New for 2019:BMW

Christian Wardlaw | Jan 29, 2019

To say that BMW is busy is a gross understatement. For 2019, two new models debut: the 8 Series coupe and convertible, and the X7 3-row SUV. Redesigns arrive for the 3 Series, X4, X5, and Z4. New battery technology improves the i3 and i8, while new performance versions of the M2, M5, and X2 debut. Additionally, BMW is rolling out new driver assistance, collision avoidance, instrumentation, infotainment, and personal assistant technologies to it latest models.

Detailed changes for each BMW car and SUV are shown on the pages that follow, the vehicles listed in alphabetical order.

2019 BMW 2 Series

New M2 Competition performance model debuts as standard specification
New twin-turbocharged inline 6-cylinder engine derived from M3/M4 powerplant
Engine makes 405 hp and 406 lb.-ft. of torque
6-speed manual or 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission (DCT)
Accelerates to 60 mph in four seconds with DCT, according to BMW
M Driver’s Package raises top speed from 155 mph to 174 mph
New oil supply, engine cooling, exhaust, and adjustable drivetrain systems
Reworked steering, suspension, braking, and stability control systems
Carbon fiber reinforced plastic strut brace from M3 and M4
New forged 19-inch aluminum wheels
New M Sport front seats with black leather and blue or orange accents
Standard Active Driving Assistant and Park Distance Control systems
New exterior colors: Mineral Gray and Sunset Orange

2019 BMW 3 Series

3 Series sedan is redesigned for 2019
Reduced weight, improved aerodynamics, enhanced driving dynamics
Launch model is 330i with and without xDrive
Turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine making 255 hp
Manual gearbox cancelled; standard 8-speed automatic
xDrive all-wheel-drive is available
Luxury Line, Sport Line, and M Sport Line trim packages
Upgraded driver assistance, collision avoidance, and infotainment systems
More powerful M340i variant is coming for 2020 model year
Plug-in hybrid 330e version is coming for 2020 model year
Gran Turismo, Sport Wagon, and M3 cancelled or on hiatus

2019 BMW 4 Series

Recently refreshed and due to move to the new BMW 3 Series platform, the 4 Series coupe, convertible and 5-door hatchback continue for 2019 without significant announced modifications

2019 BMW 5 Series

New M5 Competition performance model debuts
Most powerful M5 in history with 617 hp and a wider band of peak torque
Acceleration to 60 mph takes 3.1 seconds
Unique styling and interior details
Specific light aluminum wheels, M Sport exhaust, engine mounts, transmission oil cooler, and chassis tuning

2019 BMW 6 Series

Lineup chopped to Gran Coupe and Gran Turismo body styles
Gran Coupe is a 4-door with a rakish roofline and small greenhouse
Gran Turismo is a 5-door hatchback with plenty of interior room and a taller ride height
Gran Coupe offered in 640i or 650i model series with or without xDrive all-wheel drive, and in M6 or Alpina B6 performance model variants
Gran Turismo available as a 640i xDrive in Sport Line, Luxury Line, or M Sport trim

2019 BMW 7 Series

With a substantially refreshed 7 Series coming for the 2020 model year, the 2019 edition continues without significant announced changes

2019 BMW 8 Series

New flagship luxury performance coupe and convertible
Launch model is the M850i xDrive
Twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine making 523 hp
Standard 8-speed sport automatic transmission and xDrive all-wheel drive
Standard premium leather upholstery, with available ventilation
Long list of driver assistance and collision avoidance systems
Standard Live Cockpit Professional instrumentation and iDrive 7.0
Optional Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound audio system
Convertible’s fabric roof can be lowered or raised in 15 seconds at speeds up to 30 mph

2019 BMW i3

Updated battery technology extends electric driving range to 153 miles
With the optional range-extender engine, i3 travels up to 200 miles before needing electricity or gasoline
Standard iDrive 6.0 infotainment system
New options include Wi-Fi, wireless device charging, full LED headlights with cornering lights and automatic high-beam headlights
Interior color changes: Mega World Carum Spice Gray SensaTec leatherette, and Tera World Dark Truffle premium leather
New paint color: Jucaro Beige with Frozen Gray accents

2019 BMW i8

Updated BMW i8 adds a new roadster variant to plug-in hybrid sports car lineup
The i8 Roadster’s top opens in under 16 seconds at speeds up to 31 mph
More powerful battery allows drivetrain to make 369 hp, offers greater electric-only driving range at 18 miles
Improved charging cable includes a temperature sensor
Infotainment system adopts iDrive 6.0 technology with 8.8-inch touchscreen display
Interior available with carbon fiber trim, new Tera World Copper color scheme
New exterior paint colors include E-Copper and Donington Gray

2019 BMW X1

BMW announces no significant changes to its popular entry-level crossover SUV for 2019

2019 BMW X2

X2 xDrive35i variant debuts, supplying greater performance
Turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine making 302 hp and 332 lb.-ft. of torque
8-speed sport automatic with Launch Control
Standard M Sport and M Performance components and tuning
Accelerates to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds, according to BMW
Exterior styling, seats are unique to this performance-oriented X2

2019 BMW X3

One year after a complete redesign, BMW announces no significant changes to the X3
A performance-tuned X3 M is coming soon, likely for 2020

2019 BMW X4

Redesigned for 2019, remains a fastback version of BMW X3
Longer, wider, but lower and featuring a lower center of gravity
Launch vehicles are the xDrive30i and M40i model series
An X4 M version is coming soon, likely for 2020
Standard xLine or available M Performance trim for xDrive30i
Standard M Performance trim for M40i, with BMW Individual options available
Turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine makes 248 hp in xDrive30i
Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine makes 355 hp in M40i
Standard 8-speed automatic transmission and xDrive all-wheel drive
M40i versions get a full performance massage with lots of M-specific hardware
Numerous driving assistance and collision avoidance systems
Standard iDrive 6.0 with natural voice recognition and gesture control systems
More rear seat room, and BMW says three people will fit
Cargo space measures 18.5 cu.-ft. behind the rear seat
Maximum cargo capacity is 50.5 cu.-ft.
Ground clearance measures 8 inches

2019 BMW X5

Redesigned midsize luxury SUV
Longer, wider, and taller with more passenger and cargo space
Launch models include X5 xDrive40i and X5 xDrive 50i
Standard, xLine and M Sport trim packages
Available BMW Individual premium materials and colors
Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine makes 335 hp in xDrive40i
Twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine makes 456 hp in xDrive50i
Improved 8-speed automatic, next-generation xDrive all-wheel-drive system
New Off-Road Package with air suspension and locking rear differential
Optional third-row seat expands passenger capacity from five to seven
Standard BMW Live Cockpit Professional instrumentation and iDrive 7.0 infotainment system
Available Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound audio system and rear-seat entertainment system
Numerous standard and available driver assistance and collision avoidance systems
Debuts BMW’s new Emergency Stop Assistant technology
Offers 33.9 cu.-ft. of cargo space behind the second-row seat
Maximum cargo volume measures 72.3 cu.-ft.
X5 can tow just over 7,200 lbs. when properly equipped
Performance-tuned X5 M goes on hiatus

2019 BMW X6

As BMW prepares to replace the X6, it continues without announced changes in what is likely to be its final model year in current format

2019 BMW X7

New flagship SUV with three rows of seats
Launches in xDrive40i and xDrive50i model series
Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine makes 335 hp in xDrive40i
Twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine makes 456 hp in xDrive50i
Standard 8-speed automatic and all-wheel-drive
Offers 8.7 inches of ground clearance, maximum tow rating of 7,500 lbs.
Supplies 48.6 cu.-ft. of cargo space behind second-row seat
Maximum cargo capacity measures 90.4 cu.-ft.
Numerous standard driver assistance and collision avoidance systems
Available Level 2 semi-autonomous driving aids
Standard Live Cockpit Professional instrumentation and iDrive 7.0 infotainment system
Available Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system, rear entertainment system

2019 BMW Z4

Redesigned 2-seat roadster with soft convertible top
Launch model is the sDrive30i, with a more powerful M40i coming for 2020
Longer, wider, and taller than outgoing Z4, with improved trunk space
Retains perfect 50:50 weight distribution
sDrive30i equipped with 255-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine
Standard 8-speed automatic transmission
Available M Sport performance upgrades for sDrive30i
Numerous standard and available driver assist and collision avoidance systems
Live Cockpit Professional instrumentation and iDrive 7.0 infotainment system

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