Technology and Connectivity
BMW iDrive 8 is the most powerful and encompassing technology ever created by BMW. In recent years, there has been a huge increase in the software scopes for the iDrive system. Today, BMW’s iDrive handles a wide array of tasks that extend far beyond a conventional display and operating concept. These range from integrating telematics and connected services to data processing and preparation, connecting to devices and deep integration of third-party apps or projected modes, as well as seamless integration of cloud-based services like BMW Maps.
The BMW Group has been developing the central control unit and software integration platform in-house, entirely on Linux since 2013. Having complete control over software is crucial for creating a stable, upgradeable, high-quality system that distinguishes the brand. In the past, the BMW display and iDrive system has been overhauled on average every three years, a cycle that is roughly half as long as the complete product development cycle for a vehicle. In the era of fast-paced digital development, it is no longer enough to completely update a model’s digital features every three years, and this resulted in a fundamental change of approach in 2018.
The arrival of Remote Software Upgrade means the vehicle is now designed and conceived as a digital platform. So, when a new-generation BMW iDrive is launched, the development work is far from finished. Instead, it acts as the basis for ongoing development during the product life cycle. The interaction between the digital software platform and hardware and the ability to think of this holistically from the moment development starts are vital, as this is the only way of enabling dynamic development. The digital and functional vision aimed for at the end of the life cycle dictates what is required of the hardware in the development phase.
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The BMW 7 Series At A Glance
What is the seating capacity of a BMW 7 Series?
The spacious 2021 BMW 7 Series Sedan allows for seating for five.
Does the 2021 BMW 7 Series Sedan offer all-wheel drive?
The BMW 740i xDrive, 750i xDrive, M760i xDrive, 745e xDrive, and ALPINA B7 Sedans are all equipped with xDrive, BMW’s intelligent all-wheel drive. This system allows you to navigate any road year-round with complete confidence.
What is the curb weight of the 7 Series?
The curb weight ranges from 4,244 lbs in the 2021 BMW 740i Sedan to 5,159 lbs in the 2021 BMW M760i xDrive Sedan.
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BMW How-To shows you how with Comfort Access and Smart opener, both the upper and lower tailgate of your BMW X5 or BMW X7 can be operated automatically. Provided you are carrying the remote control with you, the tailgate can be opened and closed without contact. Electronical devices may cause signal interference. When standing centrally behind your BMW, two sensors detect a kicking foot movement and the tailgate is opened. When pressing the button on the inside of the upper tailgate, both tailgates close automatically. When pressing the ‘lock’ button on the inside of the upper tailgate, both tailgates close and the vehicle is locked after the tailgate has been closed. To do so, the driver’s door must be closed and the remote control must be outside the vehicle in the vicinity of the tailgate.
When pressing the button on the lower tailgate, the lower tailgate opens or closes. With Smart opener, the tailgate can also be closed with the same kicking movement. In the menu, by going to “CAR”, “Settings”, “Doors/Vehicle access”, “Tailgate”, you can change the settings regarding the opening height of the tailgate. Additionally, you can select if you want to only open the upper tailgate or both tailgates when using Smart opener or the interior tailgate button in your BMW. In the Key Button Assignment menu, you can select if you want to operate the upper or both tailgates with the remote control.
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The 2022 BMW M5 CS is more than another high-performance four-door sedan. With a 2.9 second 0-60 mph time, it’s the fastest production BMW in history. And that’s not just straight-line acceleration – it’s also the fastest road-ready BMW sedan around the Nürburgring.
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Sure, every Certified Pre-Owned BMW is rigorously inspected, backed by an up to 6 year/100,000 mile Protection Plan, and is one of the smartest buys on the road today. But first, it’s a legendary BMW – a drive like no other. So stop by a BMW center and experience all the joys of a Certified Pre-Owned BMW.
The only thing better than a Pre-Owned BMW? A Certified Pre-Owned BMW
So what does a pre-owned BMW have to do in order to achieve Certified status? A later model with less than 60,000 miles, a Certified Pre-Owned BMW is tested against our comprehensive Certified Pre-Owned vehicle inspection checklist by a BMW-trained technician, where everything from how the engine performs to the operation of the glove box is scrutinized. And every Certified Pre-Owned BMW also comes with a vehicle history report available for viewing on your BMW center website.
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In this video, BMW How-To will show you where and how to change the settings of your Head-Up Display.
Depending on model, the Head-Up Display in your BMW projects important information into the driver’s field of vision.
Depending on model, it can be found at the top of your dashboard, projecting it on the windshield.
In BMWs with Operating System 7 you can switch it on or off by going to “CAR”, “Settings”, “Displays”, “Head-up display” and check the box “Head-up display”. The brightness automatically adapts to the ambient light, but can also be manually adjusted under “Brightness”. Press “Height” and change until the desired height is obtained. The height of the Head-Up Display will also be saved with the memory function. Press “Rotation” to rotate the Head-Up Display. This way, the Head-Up Display is visible for sunglasses with certain polarisation filters.
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