front-end look with twin circular headlights extending into the new broad-set kidney grille; an elegantly stretched silhouette, new distinctive rear and a new sparkling brown color option.
Due to the model’s 3.2 cm extended wheelbase, the cockpit now plays host to a newly raised seating position and striking horizontal lines, which extend into the door trim and noticeably enhance the interior. When it comes to storage, the boot can now hold 650-1,870 liters, a noticeable increase on its predecessor’s capacity.
In addition, the BMW iDrive controller features a new touch sensitive controller for intuitive and convenient operations of the iDrive system. Instead of having to scroll for letter input, users can now write letters on the surface of the iDrive controller. Customers keen to make the configuration of the exterior and interior a little more personalized, can for the first time, order the new BMW X5 with Pure Experience and Pure Excellence design packages, in addition to the M Sport package.
BMW Twin Power Turbo technology and additional BMW EfficientDynamics features ensure that the new BMW X5 is faster and more efficient than ever. Under the bonnet sits a newly enhanced engine variant, the BMW X5 xDrive50i with a new generation of the V8 petrol engine (330 kW/450 hp), 10 percent more power than the predecessor X5 model.
The driving experience control switch is fitted as standard with comfort, dynamic and professional adaptive suspension packages and adaptive M suspension, which can be specified to enhance the car’s sporty handling properties and ride comfort.
Joining the BMW X5 xDrive50i in February 2014 will be the BMW X5 xDrive35i engine (225 kW/306 hp).
BMW Group’s commitment to reducing fuel consumption and emissions is as visible as ever as this model boasts weight minimization features, optimized air guidance, enhanced engine technology and the standard-fitted - and extremely efficient - eight-speed automatic gearbox with additional BMW EfficientDynamics technology; auto start stop function, ECO PRO mode including coasting function and proactive driving assistant.
Stavros Paraskevaide, MD, MYNM (BMW Group), said: “The BMW X5 has been the pinnacle in the sports activity segment for more than a decade. Since its launch it has grown from strength and continues to raise the bar in its segment.”
The BMW X5 is claimed to be BMW Group’s best-selling SAV and has over the years continued to set new standards in the automotive industry in terms of its unusually sporty characteristics and innovative on-road technology. The third generation will once again establish a new benchmark in its class and ensure that this X model family member stays in pole position.
All-new BMW X5 debuts with increased driving comfort
All-new BMW X5 debuts with increased driving comfort
Adelaide Writers’ Week cancelled after backlash over disinviting Palestinian author
- Writers withdrew after AWW dropped Randa Abdel-Fattah
- Abdel-Fattah slams board’s apology, ‘adds insult to injury’
DUBAI: The Adelaide Writers’ Week 2026, a milestone event in the Australian literary calendar, has been cancelled after more than 180 authors and speakers dropped out in protest at the decision to disinvite the Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah.
The Adelaide festival board announced that the event, which was scheduled to begin on Feb. 28, would no longer go ahead.
According to The Guardian on Tuesday, all the members of the board have resigned, with the exception of the Adelaide city council representative, whose term expires in February.
The decision to cancel the AWW entirely came five days after the board announced it had dropped Abdel-Fattah, citing “cultural sensitivities” after an attack at Bondi Beach, that resulted in the death of several people, including Jews.
On Tuesday, the board apologized to Abdel-Fattah “for how the decision was represented.”
“(We) reiterate this is not about identity or dissent but rather a continuing rapid shift in the national discourse around the breadth of freedom of expression in our nation following Australia’s worst terror attack in history,” it added.
“As a board we took this action out of respect for a community experiencing the pain from a devastating event. Instead, this decision has created more division and for that we express our sincere apologies,” the board stated.
In a statement, Abdel-Fattah said she rejected the board’s apology, accusing it of being “disingenuous” and saying it “adds insult to injury.”
She added: “The board again reiterates the link to a terror attack I had nothing to do with, nor did any Palestinian.
“The Bondi shooting does not mean I or anyone else has to stop advocating for an end to the illegal occupation and systematic extermination of my people — this is an obscene and absurd demand.”
Several people were killed in last month’s shooting on Bondi Beach, where a Jewish Hanukkah celebration was also taking place.
Sajid Akram and his son Naveed have been accused of opening fire at the famed surf beach, killing 15 people in a shooting spree reportedly inspired by the Daesh group.
