The concept

The iDrive combines the functions of a multitude of switches. Thus, these functions can be operated from a central location.

Using the iDrive during a trip Using the iDrive during a trip

To avoid becoming distracted and posing an unnecessary hazard to your vehicle's occupants and to other road users, never attempt to use the controls or enter information unless traffic and road conditions allow this.

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    Ventilation
    Front ventilation ► Lever for changing the air flow direction, arrow 1. ► Thumbwheels for opening and closing the vents continuously, arrows 2. ► Thumbwheel to vary the tempera ...

    Trunk lid
    In order to avoid damage, make sure there is sufficient clearance before opening the trunk lid. Opening from inside Press the button: the trunk lid opens unless it has been locked. Opening from ...

    The concept
    With Active Protection, critical driving situations that might lead to an accident can be detected. In in these situations, preventative protection measures are automatically undertaken to minimi ...