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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Exceptional performance assisted by innovative design features
The exceptional performance of the new engine is due last but not least to
various innovative features of the core engine. For example, balancer shafts
positioned at different heights result in op ...
Wheels and tires
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not avai ...
Starting the Concierge service
1. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"
2. "Concierge"
Starting the Concierge service
3. "Start service"
A voice connection is established with the BMW
Assi ...
