Hydrogen propulsion isn’t just emissions-free
Did you know that Hydrogen is also quick to refuel, taking just 3-4 minutes to fill the tank of most Hydrogen vehicles? Consistent range is unaffected by weather conditions, meaning the iX5 Hydrogen concept vehicle delivers a smooth, quiet driving experience no matter where life goes.
COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT HYDROGEN FUEL CELL VEHICLES
Is the BMW iX5 Hydrogen available for purchase?
No, the BMW iX5 Hydrogen is a concept vehicle that is not yet available for purchase and has no set price. This pilot fleet of test and media vehicles are key in the process of making the BMW iX5 Hydrogen concept vehicle available to customers in the future; however, it is dependent upon a number of market requirements.
Where was the BMW iX5 Hydrogen concept vehicle pilot fleet produced?
BMW assembled and produced the highly efficient fuel cell systems used in the iX5 Hydrogen concept vehicle in a special center for hydrogen located in Munich, Germany.
How does the BMW iX5 Hydrogen concept vehicle work, and how is it different than an electric vehicle?
A hydrogen or fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) has an electric motor just like a battery electric vehicle (BEV). The key difference is in the energy storage system. Instead of electricity in the battery, hydrogen is stored in tanks and then converted into electrical energy for the drive unit via the fuel cell. This means that a hydrogen vehicle has the benefit of being completely refueled in just 3-4 minutes, much like a combustion engine vehicle, but with all the benefits of electromobility.
Is the BMW iX5 Hydrogen concept vehicle emissions-free?
Yes, the BMW iX5 concept vehicle is emissions-free while driving. By-products of the engine are electrical energy, heat, and water – which emerges as water vapor – making the iX5 emissions-free.
Is the iX5 Hydrogen concept vehicle safe?
Safety is always a top priority at BMW. The BMW iX5 Hydrogen concept vehicle fulfills all crucial safety standards. Before any road trials began, the iX5 underwent extensive crash tests, meeting all the legal requirements for safety both at the component and vehicle level. The BMW iX5 Hydrogen complies with the same exacting safety standards as all other BMW models.
How is a hydrogen fuel cell powered vehicle refuelled?
The iX5 Hydrogen concept vehicle refuels at designated hydrogen fueling stations. It is an easy and simple process, similar to refueling at a typical gas station. The BMW iX5 can be refilled with gaseous hydrogen in approximately 3-4 minutes, much faster than a battery-powered electric vehicle. In addition, hydrogen filling stations are cleaner than traditional gasoline stations and don’t leave a lingering odor of fuel on the driver or vehicle after refueling.
How much horsepower does the BMW iX5 concept vehicle have, and how quickly can it go from 0-60 mph?
The BMW iX5 concept vehicle has up to 401 hp, and can go from 0-60 mph in under 6 seconds, making it as powerful and agile as any other BMW.
Meanwhile, the BMW Group, which includes the Mini and Rolls-Royce brands sold a record 376,000 battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) worldwide in 2023, which is an impressive 74 percent jump from 2022. That lifted BMW’s BEV sales to a healthy 15 percent of a 2.5-million-car total sales volume.
