iDrive

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Opening and closing: from the inside
Opening and closing: from the inside ...

Compact Design
Just as BMW's compact 3 Series ranks below the midsize 5 Series, the five-seat X3 sits in the shadow of the larger X5. The styling clearly says BMW, but it's the multi-paneled look of earlier mode ...

Front active seat ventilation
The seat cushion and backrest surfaces are cooled by means of integrated fans. The ventilation rapidly cools the seat, e.g., if the vehicle interior is overheated or for continuous cooling at h ...