The BMW X5 has been a benchmark among luxury SUVs for years, offering a compelling blend of performance, practicality, and prestige. With the arrival of the 2024 X5 xDrive50e plug-in hybrid, BMW has raised the bar even higher, creating what may be the quintessential Bavarian plug-in.

Powering this electrified X5 is a potent combo - a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six pairs with an integrated electric motor for a stout 483 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. That's a gain of 94 hp and 73 lb-ft over the outgoing xDrive45e. The result is a 0-60 mph sprint of just 4.6 seconds, making this 5,573-pound SUV deceptively quick.

The X5 xDrive50e benefits from a larger 25.7 kWh battery pack, enough for an estimated 40 miles of electric driving range according to BMW. An improvement of 10 miles over its predecessor. We couldn't put an exact number on the range in our testing, but it felt in the ballpark of BMW's claims based on our brief EV-only driving.

Where the X5 plug-in really shines is in its seamless transition between gas and electric propulsion. The switch between the two power sources is virtually imperceptible. In EV mode, the cabin is blissfully quiet and serene. When the turbo-six fires up, it emits a refined growl that reminds you this is still a BMW at its core.

The driving dynamics are everything you'd expect from a BMW X5. The ride quality is sublime, soaking up road imperfections with ease thanks to the standard air suspension. Steering is precise and direct, with good overall body control for a crossover of this size. The experience is more luxury cruiser than backroad, but the X5 can certainly carry its weight when pressed into duty.

Visually, the X5 xDrive50e gets the typical mid-cycle refresh with revised styling front and rear. The updates are subtle yet effective in keeping the X5's looks fresh. Inside is BMW's latest curved display with the automaker's iDrive 8.5 infotainment system. It's slick and modernizes the cabin, but we lament the loss of traditional buttons and knobs.

At an estimated $72,500 to start, the 2024 X5 xDrive50e isn't cheap. But it does offer the best of all worlds - strong performance from its electrified powertrain, generous electric range for daily commuting, a luxurious and high-tech interior, and all the space and capability you'd expect from a midsize luxury SUV.

If you want to go green without compromise, the X5 xDrive50e could be the perfect plug-in companion. It retains everything we love about the standard X5 while adding an eco-friendly dimension. For many buyers, this ultimate hybrid driving machine could be the only X5 they'll ever need.

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