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Performance and Efficiency |
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3.0-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline 255-horsepower 6-cylinder engine with composite magnesium/aluminum engine block, Valvetronic, and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing
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3-stage air intake manifold
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Electronic throttle control
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6-speed manual transmission
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Handling and Braking |
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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), including Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant, Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features, with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
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Run-Flat Combination (RFC) wheel tire system with Tire Pressure Warning1
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High-rigidity body/chassis unit with aluminum hood
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Strut-type front suspension with forged aluminum lower arms and hydraulic cushions
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Central Link rear suspension with cast-aluminum upper transverse links
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Acoustically decoupled final drive with hydraulic rear mount
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Vehicle-speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering
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4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, ventilated front and rear, vacuum-assisted
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Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars
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Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers
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Exterior and aerodynamics |  |
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17x8.0 Star Spoke (Styling 200) light-alloy wheels and 225/45R-17 run-flat performance tires1
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Halogen high- and low-beam headlights
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Foglights
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Heated windshield-washer jets
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Heated outside mirrors
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White side-turn indicator lenses behind BMW logo roundels
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Heated glass rear window
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Instrumentation and Controls |  |
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Electronic analog instrumentation
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LCD main and trip odometers
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Service Interval Indicator with miles-to-service readout
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4-function on-board computer
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Outside temperature display
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Power windows with "one-touch" push-pull open/close for driver
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Automatic climate control with activated-charcoal micro-filter ventilation and automatic recirculation control
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Rain-sensing windshield wipers and Automatic headlight control
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Comfort and Convenience |  |
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Remote entry with multi-function remote control, including remote trunk or hatchback release
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Cruise control
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Glove compartment; storage space in doors and behind seats
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Dual power outside mirrors
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6-way manually adjustable sport seats
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Leather-covered multi-functional sport steering wheel
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Center arm pad
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Dual cupholders
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Electric interior trunk or hatchback release
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Courtesy lights with fade-in/fade-out feature, and actuation from remote control
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Audio |  |
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THXTM Certified premium audio system with upgraded audio power and MP3 capabilities, Carver technology and 10 audiophile-quality speakers including 2 subwoofers
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Pre-wiring for CD changer and alarm system
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Safety and Security |  |
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Dual-airbag Supplementary Restraint System with 2-stage "smart" airbags
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Automatic safety-belt pretensioners and force limiters
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Isofix attachment of child-restraint safety seat
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Active Knee Protection
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Disable switch for passenger's-side airbag with indicator light
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Interior and Seating Trim |  |
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High Performance Leather Upholstery
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Brushed Light Aluminum Interior Trim
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Safety and Security |  |
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Side-impact airbags
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Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
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Battery Safety Terminal and automatic fuel-pump shutoff upon severe accident impact
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Intelligent Safety and Information System (ISIS) for deployment of safety systems
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Central locking system with double-lock anti-theft feature, selective unlocking and interior locking switch
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Coded Driveaway Protection
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Adaptive Brake Lights
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BMW Maintenance Program |  |
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BMW Maintenance Program covers all factory-recommended maintenance on all new MY 2004 and later BMW vehicles, as determined by the Service Interval Indicator, for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever come first. Exclusions from coverage: gasoline, gasoline additives, windshield washer fluids and additives, lights, tires, wheels, wheel alignment, tire balancing and rotation. All work must be performed by an authorized BMW center. See the Service and Warranty Information booklet for more specific terms, conditions and limitations. Further information can be obtained from your local authorized BMW center.
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Performance and Efficiency |
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6-speed STEPTRONIC4 automatic transmission with Adaptive Transmission Control and steering-wheel-mounted manual shift paddles
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Exterior and aerodynamics |
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Xenon headlights with auto-leveling
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Metallic paint
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Headlight washers
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Instrumentation and Controls |
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BMW on-board navigation system
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Comfort and Convenience |
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8-way power seats with 3-way driver's-seat memory
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M sport seats with more pronounced side bolsters for lateral support6
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3-stage, thermostatically controlled heated seats
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Interior and Seating Trim |
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Extended High Performance Leather upholstery
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Light Poplar Grain Wood Interior Trim7
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Dark Poplar Grain Wood Interior Trim7
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Audio |  |
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iPod Seamless Integrated System2
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SIRIUS Satellite Radio2
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Safety and Security |  |
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BMW AssistTM 2 with Bluetooth® wireless technology
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Optional Packages |  |
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Premium Package |  |
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8-way power seats with 3-way driver's-seat memory
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BMW Assist2 with Bluetooth® wireless technology
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Automatic-dimming inside and exterior mirrors
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Elastic nets on passenger side of center tunnel and on back of each seat (Storage Package)
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Xenon Headlights with auto-leveling
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Sport Package |  |
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Dynamic Driving Control (Sport Button)5
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18 x 8.0 front/18 x 8.5 rear Star Spoke (Style 203) light-alloy wheels and 225/40R-18 front, 255/35R-18 rear run-flat1 performance tires3
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Sport suspension
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