On-demand control of ancillary units saves energy
Intelligent energy management in the new BMW 3-Series is further enhanced by the ancillary units, which consume significantly less energy compared with conventional systems. Examples include the on-demand coolant pump, the electronically controlled oil pump and the electromechanical steering system, which only consumes electric power when steering assistance is actually required. The special air conditioning compressor featured on many of the sports sedan models works on the same principle. As soon as the driver switches the air conditioning off, the belt drive to the compressor is disconnected by a magnetic clutch, to minimise power drain.
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Last destinations
At a glance
The destinations previously entered are stored
automatically.
The destinations can be called up and used as a
destination for destination guidance.
Calling up the last destination
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The concept
Adaptive Drive reduces the body roll which occurs
when cornering quickly or during fast evasive
maneuvers. In addition, Adaptive Drive reduces
the steering angle requirement, improves
the runn ...
Under the Hood
The 135i's turbocharged inline-six makes 300 horsepower and 300 pounds-feet
of torque. It works through a six-speed manual or BMW's seven-speed dual-clutch
automatic. Either car hits 60 mph in abo ...