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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 ...

Cabin Design & Roominess
In keeping with BMW tradition of late, the X5 M's cabin is somewhat austere. High-grade materials are used, including great-looking available woven leather trim that looks like carbon fiber. BMW c ...

Destination entry by voice
General information ► Instructions for voice activation system, refer to page 22. ► When making a destination entry by voice, you can change between voice operation and iDrive. υ ...