This technology is already in place with some models in their 1, 3 and 5 Series. Other manufacturers such as DaimlerChrysler and VW/Audi have similar programmes. For the Mercedes and smart brands it is BlueTec; at Volkswagen and Audi it is BlueMotion.

BMW say the revised six-cylinder 3.0d engine produces 214g/km of CO2 emissions, a drop of 17g/km. This puts it in Band F, saving owners £95 a year in Vehicle Excise Duty.

The combined cycle fuel economy improves from 32.5mpg to 34.9mpg and acceleration is improved with zero to 62mph taking 8.1 seconds rather than 8.3 seconds.

Power output is 235hp and torque is 520Nm. The price of the X5 with this new engine is going to be £40,545 0.8% higher than the model it replaces.

Similarly the 3.0i and 4.8-litre petrol engines for the X5 are also improved for fuel economy with lower emissions.

Never standing still, BMW has also now introduced the world’s most powerful 3.0-litre sd diesel engine option for the X5 in SE and M Sport specification.

In this state of tune the twin-turbocharged engine has 286hp with peak torque of 580Nm from just 1,750rpm. Zero to 62mph is covered in 7.0 seconds and the top speed is 146mph.

This new engine has been introduced because BMW has been asked by some X5 owners for an even greater level of performance. Fuel economy is still good at a quoted 34.4mpg with CO2 levels at 216g/km, which also gives a vehicle excise duty rating in Band G, the same as the new 3.0d.

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