Vehicle equipment

All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equipment or country variant. This also applies for safety-related functions and systems.

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    2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan: First Look
    Competes with: Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Infiniti G37, Audi A4 Looks like: A little bit bigger outside, just a teensy bit bigger inside Drivetrain: 240-hp, 2.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-four cylin ...

    Sitting safely
    The ideal seating position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. The seating position plays an important role in an accident in combination with: ► Safety belts ...

    Hydroplaning
    On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can form between the tires and road surface. This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning. It is characterized by a partial or complete loss of contact ...