BMW is celebrating 25 years of the X5 with the 2025 BMW X5 Silver Edition – the most capable off-road BMW ever.

On September 1, 1999, BMW Group Plant Spartanburg in South Carolina witnessed the birth of a new era as the first BMW X5 rolled off the production line. Over the past 25 years, nearly three million units of this trailblazing vehicle have been meticulously assembled at Spartanburg, destined for markets across the globe. The BMW X5 pioneered the Sports Activity Vehicle category, and now, BMW commemorates this milestone with a special, limited-edition model that underscores its legacy of ‘Activity.’

Enter the BMW X5 Silver Anniversary Edition, based on the 2025 X5 xDrive40i, which seamlessly blends on-road sophistication with enhanced off-road prowess.

BMW X5 Silver Anniversary Edition – A Distinctive Design

The X5 Silver Anniversary Edition stands out with its unique amalgamation of elements from the Sport and M Sport designs. It features Extended Shadowline Trim, typically reserved for the M Sport and M Sport Professional packages, adding a sleek, dark finish to the window surrounds, roof rails, fender-mounted Air Breathers, and the illuminated kidney grille. This is complemented by Shadowline lights both front and rear, and striking 20-inch M Star-spoke bi-color wheels from the M Sport Package. Unlike the aggressive bumpers and rocker panels of the M Sport Package, the Silver Anniversary Edition opts for aluminum-accented pieces from the Sport Design, emphasizing its off-road capabilities.

The sophisticated black and aluminum theme is perfectly matched with BMW Individual Lime Rock Grey metallic paint, accented by a discreet Silver Anniversary Edition badge on the tailgate.

BMW X5 Silver Anniversary Edition – Interior Elegance

Inside, the X5 Silver Anniversary Edition offers a choice of Black, Cognac, Coffee, or Silverstone Sensafin upholstery for its sport seats. Carbon Fiber trim, usually exclusive to the X5 M60i and X5 M Competition, adorns the center console and dashboard. The BMW Curved Display, powered by BMW Operating System 8.5, is enhanced by Live Cockpit Professional, featuring a full-color BMW Head-Up Display and BMW Maps navigation with Augmented Reality. A Silver Anniversary Edition plaque adds a touch of exclusivity on the compartment door ahead of the gear selector.

The Best Off-Road Capability Ever From an X5

The Silver Anniversary Edition X5 is equipped with BMW’s xOffroad Package as standard, a feature not available on any other current BMW X model. This package enhances off-road performance by allowing the driver to select settings tailored to various terrains such as xSnow, xSand, xGravel, and xRocks via the Driver Experience Control switch. The system adjusts the vehicle’s ride height, transmission shift strategy, throttle mapping, traction control, and other parameters to ensure optimal performance in any condition.

Additional features include 2-axle air suspension for increased ground clearance, a mechanical rear differential lock, and underbody protection plates. The xOffroad View in the central display provides real-time information about ground clearance, roll tendency, and the terrain’s inclination or downhill gradient. An xOffroad camera offers comprehensive views of the surrounding terrain at speeds below 22 mph.

For those ready to tackle even more challenging landscapes, BMW offers a discount on General Grabber All-Terrain tires purchased and installed at the dealer. A roof rack system, BMW luggage compartment mat, and all-weather floor mats are also included to ensure the X5 Silver Anniversary Edition is fully prepared for any adventure.

X5 Premium Comfort and Technology

Despite its rugged off-road capabilities, the X5 Silver Anniversary Edition does not compromise on comfort and convenience. Standard features include a Harman-Kardon Surround Sound System, heated front seats, armrests, and steering wheel, remote engine start, a trailer hitch, and the Parking Assistance Package, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable drive whether on or off the road.

Limited Production

Production of the 2025 BMW X5 Silver Anniversary Edition will commence in August 2024, with quantities strictly limited, making this model a rare and coveted addition to the legacy of the BMW X5.