Automatic mode
The automatic engine start/stop function is operational after each engine start.
The function is activated above a certain speed.
▷ Manual transmission: above 3 mph, approx.
5 km/h.
▷ Automatic transmission: from 5 mph, approx.
9 km/h.
See also:
Energy recovery
The energy of motion of the
vehicle
is converted to electrical energy
while coasting. The vehicle
battery is partially charged and
fuel consumption can be lowered. ...
The concept
This system can be used to select a desired
speed that the vehicle will maintain automatically
on clear roads.
To the extent possible, the system automatically
adjusts the speed to a slower veh ...
Ride & Handling
The X5 finds a sweet spot between SUV ride comfort and BMW athleticism — far
better than the X6, which is two parts BMW to one part SUV. The X5's ride
quality is very good, as the suspension isola ...