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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 ...

Automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags
The occupation of the seat is detected by evaluating the impression on the occupied seat surface of the front passenger seat. The front and side airbags on the front passenger side are activate ...

At a glance
The concept Mobile phones or other external devices such as audio players can be connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth. After these devices are paired once, they are recognized automatically ...