Under the Hood
Both engines incorporate direct fuel injection and turbocharging. The xDrive35i uses a new 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder with one turbocharger, while the xDrive50i uses a 4.4-liter V-8 with two. Power ratings are unchanged on the new six-cylinder, but BMW says it is more efficient. BMW says both engines promise minimal turbo lag and a flat torque curve that begins under 2,000 rpm.
300-horsepower, 3.0-liter six-cylinder with 300 pounds-feet of torque
(xDrive35i)
400-hp, 4.4-liter eight-cylinder with 450 pounds-feet of torque (xDrive50i)
New eight-speed automatic transmission
xDrive's Dynamic Performance Control doles out power from front to rear and side
to side, at least among the rear wheels
Differential electronically varies power proactively from a full 50/50 lock to
as much as 100 percent going to either wheel to enhance performance and safety
Adaptive Drive system electronically alters suspension's stiffness between
sport- and comfort-oriented settings to suit different driving conditions
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Voice phone book
Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, it
may be necessary to create your own voice
phone book.
The entries must be entered using voice activation
and are separate from the memory in the
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Locking and unlocking
Locking and unlocking
Pressing the buttons locks and unlocks the
doors and the trunk lid when the front doors are
closed, but they are not secured against theft.
The fuel filler flap remains u ...
Coolant temperature
A warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and
therefore the engine, becomes too hot. In addition,
a message will appear on the Control Display.
Check the coolant level ...