The automobile industry is rapidly shifting towards alternative fuels owing to increasing environmental concerns. Amidst all the leading brands, BMW has remained at the forefront of this revolution. Whether it is an advanced electric vehicle or a hydrogen fuel cell car, BMW has successfully experimented with it. The brand released iX5 Hydrogen powered by a hydrogen fuel cell drive system.
Recently, BMW has experimented with the endurance of its hydrogen fuel fleet by driving it in extreme weather conditions. Here are the complete details on how the BMW iX5 Hydrogen goes around the world.
BMW iX5 Hydrogen Undergoes Test Drives
Hydrogen fuel cell cars are not new to the automobile industry, the technology has been present since the 1960s. However, the technology was not used widely due to multiple myths attached to it. One such myth was about the functionality of hydrogen fuel cars in extreme temperatures. To bust this myth, BMW test-drove its iX5 hydrogen fleet in the deserts of the UAE.
Following are the complete details regarding BMW iX5 Hydrogen global real-world testing. Prior to jumping on the testing, first, let’s learn some core features of the BMW iX5 fuel cell system.
BMW iX5 Hydrogen Fuel Cell System
The BMW iX5 is an SUV equipped with an advanced fuel cell system. The cell system features two electric motors and a power battery accompanied by a central vehicle control unit. That said, the fuel cell system is capable of generating a total of 125 kW/170 Horsepower (hp); whereas 295 kW/401 hp is the total output of the drive system.
The hydrogen required to power the vehicle is stored in 700 bar carbon fibre tanks that can hold up to 6 kg of hydrogen. The storage capacity is enough to provide iX5 with a range of 504 km on each fill-up.
Besides, if you are interested in knowing other specs of the car, here is the first look of the BMW iX5 soon after its release.
BMW iX5 Hydrogen Testing in Desert
The BMW iX5 is equipped with all the signature features of the brand. However, iX5 Hydrogen is one of its kind and to ensure its efficiency, BMW experimented with the desert. The brand drove BMW iX5 Hydrogen in the extreme temperature of 45℃ in the middle of the desert.
The vehicle was exposed to dust, grime and other particles to confirm its durability and efficiency for the GCC countries. The experiment was successful and BMW iX5 Hydrogen was capable of meeting all the Key Performance Indicators, reflecting the engineering brilliance behind its manufacturing.
FAQs
How is the BMW iX5 Hydrogen powered?
The BMW iX5 uses hydrogen fuel cells and 5th-generation BMW eDrive technology to power the vehicle.
Where does the BMW iX5 store hydrogen?
The hydrogen used by BMW iX5 is stored in a carbon fibre tank that can hold almost 6 kg of hydrogen.
Will BMW iX5 Hydrogen be suitable for the Middle Eastern climate?
Yes, the BMW iX5 was recently experimented with in the extreme heat of the desert and it performed exceptionally. That said, it is suitable to drive iX5 Hydrogen in Middle Eastern climates.
This was all the details when the BMW iX5 Hydrogen went around the world. The BMW iX5 Hydrogen is a hydrogen fuel cell car providing all the features of an SUV with lower tailpipe emissions. The lower emissions levels make it eco-friendly, reducing the carbon footprint of the vehicle. The iX5 Hydrogen is relatively new to the market and is only available in showrooms. However, if you are looking for a used one, you can opt for a regular X5 model. Browse through these used BMW X5 for sale in the UAE and buy your very own comfortable SUV.
Besides, here are some other used BMW cars for sale in the UAE that you can opt for.
Stay tuned to dubizzle’s auto blog for more information on 2024 BMW iX5 testing worldwide.
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