Under the Hood
The 640i is powered by a 315-horsepower, turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine. Its peak torque rating is 332 pounds-feet. BMW cites a zero to 60 mph time of 5.5 seconds for both the coupe and convertible. The standard eight-speed automatic transmission includes steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles.
Other standard features include computer-controlled adaptive shock absorbers and Driving Dynamics Control, which allows the driver to adjust the ride quality, accelerator response, power-steering assist level and automatic transmission behavior.
Optional mechanical upgrades include active stabilizer bars and active steering, the latter of which adds rear-wheel steering to the earlier generation's variable-ratio front steering system.
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Closing the windows and glass
sunroof/panoramic glass sunroof
Driving with the glass sunroof/panoramic glass
sunroof and windows open results in increased
air resistance and raises fuel consumption. ...
Playing a supporting role: The innovative new 8-speed automatic
transmission.
Like many new BMW models, the new BMW X3 features an 8-speed automatic
transmission which brings smooth shifting, sportiness and efficiency to new
levels of perfection. Compared to the exemplary 6 ...
Gentleman function
The front passenger seat can be adjusted with
the switches of the driver's seat.
1. Press the button. The LED
lights up.
2. Adjust the front passenger seat on your own
seat.
3. If needed, ...
