Since its inception, the BMW Brand has built its reputation on ascending to new heights of automotive luxury and performance. And sometimes those heights are taken in quite a literal sense. Recently, BMW tested its new BMW XM nameplate against one of the most grueling inclines on the continent, the much-vaunted Pikes Peak. And with its impressive performance credentials, we’re happy to report that the new BMW XM reached the summit in record setting time!
Now, as a new BMW dealer serving Salem, OR, we’ve seen plenty of compelling and powerful new BMW SAVs in our lineup, but the new BMW XM is the best by far. In fact, the BMW XM is slated to be the BMW Brand’s most powerful production vehicle, boasting up to 738 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque on demand.
Of course, even with that outstanding power, the Pike Peak ascent is no walk in the park. With over 150 sharp turns over the length of the course, challengers must ascend over 4,700 feet to the summit at speed. Fortunately, with its finely tuned dynamics, xDrive all-wheel drive, and the steady hand of BMW driver Matt Mullins at the helm, the BMW XM made the climb with a time of just 10:48:60, which is a new record for the hybrid electric SAV segment.
The new BMW XM is one of our most dynamic new models, and if you’d like to add one to your garage, we’d love to earn your business here at BMW of Salem. Feel free to reach out to our team if you’d like to arrange a test drive in the new BMW XM here at our Salem, OR dealership today.