Safety
Both the coupe and convertible have front airbags plus side-impact airbags built into the front seats. As required of all 2012 models sold in the U.S., the 640i has standard antilock brakes and an electronic stability system. Active head restraints for the front seats are designed to prevent whiplash injuries. In the convertible, active roll bars hide under the rear deck to maximize visibility. If the car senses a sideways tip, the bars raise to provide rollover protection.
Optional safety features include blind spot and lane departure warning systems and night vision with pedestrian detection.
A backup camera is standard, and buyers can choose additional top- and side-view cameras for added protection when parking and creeping into intersections.
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Saving fuel
General information
Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emissions.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of different
factors.
The implementation ...
Diesel particulate filter
Soot particles are collected in the diesel particulate
filter and periodically burned away at high
temperatures.
During the cleaning period of several minutes:
▷ The engine may temporarily ...
Auto Start-Stop, Brake Energy Regeneration, ECO PRO mode
The new BMW 3-Series Sedan is equipped as standard with an Auto Start-Stop
function, which automatically switches off the engine during short stops at
traffic lights or in stationary traffic, so a ...
