2023 BMW XM review
The BMW XM is out to divide opinion – and on that front, it's an overachiever. It's not quite as successful on other fronts.
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Scott Collie
2022 BMW XM vs 2024 Mazda MX-5 Comparison
BMW XM
Mazda MX-5
2022 BMW
XM
vs
2024 Mazda
MX-5
How they stack...
CarExpert Rating
Based on the BMW XM M xDRIVE PHEV
Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Best suitable for...
Fun
City drivingFuel Efficiency
69L
186 km
45L
311 to 410 km
Warranty
3 year
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Interior is beautifully presented
- PHEV powertrain packs a punch
- You don't have to pay more for options
Misses
- Rough and ready ride
- PHEV powertrain has a learning curve
- It certainly looks... provocative
Josh Nevett
Deputy Marketplace Editor
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Fun to drive anywhere, anytime
- RF brings coupe looks, flexibility
- Compliant ride
Misses
- Tan interior exclusive for auto
- Limited passenger legroom
- Steering lacks feedback
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ | GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 4395 | 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.4L | 2.0L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 480kW | 135kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4500 | 7000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 800Nm | 205Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1600 | 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.5 | 13 | |
