In consumer surveys, like the 2022 What Car? Reliability Survey, BMW outperforms premium rivals Audi and Mercedes-Benz. This makes the brand especially attractive as a pre-owned vehicle.
What does BMW stand for?
BMW stands for Bayerische Motoren Werke, roughly translating as Bavarian Engine Works Company.
What is xDrive in a BMW?
BMW xDrive is their all-wheel drive system that is available on most SUV models and some core saloons and estates like the 3 and 5 Series. The xDrive system intelligently responds to terrain conditions – even on the most difficult road surfaces – to maximise driving pleasure.
What is IDrive on a BMW?
This function allows users to easily access a diverse range of menus on the dash screen. This is done by using a simple rotary controller near the gear stick. You can access things such as climate control, telephone contacts, driving modes, emails, text messages and much more.
Which BMW cars use Adblue®?
AdBlue® technology applies to all BMW diesel models from spring 2018. AdBlue® is the solution that is stored in a separate reservoir of the car and gets injected into the exhaust as you drive. This reduces nitrogen oxide emissions by up to 90%, breaking them down into harmless water vapour.
What is BMW Connected Drive?
BMW’s Connected Drive is their package of software systems that enhance your car's convenience, safety and infotainment capability. These include Digital Services, Driver Assistance Services, and the BMW Connected app.A sim card is fitted to the car, which Connected Drive will send and receive information from. The system will then display the data on the car’s central infotainment screen and the app on your phone.
What is M Sport?
BMW M Sport is the trim/body kit that gives you the aesthetics of an M performance car but none of the mechanical upgrades. You gain a much sportier look thanks to the upgraded seats, larger wheels, meaner-looking grille and much more but retain the standard performance features. A quick history of the BMW M3
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