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Automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags
The system determines whether the front passenger seat is occupied by measuring the resistance of the human body. The front, knee, and side airbag on the front passenger side are activated or d ...

Stowing cargo
► Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not occupied, secure each of the outer safety belts in the opposite buckle. ► Cover sharp edges and corners. ► Do not stack cargo abov ...

Eight-speed automatic transmission: sporty, fuel-efficient, and unique in a compact car
The standard six-speed manual petrol and diesel versions of the new BMW 1-Series offer efficient power transmission and precise gear changes. The BMW 1-Series is also the only compact car also ava ...