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 of certain measures, driving style and regular maintenance can have an influence on fuel consumption and on the environmental impact.
See also:
1998: the fourth generation - common rail direct injection, VALVETRONIC and
BMW xDrive
The fourth-generation BMW 3-Series was launched in May 1998 and brought with
it another hike in output, comfort and safety. The new model was four
centimetres (approx. 1.5 in.) longer and wider th ...
Pedestrian detection
The pedestrian detection and warning system
only operates in darkness and only when a heat
image is displayed.
Warm objects that are similar in shape to human
beings are detected by the syste ...
Energy recovery
The energy of motion of the
vehicle
is converted to electrical energy
while coasting. The vehicle
battery is partially charged and
fuel consumption can be lowered. ...