Driving tips

This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions.

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New for 2011
A new eight-speed automatic transmission is standard on the 2011 models and replaces a six-speed automatic. The xDrive35i has BMW's new single-turbo 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder (replacing a twin ...

Buttons at a glance
1 System on/off, interrupt 2 Resume speed 3 Store speed* 4 Reduce distance 5 Store, maintain/change speed 6 Increase distance ...

Measurement
Measurements are made by ultrasound sensors in the bumpers. The range is approx. 6 ft/2 m. An acoustic warning is first given: By the front* sensors and the two rear corner sensors at appro ...