THE BMW XM AND ITS LINKS TO THE LEGENDARY BMW M1 are the focus of the third collaboration between the Bavarian marque and Ronnie Fieg’s renowned lifestyle brand, Kith.
The high-performance plug-in hybrid will be available next year as the 2025 BMW XM by Kith, featuring exclusive exterior and interior designs, with one of just 47 production vehicles reserved for a customer in Australia.
The 2025 BMW XM Kith Concept, presented at Art Basel Miami 2024 last week alongside another unique piece, Ronnie Fieg’s 1981 BMW M1 E26, offers a first look at the vehicle that will eventually hit the road.
A new Kith for BMW collection of apparel and lifestyle products has also been launched.
The new partnership follows the launch of limited-run BMW vehicles designed by Ronnie Fieg in recent years – the special edition based on the BMW M4 Competition Coupé from 2020, and that based on the BMW i4 M50 xDrive of 2022.
The BMW XM, the first original BMW M automobile since the BMW M1 produced from 1978 to 1981, features the M HYBRID drive system that combines a 4.4-litre M TwinPower V8 engine and electric motor to produce a whopping 550kW and 1000Nm.
It also integrates striking details inspired by the design of the legendary mid-engined M1 sports car such as the side accent strips, the two BMW emblems at the rear and the louvre structure of the rear lights.
2025 BMW XM by Kith: 47 units, historic colour, exclusive details
The limited run of 47 units reflects the number of years that have passed since the debut of the BMW M1. The BMW XM by Kith will be delivered in the second half of 2025 to enthusiasts and collectors of exclusive BMW M automobiles, with one Australian customer receiving their car at a similar time.
The special edition vehicles will be offered with BMW Individual Frozen Techno Violet metallic paint finish, which is also based on historical models. This finish, specially developed by Kith for the 2025 BMW XM by Kith, will only ever be used for this limited-edition model and will not be used by BMW again, making this edition truly special.
Alternatively, BMW Individual Frozen Black metallic paint finish (paint code U91) is also available for the 2025 BMW XM by Kith.
The paintwork and numerous special design features emphasise the dynamic proportions of a modern Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) and the expressive lines that characterise the BMW XM.
The 2025 BMW XM by Kith features black side window graphics and accent strips. The outline of the model inscriptions on the front, rear and side, as well as the outline of the Kith logo, combined with the characteristic M stripes on the rear of the edition vehicles, are finished in Techno Violet metallic.
The 2025 BMW XM by Kith comes as standard with 23-inch M light-alloy wheels in star-spoke design with Jet Black finish.
Inside, the modern sports car cockpit of the BMW XM by Kith is complemented by exclusive details in the striking aesthetics of the Kith label. The illuminated door sills feature the special “1/47” insignia, denoting the rarity of each vehicle. The velour floor mats and the control centre on the centre console all feature the Kith logo with the M stripes.
An illuminated version can also be seen under the headrests of the M multifunction driver and passenger seats. The seat surfaces in the BMW Individual Merino leather finish feature an embossed Kith monogram pattern, as does the armrest of the centre console. Another detail can be found in the control display of the edition vehicles. A special widget includes the official BMW XM by Kith vehicle name, the “1/47” insignia and the Kith logo with the M stripes.
The M Lounge in the rear of the 2025 BMW XM by Kith also creates a personal atmosphere in the vehicle. An embossed Kith monogram on the seat surfaces and two cushions with the label’s logo add to the personal touch. Together with the pre-set purple interior lighting, a special atmosphere is created befitting of the special edition offering.
A Kith duffle bag, designed and manufactured exclusively by Kith for the edition vehicles, is included as standard to accommodate the included charging cables.