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BMW launches the all-new 4th generation 2019 BMW X5 Sports Activity Vehicle with two variants, the X5 xDr40i and the X5 xDr50i. Since its introduction almost 20 years ago, the BMW X5 has been built exclusively in Spartanburg, SC. To date, more than 2.2 million X5’s have been sold worldwide, one third of those sales being in the U.S. The all-new 2019 BMW X5 will again be built at BMW Plant Spartanburg, SC. This center of competence for BMW X models also handles production of the BMW X3, BMW X4, BMW X6 and will soon add the BMW X7. New design language exudes confidence and authority. A wheelbase that is 1.6 inches longer than its predecessor’s, a 1.1 inches increase in vehicle length, an extra 2.6 inches of width and a 1.0 inches increase in height give the all-new 2019 BMW X5 both a muscular appearance and a more generous level of space for passengers and their luggage. The latest X5 retains the hallmark proportions of an SAV, but the pared-back design language – clean surfacing and precise lines accentuating elegant poise and authority – is new. A sculpted hood a short front overhang, lightly hexagonal wheel arches and the dynamic sweep of the roofline exemplify the sporty yet rugged character of the all-new 2019 BMW X5. “The BMW X5 embodies the origins of the BMW X family and, in its fourth generation, sends out its most powerful message yet in terms of presence and modernity,” says Adrian van Hooydonk, Senior Vice President BMW Group Design. “It defines a new X design language – robust, clear and precise.” The most striking feature of the front end is the large BMW kidney grille with single-piece surrounds. The all-new BMW X5 comes standard with Adaptive LED headlights, while BMW Laserlights are available as an option and feature blue x-shaped elements, which split up the hexagonal light sources inside the familiar BMW twin headlights, make a distinctive visual statement. The precise character line in the X5’s flanks, rise up at the rear door, contributing to the modern appearance of the all-new BMW X5. It defines the car’s powerful shoulders and feeds into the rear lights, which extend well into the flanks. At the rear, all lights feature LED technology. xLine and M Sport model variants, options from BMW Individual. Distinctive design features differentiate the xLine and M Sport model variants of the all-new BMW X5. The standard xLine model uses exterior cues including kidney grill bars finished in matte aluminum, underbody protection, roof rails and side window surrounds in satin Aluminum, plus other accents in Pearl-effect Chrome, to accentuate the off-road character of the all-new 2019 BMW X5. M Sport specification sees the wheel arch trim, bumper trim, rear underbody protection and side skirts painted in body color and complimented by matte aluminum kidney grille bars, and roof rails and side window surrounds in high-gloss black. The all-new BMW X5 comes standard with 19-inch light-alloy wheels, the M Sport brings 20-inch M light-alloy wheels in twin-spoke design. Wheels in 21-inch and 22-inch sizes are available as options. Interior design and controls Modern and elegant surfacing radiates a feeling of space inside the all-new 2019 BMW X5. The front and rear occupants all enjoy generous accommodation amid an exclusive ambience. The instrument panel is broken up by sweeping horizontal lines, which combine with electroplated trim elements to emphasize the width of the interior. And with its large trim finisher and surrounds likewise made up of electroplated elements, the center console – rising up to the instrument panel – contributes to the handsome overall impression. The raised seating position, driver-focused cockpit and new design and arrangement of the controls offer the person in the left seat the best possible view to enable him or her to maintain complete command over the task of driving. The fully-digital instrument cluster and the center display are connected visually by consistency of design and share the same graphics. The center console hosts the iDrive Controller, the newly designed transmission selector lever and all other driving-related controls – i.e. the Driving Experience Control switch, the start/stop button and the buttons to activate the air suspension settings and off-road modes (if equipped). A similarly new-look for the heating, air conditioning and lighting functions is on hand. Carefully selected materials in the interior include a new Vernasca variant for the leather upholstery. Like the optional BMW Individual extended Merino leather trim, it is available in five colors. The all-new BMW X5 is fitted with standard electrically adjustable and heated sports seats. Customers can also specify optional multifunction seats with massage function and seat ventilation for the driver and front passenger. The standard xLine and optional M Sport models also come with specific design features that bring a distinctive flair to the interior. The interior appointments for the standard xLine model accentuate the car’s versatility and luxurious ambience, while the optional M Sport model enhances the on board driving experience. The two lines include illuminated door sill plates specific to each variant and an anthracite headliner. M Sport trim also includes an M sports steering wheel, M-specific pedals, driver’s footrest and piping on the seats, plus exclusive interior trim strips in Aluminium Tetragon. Click here to view the full article.

Have you every wished you could have LOW MONTHLY payments - like a lease - but still enjoy the benefits of OWNERSHIP - like a conventional finance agreement? BMW has made it possible for you to now enjoy the BEST of both worlds! How it works: Every month you will make low monthly payments for a time period that you establish up front. At the end of the term, an additional payment is due that is fully disclosed up front in writing so you can plan ahead with NO SURPRISES. You can choose from OPTIONS designed to make your experience easy and simple: • You can refinance the final payment amount with BMW Financial Services. • You can complete your purchase with the one final cash payment. • You can TRADE or SELL the vehicle and if your vehicle is worth MORE than the final payment, you KEEP THE DIFFERENCE! Advantages of BMW Select: Lower payments.In states where tax laws make leasing less advantageous, BMW Select allows you to make lower monthly payments so you can enjoy even more car for the money, and keep your money in the bank WORKING FOR YOU. Keep your options open. You get the benefit of making lower monthly payments for a set term, just like a lease, and have flexible end-of-term options. No lease returns process to worry about. It's your BMW, so you can personalize it to fit your needs and desires, and there is no end of term inspection or "excess wear" penalty to worry about. No mileage restrictions. BMW is the ULTIMATE driving machine and you are free to DRIVE at will with no mileage restrictions - in a BMW SELECT agreement YOU are the owner of the vehicle. The bond of ownership: Payoff your final balloon. The title will be in your name and your BMW is yours to do with as you please.

The all-new BMW X3 can be optioned with the first ever factory installed trailer hitch

Passport BMW Prestige Service Club If your BMW is at least 6 years old or has over 75,000 miles take advantage of the Prestige Service Club Card*. With this membership you automatically receive a 15% discount on labor for all recommended repairs through the Passport BMW service department. Original BMW parts and factory BMW trained technicians do make a difference. *BMW's only. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other advertised special or be applied towards a previous purchase. Please print and present this coupon at time of purchase to obtain your discount. May not be redeemed for more than 15% of your total labor purchase at any one time. Maximum discount $500.00. Excludes Tires. Discount taken from retail price. Valid only at Passport BMW.

This Memorial Day we salute to the men and women of the armed forces.

SAVE $70 ON SELECT BMW APPROVED TIRES Purchase four select Bridgestone, Michelin or Pirelli tires and receive $70 via mail-in rebate. Limited time only. May 1 - June 30, 2018. For a limited time, receive a $70 Visa Prepaid Card on a set of four eligible OEM, OEA or WIN Bridgestone, Michelin or Pirelli tires purchased at a participating BMW Center between May 1 and June 30, 2018. Submit your rebate claim at BSA.offer-promotions.com with offer number 424A or pick up the offer form at your BMW Center , and mail it in with a copy of your receipt and you will receive your prepaid card with 8-10 weeks. The completed form must be postmarked or submitted online no later than July 15, 2018, and received no later than July 22, 2018. See your BMW Center for complete details. Expires 06/30/2018

Lease the 2018 BMW 530i xDrive Seda n for only $579 per month. Included in payment: $1,000. Click here to view all eligible vehicles. Lease financing available on new 2018 BMW 530i xDrive Sedan models from Passport BMW through BMW Financial Services through May 31, 2018, to eligible, qualified customers with excellent credit history who meet BMW Financial Services' credit requirements. Monthly lease payments of $579 per month for 36 months is based on an adjusted capitalized cost of $52,480 (MSRP of $58,795, including destination and handling fee of $995, less $4,580 customer down, $0 security deposit and suggested dealer contribution of $1,815 and $1,000 Lease Credit). Actual MSRP may vary. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect your actual lease payment. Cash due at signing includes $4,580 down payment, $579 first month's payment, $925 acquisition fee and $0 security deposit. Lessee responsible for insurance during the lease term, excess wear and tear as defined in the lease contract, $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles and a disposition fee of $350 at lease end. Not all customers will qualify for security deposit waiver. Tax, title, license and registration fees are additional fees due at signing. Advertised payment does not include applicable taxes. Purchase option at lease end, excluding tax, title and government fees, is $35,865. Offer valid through May 31, 2018 and may be combined with other offers unless otherwise stated. Models pictured may be shown with metallic paint and/or additional accessories. Expires 05/31/2018

Thanks to BMW Individual you can make your BMW one of a kind. This means, that there are hardly any limits when it comes to the possibilities of individualization of your BMW. This clip will give you an overview of what BMW Individual is capable of and how you can individualize your own BMW.

This Mother’s Day we would like to thank the women, who have loved, mentored and mothered all of us. Happy Mother’s Day to all the great Moms out there.

Make this year the ultimate Mother's Day for power-driven moms with the perfect gift from our wide-ranging lifestyle collection. You'll shop with confidence knowing every gift is BMW tested—mom approved. Click here to shop for Mom.

Lease a 2018 BMW 320i xDrive Sedan for $349 per month. Included in payment: $2,000 Credit Click here to view all eligible vehicles. Lease financing available on new 2018 BMW 320i xDrive Sedan models from Passport BMW through BMW Financial Services through May 31, 2018, to eligible, qualified customers with excellent credit history who meet BMW Financial Services' credit requirements. Monthly lease payments of $349 per month for 36 months is based on an adjusted capitalized cost of $34,913 (MSRP of $40,695, including destination and handling fee of $995, less $3,830 customer down, $0 security deposit and suggested dealer contribution of $1,032 and $2,000 Lease Credit). Actual MSRP may vary. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect your actual lease payment. Cash due at signing includes $2,750 down payment, $349 first month's payment, $925 acquisition fee and $0 security deposit. Lessee responsible for insurance during the lease term, excess wear and tear as defined in the lease contract, $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles and a disposition fee of $350 at lease end. Not all customers will qualify for security deposit waiver. Tax, title, license and registration fees are additional fees due at signing. Advertised payment does not include applicable taxes. Purchase option at lease end, excluding tax, title and government fees, is $24,824. Offer valid through May 31, 2018 and may be combined with other offers unless otherwise stated. Models pictured may be shown with metallic paint and/or additional accessories.  Expires 05/31/2018

BMW Certified Program Benefits Thinking about getting a New BMW but Want To Save Some Money? Check out a CERTIFIED BMW from PASSPORT BMW. Passport BMW is your BMW Certified and BMW CPO / BMW Pre Owned Headquarters for the Washington DC area and your Ultimate BMW Certified Pre Owned dealer in Suitland MD. A BMW Certified Pre Owned Automobile has many benefits: What qualifies a BMW to become a Certified Pre-Owned BMW? • Overview • Financing • Warranty • Certification Only the best pre-owned BMWs qualify for the Certified Pre-Owned BMW Vehicle Program. To be eligible for enrollment in the Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Program, a late-model vehicle must be in service for at least six months or have more than 6,000 miles but less than 60,000 miles on the odometer. They must pass an extensive examination - a thorough and rigorous inspection by BMW factory-trained technicians. They inspect the vehicle for safety, performance and wear. If something is not right, it is fixed. If it cannot be fixed, the car cannot become a Certified Pre-Owned BMW. In short, we're picky. But when you see everything covered under our Protection Plan, you'll understand why. Ask to see the Certified Pre-Owned Inspection Checklist. It is your assurance of the quality, reliability and overall pleasure BMW owners have come to expect. Warranty The Certified Pre-Owned BMW Warranty protects you against defects in materials or workmanship for a wide range of vehicle components. The Warranty is administered by BMW of North America, LLC, ensuring that covered repairs are performed by BMW-trained technicians using only genuine BMW replacement parts. And, since this is a BMW-backed program, you won't have to wait for a third-party adjuster to decide whether your repair is covered, Your BMW center can make the determination right on the spot. Although the Certified Pre-Owned BMW Limited Warranty is extremely comprehensive, it is not an extension of the original 4-year/50,000 mile New BMW Vehicle Limited Warranty. The Certified Pre-Owned BMW Limited Warranty takes over when the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, and the coverage it provides is somewhat different from the new car warranty. What's Covered In general: The Certified Pre-Owned BMW Limited Warranty is designed to protect owners from defects in materials and workmanship on covered parts and components. The broad coverage includes the parts and systems listed below except where specifically noted in the 'Not Covered' section of The Certified Pre-Owned BMW Protection Plan Consumer Information Statement (available for examination at your BMW center). Engine • Automatic/Manual Transmission • Front Suspension • Rear Suspension • Steering • Brakes • ABS Brake System • Electrical • Air Conditioning/Heating System • Cooling System • Interior/Exterior • Fuel System • Final Drive Assembly, Propeller Shaft • What's Not Covered • Upkeep Items Maintenance; engine, transmission, and body adjustments; wheel alignment, balancing or rotation; wiper blade inserts; engine drive belts; spark plugs; filters; fuses; all batteries; all hoses and clamps (except air conditioning and power steering); oils, lubricants, fluids, refrigerants and coolants (except as required in the course of a covered repair); brake pads and rotors; brake shoes and drums; manual transmission clutch assemblies; suspension dampers (shock absorbers/strut elements); exhaust systems; tires. Wear and Tear All wear and tear items as defined in The Certified Pre-Owned BMW Protection Plan Consumer Information Statement (including all suspension parts and components). Body and Interior Paint; glass; headlamps; bulbs (except instrumentation); mirrors; lenses; body and chassis; body seals and gaskets; interior and exterior trim, moldings, and fasteners; upholstery, headliner, carpeting, floor and trunk mats; convertible top (all components except electronics); air or water leaks; wind or body noises; wheels; damage due to rust, corrosion, or contamination, except as covered by the BMW New Vehicle Rust and Corrosion Perforation Warranty. Accessories Radio/cassette player, telephone, navigation system, CD changer, or any components of those systems; non-original equipment parts, components or accessories. Terms and Conditions Handling Charge - There is a $50.00 handling charge (per repair visit) that must be paid by the customer for any repairs covered under the terms of the Certified Pre-Owned BMW Limited Warranty. Transfers - The Certified Pre-Owned BMW Protection Plan is fully transferable from the original Certified Pre-Owned BMW purchaser or lessee to subsequent owner(s) or lessee(s). Repair Services - While you may elect to use a non-approved repair facility for maintenance or repairs, BMW is not obligated to pay for any such repairs (even if covered under the Certified Pre-Owned BMW Limited Warranty). To obtain service under the Certified Pre-Owned BMW Limited Warranty, the vehicle must be delivered to an authorized BMW center. Moreover, the Certified Pre-Owned BMW Limited Warranty does not cover additional expenses related to a breakdown such as, but not limited to, car rental, lodging expenses, loss of pay or telephone charges, except as covered by BMW Roadside Assistance. Using CARFAX vehicle history reports, every used vehicle's title can be researched against an extensive database. CARFAX Vehicle History Reports include title information (including salvaged or junked titles), flood damage history, total loss accident history, odometer readings, lemon history, number of owners, accident indicators (such as airbag deployments), state emissions inspection results, service records, and vehicle use (taxi, rental, lease, etc.). This high level of consumer protection allows you to choose and purchase any of our quality vehicles with the confidence you deserve. Note: CARFAX records may be incomplete and there may also be delays in reporting information. Some vehicles may be subject to manufacturer safety recalls that for various reasons may not be repaired prior to sale. You may also check for open manufacturer recalls for a vehicle from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's recall website, https://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/ Passport also offers used vehicle recall status information via a link to the U.S. government’s official website (www.safercar.gov). Recall status information is also available on the Carfax Vehicle History Report link on the vehicle listing and vehicle details pages. Please understand, however, that the information on safecar.gov or the Carfax Vehicle History Report may not be up to date for two reasons. First, recently announced recalls may not yet appear. Second, there is a lag time between when a recall repair is made and when the repair is reported to these websites. As a result, a recall that has been repaired may still appear as open on safercar.gov or Carfax for a period of time. Most open recalls are repaired prior to delivery, but there may be some that are not. Before purchasing a used vehicle, make sure you ask the dealer for the most recent status available regarding any open recalls. Manufacturer-authorized dealerships typically repair recalls at no cost to you.