BMW has launched a fleet of iX5 Hydrogen SUVs into its European markets as it steps-up its plans to diversify its alternative fuel vehicle (AFV) offering.
After four years of development work on the fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV), the German premium car brand is deploying its fleet of around 100 vehicles for demonstration and trial purposes in a bid to share the benefits of hydrogen power as an alternative to plug-in electric vehicles (EV).
The 401PS SUV is capable of accelerating to 62mph in under six seconds.
BMW claims it is capable of a 313-mile range between fuelling trips for the model, which emits only water from its tailpipes.
Oliver Zipse, chairman of the board of management of BMW AG, said: “Hydrogen is a versatile energy source that has a key role to play in the energy transition process and therefore in climate protection.
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