2008 AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon Review

The falcon has always been a born fighter, the bird of warriors and a status symbol of the mighty and powerful. The peregrine falcon, with a dive speed of more than 200 km / h, is the fastest bird in the world. With its broad "wings" of the BMW X5 Falcon AC Schnitzer also presents a majestic aura. The additional expansion kit front and rear wings perfectly aligned with the current range of accessories.

While other cars rely on puffed-up display AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon is a lot of power under the hardened plumage: the 3.0-liter engine produces 210 kW diesel standards and 286 hp, electronically update the AC Schnitzer to give an impressive 228 kW/310 hp. Maximum torque is also increased to 580-680 Nm


2008 AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon
2008 AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon

The rear of a fully integrated system, chrome exhaust finisher, finishing in style "Racing" - in the form of a horizontal figure of eight - lies sound system with exhaust silencers and two sports rear V2A special steel.

Suspension Technology

Subtly, through the lowering kit to a new suspension, AC Schnitzer has given the BMW X5 Falcon impressive handling at a level that is almost unbelievable for such a powerful vehicle. Like its namesake natural. Famous for being able to change direction in flight in a flash, so it is not surprising that the elegant falcon has virtually no natural predators.

AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon
2008 AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon

Body Work

An extensive set of new front and rear wings - as already mentioned - perfectly harmonizing the existing range of accessories from Aachen-based tuner.

In particular, the front skirt element with its spoiler corners and indicated drive-protected at first sight, gives an aura of an SUV very confident fighter.

The image of the "Raptor" was further emphasized by Designer Michele Viandante two ringed triangular air intakes in the metal cover.

And facing the imposing rear end, he dared come too close to the AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon? With its strong contours, the AC Schnitzer spoiler skirt muscular, masculine appearance.

Inside

The population of the AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon, however, find a different part of the show. The interiors vary only includes the AC Schnitzer 3-spoke sports steering wheel airbag and aluminum pedals sets, but also numerous decor elements in carbon or aluminum.

The Aachen-based tuner has even designed a new i-Drive controller. In the end, AC Schnitzer always has an eye for interesting details.