[jad03060]

Level 2 EVSEs in the USA have a tethered J1772 plug on them that all you have to do it just plug into the vehicle's port. If it requires you to pay, you may need their app or whatever is required to enable it, but other than that, it's just plug it in, and it works...no power adapter is required. Now, if you happen to find a Tesla destination charger, their plug is different, so if you wanted to use that, you'd have to buy a Tesla to J1772 adapter plug...you'd plug that into theirs, wait for it to self-configure, then plug it into your vehicle. You CANNOT use a Tesla Supercharger with the X5...it does NOT support DC fast charging, which their Supercharger network is, even though the plug is the same...DO NOT try to use an adapter to plug it into your X5!

If you are going to buy a new, higher capacity EVSE, you can buy them either as a plug-in device, or one with just a pigtail that you'd have to hardwire into the power source. This isn't something you'd do with a public charger. In your home, depending on the size of the power circuit you wire, you'd choose the proper socket, then, if you want a plug-in EVSE, choose one with the same as the power source you had wired...here, as I said, I prefer to hard-wire the EVSE into power versus a plug, but your needs may differ. A hard-wired version might be less expensive to buy as well versus one with a factory plug on it.

[SwissBeemer]

Originally Posted by Bhuvi

So I assume we need to buy the NEMA 14-50 A adapter if we want fast level 2 charging capability? Why would they not throw this as standard? I wonder if that's the case for all electric vehicles only. Turtleboy do you know?

Just FYI they come as standard with the 50e in Germany. But then Europe is also running 230V as standard so 16A breakers would already get you 3.7kW.

[PLF69]

Can you tell me if your cluster goes to 60 or only 40 like the 45e when in electric mode ?

I noticed my X3 30e would be at 40 in hybrid and 60 in electric and our new X5 45e only 30-40. I guess maybe because the X5 is 1300lbs heavier ?

[AtaK]

Originally Posted by rainMaker5000

I noticed Regen braking in full effect when driving in Hybrid Eco Pro - I did not see a dedicated "B" on the shifter like in the iXs

Thanks for the info. Is there coasting in electric or hybrid mode, or it decelerates if you release the gas pedal? (It is so crucial to me that I will decide upon this whether ordering the 50e or change to another brand - as other competitors have it - nevertheless I like my 45e otherwise. I also have mineral white paint and the same colour leather interior you have

[Freezy94027]

Originally Posted by jad03060

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The included EVSE in the USA is a 120vac/10A device, so that plug is kind of useless. IT's designed to plug into the standard 15A household socket and won't overload it.

The OP's picture of their EVSE shows it to be capable of both L1 and L2, with support up to 9.6kW (240V@40A). It seems that BMW is providing a capable EVSE. If BMW are only providing a 120V plug adapter, then OP only needs to obtain an appropriate plug adapter for their situation to take advantage of significantly higher speeds.

[rainMaker5000]

Originally Posted by PLF69

Can you tell me if your cluster goes to 60 or only 40 like the 45e when in electric mode ?

I noticed my X3 30e would be at 40 in hybrid and 60 in electric and our new X5 45e only 30-40. I guess maybe because the X5 is 1300lbs heavier ?

It goes to 85 in all electric (See attached 0-60 in Electric model video for 50e):

[rainMaker5000]

Originally Posted by Freezy94027

The OP's picture of their EVSE shows it to be capable of both L1 and L2, with support up to 9.6kW (240V@40A). It seems that BMW is providing a capable EVSE. If BMW are only providing a 120V plug adapter, then OP only needs to obtain an appropriate plug adapter for their situation to take advantage of significantly higher speeds.

You are correct Freezy94027 - They sell a Level 2 connector for the same Charger separately for $213

https://www.shopbmwusa.com/product/1...E-FAST-CHARGER

Excellent value for those who have Level 2 240V outlet already, and goes all the way to 40Amps (very competitive compared to 48Amps charger that Tesla sells for almost ~$700).

[rainMaker5000]

Originally Posted by rabbit1986

Could you do an acceleration video on electric only. Respecting the break-in of the engine ��

10 seconds flat to get to 60, but very quick to 30 (seems to really slow down after that).

[PLF69]

Originally Posted by rainMaker5000

It goes to 85 in all electric (See attached 0-60 in Electric model video for 50e): https://youtu.be/VL4IocqyRpU

I was talking about this meter but it may be totally different on id8 I have hard time seeing in the video.

[spreddybmw]

Originally Posted by rainMaker5000

10 seconds flat to get to 60, but very quick to 30 (seems to really slow down after that).

How to do they claim 0 - 60 in 4.6 Sec then ?

[spreddybmw]

Originally Posted by rainMaker5000

You are correct Freezy94027 - They sell a Level 2 connector for the same Charger separately for $213

https://www.shopbmwusa.com/product/1...E-FAST-CHARGER

Excellent value for those who have Level 2 240V outlet already, and goes all the way to 40Amps (very competitive compared to 48Amps charger that Tesla sells for almost ~$700).

SEE BELOW FEEDBACK I GOT

Sorry, this product isn't compatible with your BMW.

2024 X5 xDr50e

[DonKeedic]

Did they really drop any metal trim options for the interior? So weak.

[SwissBeemer]

Originally Posted by spreddybmw

How to do they claim 0 - 60 in 4.6 Sec then ?

Because the video is in EV mode, so only the electric motor without ICE.

[akin67]

Originally Posted by SwissBeemer

Because the video is in EV mode, so only the electric motor without ICE.

Total hp is about 489, I think electric only is about 194 hp. While driving electric only that will be the acceleration unless you push down on accelerator which will activate ICE and the car takes off.

[jkramerXXX7]

Originally Posted by PLF69

I was talking about this meter but it may be totally different on id8 I have hard time seeing in the video.

It goes to 50 on the power indicator.

[PLF69]

Originally Posted by jkramerXXX7

It goes to 50 on the power indicator.

Interesting, thanks for the clarification.

[Bhuvi]

One review after initial driving of a 50e. My other vehicle is a 2021 X7. It has the integral adaptive steering. I have really noticed a difference in the turning radius of the 50e (lot more) compared to the X7 with ias even though the latter is a significantly bigger vehicle. I wish they had that option available. I'm assuming again it was a supply issue. TurtleBoy

[TurtleBoy]

Originally Posted by Bhuvi

One review after initial driving of a 50e. My other vehicle is a 2021 X7. It has the integral adaptive steering. I have really noticed a difference in the turning radius of the 50e (lot more) compared to the X7 with ias even though the latter is a significantly bigger vehicle. I wish they had that option available. I'm assuming again it was a supply issue. TurtleBoy

I believe the lack of IAS for the 40i is due to supply. It was available for the MY19 and MY20 and then was removed. Hopefully we start seeing removed options returning later this year if supply issues continue to improve.

[PLF69]

It's definitely a game changer, my 2023 (Canada) has rear wheel steering and it turns as tight if not more than the X3 I had before.

[tdlutz24]

Originally Posted by RetSurfer

Sunday, I took mine (50e) in Hybrid, not the Eco Pro mode, up to the Blue Ridge Parkway south of Asheville. From Mt Pisgah down to Asheville it’s about 40 miles, almost all downhill. It ran all electric. At the top it showed about 22 miles remaining, at the bottom it showed 24 miles remaining…

I am taking the PCD and plan on going home that way.... Looking forward to seeing how the drive is.

[mobsync]

Originally Posted by tdlutz24

I am taking the PCD and plan on going home that way.... Looking forward to seeing how the drive is.

The 123 to 28 then east on 64 is the way to get to the parkway. Trust me.

[Mikendallas]

Great looking X5! I’m in the market right now. Any reason not to get the 50e over the 40i?