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Performance and efficiency |  |
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3.0-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline 215-horsepower 6-cylinder engine with composite magnesium/aluminum engine block, Valvetronic system, and 1-stage air intake manifold
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Direct ignition system with knock control
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Electronically controlled engine cooling (map cooling)
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6-speed manual transmission
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Handling, ride and braking |  |
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Aluminum double-pivot-type front suspension
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Aluminum 4-link Integral rear suspension
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Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars
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Aluminum front and rear subframes
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Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers
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4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes (ABS) with Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
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Engine-speed-sensitive variable-assist, variable-ratio power steering
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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), including electronic brake proportioning and cornering/braking stability enhancement
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xDrive
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Instrumentation and controls |  |
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Multi-function 3-spoke steering wheel with controls for audio system, cruise control, and BLUETOOTH® wireless communication for hands-free telephone1
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Electronic analog speedometer and tachometer and LCD main and trip odometers
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Expanded Check Control vehicle monitor system
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iDrive system with on-board computer and controller
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Exterior temperature display with alarm for freezing temperatures
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BMW Assist integrated wireless communication system
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Vehicle & Key Memory
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Exterior and aerodynamics |  |
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17x 7.5 Star Spoke (Styling 138) cast alloy wheels, 225/50R-17 all-season tires3
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Halogen free-form low-beam headlights
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Automatic headlight control
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Halogen free-form foglights
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Rain-sensing windshield wipers with adjustable speed
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Power adjustable, heated, body-colored side-view mirrors
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Metallic paint
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Chrome Line exterior trim
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Interior seating |  |
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Leatherette upholstery
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10-way power front seats with power head restraints
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2-setting memory system for driver's seat, side-view mirrors, and steering wheel position
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Open storage compartments in all doors and front seatback storage
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Adjustable front center armrest
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Dual center console compartments with provision for phone handset, climate-controlled lower compartment
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Fold-up rear seat center armrest
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Comfort and convenience |  |
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Automatic climate control with separate left/right temperature and air distribution controls, with automatic air recirculation
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Micro-filter ventilation system with replaceable active-charcoal filters
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2-way power glass moonroof with remote, expanded "one-touch" operation, anti-trapping feature, and sliding interior sunshade
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Automatic tilt-down of passenger's side-view mirror (when car is shifted into reverse gear)
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Power tilt and telescopic steering wheel with automatic tilt-up
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Power windows with key-off and "one touch" up and down operation both front and rear, anti-trapping feature, opening from remote, and closing from exterior lock
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Interior courtesy lights with automatic dimming function
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Front map lights and rear reading lights with separate controls for the left and right
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BMW Ambiance Lighting
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Dual front sun visors with illuminated mirrors
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Dual cupholders in front and rear
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Heated driver's door lock and rear window defroster
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Fully finished trunk with drop-down tool kit and interior trunk release
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Power outlet in front passenger's footwell, back of center console, and in trunk
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Glove compartment with rechargeable take-out flashlight
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Safety and security |  |
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Driver's and passenger's front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with dual-threshold deployment, 2-stage Smart Airbags
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Front- and rear-seat Head Protection System (AHPS II)
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Front-door-mounted side-impact airbags
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Front safety belts with automatic tensioners and force limiters
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Automatic-locking retractors (ALR) on all safety belts (for installation of child-restraint seats)
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Interlocking door anchoring system to help protect against door intrusion in side impacts
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Intelligent Safety and Information System (ISIS) for deployment of safety systems
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Impact sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery, turns on hazard lights, interior lights and unlocks doors
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Coded Driveaway Protection (prevents engine start when your key with constantly changing electronic code is not used)
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Remote keyless entry security alarm system with selective unlocking and double-lock feature (programmed at BMW center), remote trunk opening, interior motion detector, and panic feature
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Adaptive Brake Lights
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Audio system |  |
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Anti-theft AM/FM stereo/CD audio system with 10 speakers, Auto-Store, and FM diversity antenna system
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Pre-wiring for BMW center installation of BMW 6-CD changer and BLUETOOTH® wireless communication for hands-free telephone
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BMWMaintenance Program |  |
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Full Maintenance Program covers all factory-recommended maintenance, as determined by the Service Interval Indicator for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. Full Maintenance Program includes items that need replacement due to normal wear and tear, provided wear and tear exceeds BMW specifications. This includes items such as brake pads, brake rotors and wiper blades that are not covered by the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Any adjustments required due to normal operating conditions are also included. For exclusions and limitations, refer to the Service and Warranty Information booklet that came with your new BMW, or see your authorized BMW center for details.
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1 If so equipped.
2 Requires on-board navigation system; not available with Green band
windshield.
3 Spare is a space-saver wheel and tire.
4 Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension
parts are more susceptible to
road hazard and consequential damages. Performance tires not recommended for
driving in
ice and snow.
5 Requires Sport Package.
6 Requires optional Dakota leather upholstery.
7 Requires Cold Weather Package.
8 Pre-wiring required. Please visit your authorized BMW center for details on
equipment.
9 Features depend upon type of front seats.
10 Spare is a space-saver wheel and tire. Due to low-profile tires, please note:
wheels, tires and
suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages.
Performance
tires not recommended for driving in ice and snow. |