Discover BMW’s iX5 Hydrogen SUV, the first mass‑produced hydrogen fuel‑cell vehicle with up to 750 km range. Learn more and stay ahead of the green mobility wave!
BMW has unveiled the iX5 Hydrogen, a groundbreaking addition to its X5 family that blends the familiar midsize SUV silhouette with a cutting‑edge hydrogen fuel‑cell drivetrain.
First mass‑produced hydrogen SUV from BMW
Built on the fifth‑generation X5 platform, the iX5 Hydrogen is the German automaker’s first vehicle to be manufactured at scale using hydrogen fuel‑cell technology. Production will take place at the Spartanburg plant in South Carolina, the same facility that assembles BMW’s traditional gasoline, diesel and fully electric models.
How the powertrain works
At the heart of the iX5 Hydrogen lies a third‑generation fuel‑cell stack. Hydrogen stored in a high‑pressure flat‑storage tank is fed into the stack, where a chemical reaction generates electricity that powers the electric motor. A high‑voltage battery works alongside the fuel cell, smoothing power delivery and recapturing energy during braking.
Impressive 750 km (466 miles) range
Thanks to the efficient fuel‑cell system and optimized energy management, the iX5 Hydrogen can travel up to 750 kilometres on a single tank of hydrogen – a distance that rivals many conventional gasoline SUVs and exceeds most current electric SUVs.
Driving experience and practicality
The vehicle retains the X5’s spacious interior, advanced driver‑assistance suite and off‑road‑ready suspension, delivering a familiar BMW driving feel while emitting only water vapor from the tailpipe. Its compact drivetrain package also leaves ample room for passengers and cargo.
Positioning in BMW’s electrification strategy
BMW’s iX5 Hydrogen marks a new chapter in the brand’s broader electrification roadmap, which already includes plug‑in hybrids, fully electric models (the iX series) and now a hydrogen‑powered SUV. The addition signals BMW’s commitment to offering multiple zero‑emission pathways for different markets and infrastructure realities.
What’s next?
While the exact launch date is still being finalized, the iX5 Hydrogen is expected to join the market after the current gasoline, diesel and pure‑electric variants of the X5. As hydrogen refueling networks expand in Europe and North America, the model could become a flagship example of sustainable, long‑range mobility.
Stay tuned for more updates on pricing, availability and the growing hydrogen ecosystem that will support this innovative SUV.