BMW 318I - BROCHRUE 2010 User manual

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BMW  Series
Coupé
www.bmw.com
THE BMW  SERIES COUPÉ.
JOY DEFINES THE IDEAL LINE.
Sheer
Driving Pleasure
BMW EfficientDynamics
Less emissions. More driving pleasure.

Perfect moments are rare. That’s what makes them so precio s. It’s hard to describe that feeling when everything’s right.
It’s something one has to experience. It’s the same with the BMW  Series Co pé. An embodiment of timeless bea ty, this
a tomobile makes its mark with ef� cient engines, sporty looks and a fascinating headlight design. It epitomises sheer dynamism
and elegance. Discover the BMW  Series Co pé and see for yo rself how yo can make that perfect moment a permanent
part of yo r life.
ALWAYS LOOKING FOR
THAT PERFECT MOMENT.

Contents04 05
The BMW  Series Coupé
JOY FINDS
THE PERFECT MOMENT.
Tech nol ogy
ENGINEERING
FASCINATION.
Equipment
AS INDIVIDUAL
AS YOUR DREAMS.
 Exterior
Dynamism in its most perfect form.
 Experience tomorrow, today
Advanced design, using pioneering
technology.
 Interior
Quality, space and ambience.
 Welcome aboard
An interior design to make
you feel good.
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 BMW EfficientDynamics
The technology package for reduced
fuel consumption and emissions.
 Engines
Maximum performance combined with
minimum fuel consumption.
 Chassis and safety
Systems for enhanced safety and
driving enjoyment.
 BMW ConnectedDrive
Intelligent networking for more safety,
convenience and infotainment.
 Fascination
Join touring car champion Andy Priaulx
on a drive through the “Green Hell”.
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 BMW M Sports package
 Exterior colours
 Upholstery colours
 Interior colours and interior trims
 Standard/optional equipment
 Original BMW Accessories
Multi-faceted and individual.
 BMW Individual
Exclusivity, tailored to your wishes.
www.bmw.com
Overviews
A SUMMARY OF THE
BMW  SERIES COUPÉ.
 Equipment tables
 Technical data
 BMW Service and
BMW brand highlights
Exclusive offers for BMW customers.
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Equipment of model shown: BMW i Coupé
Engine: BMW TwinPower Turbo
six-cylinder in-line petrol engine
Max. output:  kW ( hp)
Wheels: " light-alloy wheels, star-spoke  with mixed tyres
Exterior colour: Vermilion Red metallic
Upholstery: Dakota leather Black
Interior trim: Fine Brushed Aluminium
For information on fuel consumption and COemissions
please see p.  | .
A MODEL
ATHLETE.
Speed, dynamism and stamina – the Coupé is the athlete within the
BMW  Series family.
In athletics, it is not the strongest, biggest and heaviest competitor
who wins. To reach the top, you need a combination of technique,
power and endurance.
This is where the BMW  Series Coupé excels. BMW engineers
scrutinise its body-mass index more than that of any other BMW 
Series. A balanced front-rear weight distribution and powerful engines
are equally high priorities. Having an equal amount of weight on the
front and rear axles ensures precise cornering. Powerful, responsive
engines make for exhilarating acceleration. In the BMW i Coupé,
drivers can experience a state-of-the-art engine. Despite having the
same power output as its predecessor, the BMW TwinPower Turbo
six-cylinder in-line petrol unit with High Precision Injection now
consumes up to . litres less per  km. The two diesel engines
available for the BMW  Series Coupé – the d and d – do not
just consume less fuel, they also offer increased power. The engine
is the heart of every BMW. Engine design is at the centre of the entire
BMW EfficientDynamics strategy, optimising the transformation of
fuel into driving enjoyment. This is an experience that can be savoured
every day in the BMW  Series Coupé.
Editorial

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The design of the BMW  Series Coupé makes every heart beat faster.
With its expressive front and rear aprons, side skirts and the typical BMW
kidney grille. The LED lights harmonise perfectly with the design. The
entire vehicle simply radiates joy. In this way, the BMW  Series Coupé
makes a visual promise of sheer driving pleasure. And as you might have
expected, this is exactly what this BMW delivers.
JOY AT
F I R S T S I G H T.

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Less emissions. More driving pleasure.
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THE MOST SUSTAINABLE COMBINATION
OF EFFICIENCY AND DYNAMIC ABILITY.

SEE THE ROAD
I N A N E W L I G H T.
How to turn seeing and being seen into a real joy: the headlight design
of the BMW  Series Coupé is just as impressive as that of the taillights.
The Xenon Headlights feature optional LED elements, while the taillights
include LED elements as standard. Four brilliant white light rings lend the
daytime running lights an unmistakeable look, making the BMW  Series
Coupé stand out against the competition. In this way, innovative lighting
technology maximises driving enjoyment – day and night.
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The mos impor an prerequisi e for an exhilara ing drive is superior roadholding. This is why
he ligh weigh chassis has been perfec ly ma ched o he engine. For an even spor ier drive,
he BMW i Coupé is op ionally also available wi h a -speed spor s au oma ic ransmission
wi h double clu ch, enabling gearshif s wi hou any in errup ion of power, for signi� can ly fas er
accelera ion. The way all he sys ems have been coordina ed wi h each o her is some hing you
feel immedia ely – in he precision of he op ional Ac ive S eering, he spor y handling, he
op imised vibra ion comfor and above all he direc road feedback. So here is no hing o
dis rac you from your BMW driving enjoymen .
AESTHETIC LOOKS.
ATHLETHIC PERFORMANCE.

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Sporting elegance defines the exterior of the BMW  Series Coupé. It begins with the characteristic kidney
grille, the short overhangs and the elongated bonnet. Everything about this vehicle epitomises pure driving
enjoyment, creating a design of timeless beauty. The low roof line and the distinctive shoulder line find their
conclusion in the stylish tail. Powerfully sculpted surfaces and elegant contours combine to create typical
BMW dynamism.
RECOGNISING A TIMELESS DESIGN
ONLY TAKES A SPLIT SECOND.

SAFETY – EXCITING AND REASSURING
AT THE SAME TIME.
Perhaps the best thing about
driving the BMW  Series Coupé
is the feeling of relaxation it
engenders – the proverbial driving
pleasure. It is not just the
supremely stiff occupant cell that
will make you feel reassuringly safe.
A comprehensive airbag system
and active headrests do their part
to allow you to enjoy carefree
driving: on the safe side of the road.

The projection screen (top) shows, with millimetre precision, what the future
automobile will look like. Details can be enlarged to any desired magnification.
EXPERIENCE
TOMORROW,
TODAY.
To create the perfect automobile, BMW designers and engineers
do much of their work in a computer-generated virtual reality.
This enables early design verification, shortening development
cycles and saving resources.
The future automobile can be viewed from any perspective. You can zoom
in and out, and turn the car in any direction. You can open the doors, or
look under the bonnet. You can even get in and take a seat. But this
automobile, as convincing as it may look, is not made of metal and plastic –
it consists of data, an unimaginably huge amount of data, converted into
spatial images by high-performance computers. They feel as real as
reality, even though they are only a simulation. Virtual Reality (VR) is the
watchword of today’s automotive engineers. In the past, it was necessary
to create several prototypes in order to test various modules. Today,
designers, developers and product engineers in the BMW Research
and Innovation Centre work on a single digital model which they optimise
on screen. This protects the environment, lowers costs and shortens the
development cycle.
How to turn the two dimensions of a screen display into three: in the
so-called CAVE (below) the driver feels as though they were actually
sitting in a car and driving through a landscape. In this way, the cockpit
ergonomics for example can be tested.
In addition VR enables the early assessment of design alternatives. Each
design can be visually represented, evaluated and compared. A D model
is generated based on the design. To do this, the computer subdivides
the vehicle into tiny triangles, or polygons, placing over the design a virtual
grid which describes the car’s geometry.
In this virtual world, designers and engineers can view the future automobile
and can move around in it. In the so-called CAVE (Cave Automated Virtual
Environment) the observer, sitting on a car seat, is surrounded by walls
that have real-time moving images projected onto them. In this way,
the viewer gains the realistic impression of a cockpit with all its switches,
displays and a natural landscape surrounding the car. A radio signal provided
by special D glasses tells the computers what the person is currently
looking at, and a data glove enables them to operate the car’s controls.
This allows verification of the cockpit’s layout and ergonomics. The software
is so clever that it even displays light reflections in the car’s windows and
the quality of the materials. In this way, the designers can enjoy their first
test drive before the first prototype is built.
Despite its amazing degree of realism, virtual reality is only one tool in
the design and development of a new automobile. It is no substitute for
creativity, experience and intuition. Even today, every automobile design
begins with a sketch – still the quickest way to visualise an idea. And of
course the designer also has to be able to see and work on a full-scale
clay model, to get a sense for the feel of the design and to be able to
develop and perfect the unmistakable character of every new BMW.
The computer has simplified and accelerated much in the design
process, but for a final understanding designers still need to be able
to touch and feel the actual design in the form of a physical model.

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In the BMW  Series Coupé, you benefit from a very exclusive
environment, wherever you go. The vehicle interior is defined by quality
materials and superior workmanship. And you can choose from a wide
variety of special equipment. If you enjoy fast corners, for example, the
optional sports seatswill provide you with optimum lateral support.
DEFINED BY HIGH-QUALITY MATERIALS.
CREATED FOR DISCERNING DRIVERS.
Sports seats only available in conjunction with optional upholstery.

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Navigation has never been so easy. In conjunction with one of the optional
navigation systems, the BMW  Series Coupé comes with iDrive. This
handles for example the control of all entertainment and communication
functions and sets new standards in operating comfort. It’s a level of
comfort that applies to everything in this cockpit, which is all about
ergonomic design and intuitive operation. You can also choose from
various optional BMW ConnectedDrive functions, such as the handy USB
audio port. Regardless which of the exclusive equipment options you
select, you will find that every detail in the BMW  Series Coupé is a
source of joy.
www.bmw.com/ConnectedDrive
FROM HERE YOU CAN REACH
ANY DESTINATION.

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Who says that you have to compromise for
a sporty look? The two comfortable rear seats
leave nothing to be desired. Rear ventilation is
available as an option, for added comfort (only
in conjunction with the optional automatic air
conditioning). A special design element that
emphasises the four-seater character of the
BMW  Series Coupé is the continuous centre
console. Its upper surface doubles as a
comfortable armrest. So whether you are the
driver, front passenger or a rear passenger: in
the BMW  Series Coupé, you will always feel
like you have the best seat in the house.
THAT’S HOW BEAUTIFUL
HOSPITALITY CAN BE.

WELCOME
ABOARD.
Get in and enjoy. Quality materials, excellent workmanship
and a sporting, elegant design combine to make a supremely
stylish interior.
In creating the interior design for the BMW  Series Coupé, an
important goal was to achieve ideal ergonomics and a perfect look and
feel, to make the interior a place that the driver and passengers really
enjoy spending time in. Which is why the sophisticated interior
equipment delights both the eye and the touch.
A special treatment process ensures that the leather remains soft and
supple, while at the same time being extremely durable. By the way, on
a BMW seat, the leather is not fully stretched, but retains a little give. It
is gathered rather than pulled tight. This makes it more pleasant to
the touch. Leather needs a little bit of play in order for its finest qualities
to come to the fore. The manmade materials used in the interior are of a
particularly high quality as well. With their embossing, grain and coating,
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it is almost as though they caress the skin whenever one touches them.
The wood trims use wood from sustainable plantations. Their fascinating
grain makes every piece an original, as unique as a person’s fingerprint.
These are just three examples of the care, perfection and eye for detail
that have gone into designing the interior of the BMW  Series Coupé.
Many other examples could be added to the list. New equipment
options for the BMW  Series Coupé include the Bamboo Grain
Anthracite interior trim. Bamboo, a traditional material people have used
for thousands of years, is currently experiencing a revival. In Asia, this
fast-growing plant is considered a symbol of long life, friendship and
purity. The entire interior design with its harmonious curves creates a
generous, spacious feel: an interior that is marked by sporting elegance
and aesthetic appeal as much as by an atmosphere of reassuring
comfort.
The image shows BMW Individual equipment. For further information
see
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➊INDIVIDUAL REAR SEATS
offer perfect lateral support and lots of headroom – thanks to their
low seating position – for supreme comfort on the rear seats.
If required, the rear centre console can optionally be fitted with
additional air vents and footwell lights.
➋ELECTRIC SEATBELT HANDOVER
moves the seatbelts from the B-pillar to within the driver’s and
front passenger’s reach when the key is in the ignition and the
doors have been closed.
➌ACTIVE HEADRESTS
minimise the risk of injury to the neck vertebrae in the event
of a rear-end collision.
➍FOLDABLE STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
in the door trims afford plentiful storage space. The compartments
have three subdivisions. Their contents cannot be seen from
outside.
➎SPORTS LEATHER STEERING WHEEL
with multifunction buttons enables operation of the radio and
telephone without having to take one’s hands off the wheel. The
steering wheel features a very ergonomic design for perfect grip.
➏AMBIENT LIGHTING
provided by hidden light strips in the door and side trim above
the armrests is available as an option, spreading warm, indirect
light throughout the entire vehicle.
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BMW EfficientDynamics30 31
BMW EFFICIENT DYNAMICS –
A LITTLE GOES A LONG WAY.
Fuel-efficient vehicles accelerate
from  to  km/h in . seconds.
Fuel-efficient vehicles are extremely
aerodynamic. Fuel-efficient
vehicles cause excitement even
when parked.
Sports cars require only . litres
of diesel fuel per  kilometres.
Sports cars are fuelled from a
wall socket.
Fuel-efficient sports cars like the
BMW Vision EfficientDynamics
concept car make the impossible
possible. And demonstrate that
a combination of highly efficient
mobility and pure emotion can
soon become a reality.
High Precision Injection –
direct petrol injection.
In this latest-generation direct
petrol injection system, the Piezo
injectors are positioned very close
to the spark plugs. They inject fuel
at high pressure, and with extreme
precision, enabling very efficient
combustion.
Valvetronic.
The Valvetronic valve control
system improves engine response
and refinement and helps to reduce
fuel consumption considerably. The
system provides fully variable lift
adjustment of the inlet valves.
Auto Start/Stop function.
BMW four-cylinder engines with
-speed manual transmission
automatically shut down when the
vehicle comes to a stop and the
driver operates the clutch to shift
into neutral. The engine restarts as
soon as the clutch is activated
again. This innovation significantly
reduces fuel consumption,
especially in urban traffic.
Tyres with reduced rolling
resistance.
While driving, tyres are constantly
changing shape. This uses up
energy and thus fuel. Tyres with
reduced rolling resistance minimise
the tyre’s changes in shape by
means of an optimised design and
the use of special materials in
the tread.
BMW are passionate
about researching and
developing innovations
that ensure advanced
and efficient mobility.
Which is why the
BMW  Series Coupé,
like every BMW, comes
with the comprehensive,
multi-award-winning
BMW EfficientDynamics
technology package. The
BMW EfficientDynamics
features are perfectly
matched to reduce
fuel consumption and
COemissions while
maximising engine output
and dynamic performance.
Less emissions, more
driving pleasure –
a contradiction that BMW
has resolved once and
for all. It makes for happy
drivers while benefiting
the environment.
BMW EfficientDynamics
saves money and CO.
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-speed sports automatic
transmission with double
clutch.
This transmission enables
lightning-fast gearshifts without any
interruption of power. In automatic
mode, it provides considerable fuel
savings by selecting the ideal gear
for every situation with speed and
precision (optionally available for
the BMW i Coupé).
Optimum Shift Indicator.
Shifting gears at the right time is
one of the easiest and most
effective ways to save fuel. This is
where the Optimum Shift Indicator
used in conjunction with the
-speed manual gearbox comes
in. It shows the driver which gear
to change to in order to save fuel.
Electric Power Steering.
Unlike conventional, hydraulic
steering systems, electric power
steering only draws power during
actual steering movements. When
the steering wheel position is
constant, the electric motor is
inactive.
Brake Energy Regeneration.
Brake Energy Regeneration
means that the alternator normally
only generates electricity when
the driver takes his foot off the
accelerator or brakes – making
productive use of excess kinetic
energy to feed the battery.
BMW EfficientDynamics
Less emissions. More driving pleasure.
Some BMW EfficientDynamics features are equipment-dependent and not available for all model
variants. Your BMW partner will be pleased to advise you of the relevant equipment details.

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The petrol engines. Power, refinement and great
revving ability are the hallmarks of every BMW engine.
It goes without saying that all engine options for the
BMW  Series Coupé were designed in line with our
BMW EfficientDynamics philosophy. This unique
package of intelligent features reduces fuel
consumption while increasing efficiency. So whichever
engine you end up selecting, you can already be sure
that it will provide you with maximum driving enjoyment
and equally great efficiency.
www.bmw.com/SeriesCoupe/efficiency
BMW i TwinPower Turbo.
This petrol engine benefits from
advanced BMW TwinPower Turbo
technology. Unique in the world,
this drive concept combines a
TwinScroll turbocharger, Valvetronic
and High Precision Injection with a
six-cylinder in-line engine. The result
is an innovative package which saves
a considerable amount of fuel while
at the same time providing impressive
power which, measured against an
average fuel consumption of just
. litresper  km, is among
the best in this segment:  kW
( hp), a maximum torque of
 Nm available from an extremely
low engine speed of , rpm,
and acceleration from  to  km/h
in just . seconds.
EVERYTHING REVOLVES AROUND JOY.
SEVERAL THOUSAND TIMES PER MINUTE.
Over the combined EU test cycle.
For information on fuel consumption and COemissions please see pages  | .
BMW i.
The refined BMW i delivers
 kW ( hp)and is very fuel-
efficient. Double-VANOS ensures
an ideal torque curve across the entire
rev range. Average fuel consumption
of this six-cylinder model: . litres
per  kilometres. It accelerates
from  to  km/h in . seconds
and has a top speed of  km/h
(electronically limited). This is another
engine which benefits from High
Precision Injection.
BMW i.
This six-cylinder in-line petrol
engine is especially economical.
It requires an average of just
. l i tr e sper  kilometres.
 kW ( hp)of power ensure
outstanding dynamic performance:
 to  km/h in . seconds, and a
top speed of  km/h (electronically
limited). Another advantage of this
engine is the ride comfort it provides:
Double-VANOS distributes torque
evenly across all rev ranges, while
High Precision Injection adds to the
overall refinement.
BMW i.
This four-cylinder in-line engine
features High Precision Injection
technology for astounding efficiency
and delivers  kW ( hp)with
a fuel consumption of just . litres
per  km. Equipped with Double-
VANOS, the lightweight aluminium
engine guarantees ideal torque
across all engine speeds. Impressive:
acceleration from  to  km/h
in . seconds, and a top speed of
 km/h.
BMW i.
The free-revving four-cylinder
unit produces  kW ( hp),
enabling the BMW to sprint from
 to  km/h in . seconds,
with a top speed of  km/h.
Fuel efficiency is remarkable,
with an average fuel consumption
of . litresper  km.
The new BMW i Coupé with TwinPower Turbo
technology: maximum output combined with minimum
fuel consumption.
 , , , ,
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BMW d.
The BMW TwinPower Turbo six-
cylinder in-line diesel engine is a
unique powerplant for the BMW
 Series Coupé: dynamic, free-
revving and powerful. Capable of
immediate response at low revs,
while also delivering tremendous
top-end ability. Boasting  kW
( hp)of power and a maximum
torque of  Nm from as early as
, rpm, the BMW d is one
of the sportiest diesels in the world.
With an electronically limited top
speed of  km/h, this engine
accelerates the BMW from  to
 km/h in just . seconds.
The diesel engines.
All the BMW  Series
Coupé diesel models
impress with their refined
power and superlative
efficiency. State-of-the-art
Common Rail technology
combines smooth running
and efficiency with
immediate response and
tremendous revving ability.
All available variants
feature a lightweight
aluminium design and
come with a maintenance-
free particle filter as
standard. You have a
choice between three six-
cylinder in-line engines
and one four-cylinder
model.
BMW d.
This dynamic six-cylinder in-line
engine has a .-litre capacity and
provides  kW ( hp)of po we r,
catapulting the BMW from  to
 km/h in just . seconds. Its
maximum torque of  Nm will
thrill you time and again, just like
its very modest fuel consumption
of just . litresof diesel per
 kilometres.
BMW d.
This .-litre engine has an
output of  kW ( hp)and
provides superior flexibility and
refinement. Its maximum torque of
 Nm is available from just ,
rpm. The BMW d accelerates
from  to  km/h in . seconds
and has a top speed of  km/h.
Average fuel consumption is .
litresof diesel per  kilometres.
BMW d.
With an output of  kW ( hp)
and  Nm of torque available
from , rpm to , rpm,
this four-cylinder diesel engine
provides powerful acceleration
while using an average of just .
litresof diesel per  km. One
contributing factor: the Auto Start/
Stop functionin conjunction with
the -speed manual transmission,
which turns off the engine
whenever it requires no power, e.g.
when stopping at a traffic light.
Performance figures:  to  km/h
in . seconds, and a top speed of
 km/h.
For information on fuel consumption and COemissions please see pages  | .
Over the combined EU test cycle.
For four-cylinder models in conjunction with -speed manual transmission.
 , , , , ,
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Power (kW )
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Setting standards in terms of fuel efficiency and
output – the engine in the BMW d Coupé.

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Active Steering.
Every bend is different. That is why
the Active Steering system,
available as an option for the six-
cylinder models, adjusts both
steering ratio and steering force as
a function of road speed. At low
speeds – for example when parking –
two turns of the steering wheel are
enough to go from lock to lock. At
higher speeds, the steering wheel
must be turned further to achieve
the same effect, enhancing
stability.
Not in conjunction with xDrive.
-speed sports automatic
transmission with double
clutch.
This innovative transmission
(optionally available for the
BMW i Coupé) has two
separate clutches for the odd
and even gears. When one gear
is disengaged, the next one is
already engaged – minimising
shift times, and maximising
precision. So you can accelerate
without any interruption of power,
just like in a sports car.
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speedtransmission
xDrive.
The best-selling all-wheel drive in
the premium segment: whatever
you encounter on the road – leaves,
wetness or snow – with the
optional and intelligent xDrive all-
wheel drive system and Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC), your BMW
remains stable and safely on track.
As soon as xDrive detects any
tendency towards understeer or
oversteer, based on data such as
steering wheel angle and wheel
speeds, the system responds with
lightning speed. Using an
electronically controlled multi-plate
clutch, it redistributes drive torque
between the front and rear wheels
within fractions of a second in order
to ensure optimum traction at all
times.
Performance Control.
This system is part of xDrive, the
BMW all-wheel drive system. It
enhances cornering behaviour by
means of dynamic engine and
brake interventions. Performance
Control optimises engine power
management by gently braking the
inner rear wheel in a bend, while
simultaneously increasing drive
torque to the outer rear wheel. This
enables dynamic cornering with
maximum traction.
The BMW  Series Coupé features a whole host of innovative technologies
to help you get the most out of each drive. Together, they ensure that you enjoy
maximum driving pleasure, in maximum safety.
THE FEELING OF DRIVING THE BMW  SERIES COUPÉ
IS BEYOND DESCRIPTION.
ITS TECHNOLOGY ISN’T.
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC).
Highly sensitive sensors track
vehicle status on a permanent,
practically real-time basis and
optimise directional stability and
traction as required, via engine and
brake management interventions.
This makes it easier to control
the vehicle in poor conditions,
enhancing both safety and driving
pleasure.
Lightweight chassis.
The almost perfect / front-
rear weight distribution ensures
that the BMW  Series Coupé
stays safely on track, with neutral
steering, high directional stability
and superb traction. Together, all
these systems ensure a level of
dynamic performance that offers a
very intense driving experience. In
addition, the aluminium double-joint
trailing-arm front axle increases
dynamic ability, while ensuring
superb ride comfort.
Airbags.
In a BMW, airbags and other safety
features complement each other
p e r f e c t l y . S i x a i r b a g s o f f e r s p e c i fi c
protection: the driver and front
passenger airbags, the front-to-
rear head airbags, and the front
side airbags.
Occupant cell.
The body uses high-strength
materials and an optimised
structural design to ensure a
maximum of passive safety in
the event of a front, side or tail-
end collision. Thanks to defined
deformation zones, the body
structure can absorb impact
forces, helping to protect the
occupants.

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BMW CONNECTED DRIVE*:
INTELLIGENT NETWORKING OF
DRIVER, CAR AND ENVIRONMENT.
The IT revolution has changed the way we live. For
BMW drivers, it has become normal to view their
vehicle as another networked component of their lives
– they expect to be able to access information on the
go, communicate via phone or e-mail, and keep up
with the latest news. The term BMW ConnectedDrive
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* May not be available in all countries.
therefore comprises all packages and innovative
technologies that enable the networking of BMW
vehicles and their occupants with the outside
world, including the immediate traffic environment.
BMW ConnectedDrive innovations optionally
enhance convenience, infotainment and safety.
“On long journeys, I don’t always
want to have to look at the speedometer.
Not a problem with Active Cruise Control.”
Active cruise control.
This option enables comfortable driving at a pre-selected speed. When
driving in columns of traffic, your BMW automatically adapts to the speed
of the preceding vehicle and uses its radar sensor to maintain a pre-set
distance. The braking function ensures that the desired speed is maintained
even when travelling downhill (not for four-cylinder models).
Convenience.
* May not be available in all countries.
Comfort access.
Comfort access enables you to open, lock and start your car without
having to touch the remote control. As soon as you touch the exterior
handle of the driver or front passenger door or the luggage compartment
lid, a radio connection is established between the car and the remote
control unit to verify its ID. If verification is successful, the central locking
system unlocks the car, and the door or luggage compartment lid opens.
If the remote control unit is recognised by one of the aerials in the vehicle
interior, the engine can be started by pressing the START/STOP button –
again without using a key.