Santa Maria, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/11/2012 -- The 2013 BMW X5 defines an expanding group of big, powerful SUVs that shine for their on-pavement agility and responsive acceleration, with an emphasis on safety, comfort and luxury appointments. It features BMW's xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system, and offers optional third-row seating that increases capacity to seven passengers.

Every angle from within the BMW X5, with its fine woods, selected leathers and understated metal elements create an atmosphere of comfort and style. The storage compartments and the ergonomically designed instrument panel provide user-friendly solutions for all of your needs. BMW iDrive is operated using the centrally positioned controller. The Control Display gives drivers fast and simple access to all of the comfort and entertainment functions.

For the 2013 BMW X5 M, M continues being the most powerful letter in the world with the BMW X5 M. Featuring the M Power V-8 Turbo, 555 hp and 500 lb-ft of torque, this powerful vehicle comes fully equipped with M Dynamic Performance Control for impressive handling.

The advanced M chassis technology provides the BMW X5 M with unrivaled driving dynamics, maximum control and exceptional driving comfort. Designed with an emphasis on the rearward-tuned torque bias for rear-wheel drive handling characteristics, the intelligent BMW xDrive all-wheel drive system in its M-specific configuration allows for an especially sporty driving style.

The Central Coast BMW Dealer, BMW of Santa Maria, is excited to bring both of these powerful BMW vehicles to the Santa Maria are communities. BMW X5 U.S. sales for 2012 increased from 2,610 in January to 3,561 in April. With BMW X5 sales continuously increasing, BMW of Santa Maria is proud to offer the newest options of Sports Activity Vehicle.

For more information on both X5 vehicles, visit BMW of Santa Maria online at www.bmwsm.com or stop by the Santa Maria BMW Dealer for a test drive in the brand new 2013 BMW X5 vehicles.

About BMW of Santa Maria
BMW of Santa Maria, http://www.bmwsm.com, is proud to be a leading BMW dealer in Santa Maria, CA serving Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, and beyond. They proudly provide every customer with the very best sales and service experience. Located on the Central Coast, they keep a full line of luxury BMW cars and SUVs, and have an impressive service department with convenient hours to meet your needs.