The concept

The automatic engine start-stop function helps save fuel. The system switches off the engine during a stop, e. g., in a traffic congestion or at traffic lights. The ignition remains switched on.

The engine starts again automatically for driving off.

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    Displays in the instrument cluster
    1 Display of desired speed 2 Distance to vehicle ahead of you 3 Vehicle symbol 4 Brief status display Desired speed Marking in the speedometer The marking lights up in green: the syste ...

    Requirements
    Equipment version with full preparation package mobile phone. An Emergency Request can be made, even if no mobile phones are paired with the vehicle. BMW Assist is activated. The radio ...

    Automatic deactivation
    In certain situations, the Automatic Engine Start/ Stop Function is deactivated automatically for safety reasons, such as when the driver is detected to be absent. Malfunction The automatic en ...