Safety
Both the coupe and convertible have front airbags plus side-impact airbags built into the front seats. As required of all 2012 models sold in the U.S., the 640i has standard antilock brakes and an electronic stability system. Active head restraints for the front seats are designed to prevent whiplash injuries. In the convertible, active roll bars hide under the rear deck to maximize visibility. If the car senses a sideways tip, the bars raise to provide rollover protection.
Optional safety features include blind spot and lane departure warning systems and night vision with pedestrian detection.
A backup camera is standard, and buyers can choose additional top- and side-view cameras for added protection when parking and creeping into intersections.
See also:
BMW EfficientDynamics: BMW 5-Series increasing the lead.
BMW EfficientDynamics technologies are featured in appropriate combinations
on each model, including features such as Brake Energy Regeneration, Electric
Power Steering, a gearshift point indicato ...
Maintenance and repairs
Advanced technology, e.g., the use of modern
materials and high-performance electronics, requires
suitable maintenance and repair methods.
Therefore, have this work performed only by a
BMW cent ...
The concept
The vehicle alarm system responds to:
Opening of a door, the hood or the trunk lid.
Movements in the vehicle: interior motion
sensor.
Changes in the vehicle tilt, e.g., during attempts
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