The concept
Two radar sensors below the rear bumper monitor the area behind and next to the vehicle at speeds above approx. 30 mph/50 km/h.
The system indicates whether there are vehicles in the blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching from behind on the adjacent lane, arrow 2.
The lamp in the exterior mirror housing lights up dimly.
Before you change lanes after setting the turn signal, the system issues a warning in the situations described above.
The lamp in the housing of the exterior mirror flashes and the steering wheel vibrates.
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The concept
The parking brake is used to prevent the vehicle
from rolling when it is parked.
Engine switched off: the parking brake acts
on the rear wheels.
Engine running: the parking brake acts on
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Active steering
The conceptActive steering varies the turning angle of the front wheels in relation to steering
wheel movements. It also varies the steering force required to turn the wheels depending
on the spee ...
Design: Exterior
The design of the new BMW X3 conveys elegance, agility and ruggedness. Up
front, the forward-slanting BMW kidney grille and large headlight assembly
combine with a powerful-looking front apron and ...