BMW's New Hydrogen iX5 SUV
Hydrogen iX5 SUV Source: BMW BMW's Hydrogen NEXT Fuel Cell Technology BMW is expanding into hydrogen technology with its new hydrogen powered iX5 SUV. The vehicle will be equipped with BMW's new i Hydrogen NEXT fuel cell technology. Based on the BMW X5, the new iX5 is essentially an EV that has been retrofitted with a fuel cell stack, electric motor and battery and a new floor to accommodate the hydrogen tanks. The tanks have a total capacity of 16 pounds. They feed the under-hood fuel cell stack paired with a rear mounted electric motor and battery. The vehicle has just entered production and a small number will be on streets around the world for more testing in 2023. BMW says it will put a much larger number into production in the second half of this decade. The iX5 is considered the precursor of future BMW hydrogen powered vehicles. Tech Specs The new hydrogen iXA offers both power and performance.