You get a car, everyone gets a car! Cristiano Ronaldo and his teammates gifted BMW XM Red Labels

Football GOAT Cristiano Ronaldo and his Al-Nassr teammates received luxury BMW XM Red Label cars, each worth an eye-watering R3,714,380.24.

This comes after a major sponsorship agreement between Al-Nassr and BMW Saudi Arabia, making the German carmaker the official vehicle partner of the club.

The announcement was shared by Al-Nassr on social media with the caption, "Luxury meets football stars".

The BMW XM Red Label is one of the most powerful hybrid SUVs in the world. It features a cutting-edge twin-turbo V8 petrol engine combined with a 145kW electric motor, producing a total output of 550kW and 1,000Nm.

In comparison, the standard BMW XM generates 480kW and 800Nm. Power is distributed through an eight-speed M Steptronic gearbox and BMW’s M-tuned xDrive all-wheel drive system.

BMW claims the Red Label accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in just 3.8 seconds, making it half a second quicker than the standard model. With the M Driver’s Package - standard for South African versions - the top speed is capped at 290km/h.

As part of the special delivery, each vehicle was personalized for the players and coaching staff, including manager Stefano Pioli.

Cristiano Ronaldo, thrilled with his gift, said, "Really nice, very comfortable. I like it - a good colour and a really nice design."

Former Liverpool star Sadio Mane also took the wheel to test the luxury SUV during the unveiling.

For South African car enthusiasts, only 5 BMW XM Red Label were made available in Mzanzi, offering local fans the chance to experience the same premium performance as football’s elite.

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