Under the Hood
Both engines incorporate direct fuel injection and turbocharging. The xDrive35i uses a new 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder with one turbocharger, while the xDrive50i uses a 4.4-liter V-8 with two. Power ratings are unchanged on the new six-cylinder, but BMW says it is more efficient. BMW says both engines promise minimal turbo lag and a flat torque curve that begins under 2,000 rpm.
300-horsepower, 3.0-liter six-cylinder with 300 pounds-feet of torque
(xDrive35i)
400-hp, 4.4-liter eight-cylinder with 450 pounds-feet of torque (xDrive50i)
New eight-speed automatic transmission
xDrive's Dynamic Performance Control doles out power from front to rear and side
to side, at least among the rear wheels
Differential electronically varies power proactively from a full 50/50 lock to
as much as 100 percent going to either wheel to enhance performance and safety
Adaptive Drive system electronically alters suspension's stiffness between
sport- and comfort-oriented settings to suit different driving conditions
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Automatic headlamp control
Switch position :
the low beams are switched
on and off automatically, e.g., in tunnels, in twilight
or if there is precipitation. The LED next to
the symbol lights up.
A blue sky with the s ...
Office information
The number of unread messages and active
tasks as well as the upcoming appointments are
displayed.
1. "Office".
2. "Current office".
3. Select the desired entry to display d ...
Distance
Selecting a distance
Adjust the distance according to the traffic
and weather conditions; otherwise, there is the
danger of an accident occurring. Maintain the
prescribed safety distance.
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