Active cruise control, the side all - wheel drive and the latest
iDrive navigation system (complete with the extremely easy to use, smartphone-esque touchpad interface on top of the rotary controller) are all nice goodies to have, but they do set you back $ 1,200, $ 2,000 and $ 1,950 respectively.
The iDrive navigation system also has a new ECO PRO mode, where if used instead of the traditional shortest or fastest route, takes you through the most fuel efficient road to your destination.
Other improvements to the entire 5 Series lineup - including the Gran Turismo models - include revised front and rear styling, standard adaptive xenon high - intensity - discharge headlamps and
an iDrive navigation system with a tracing pad for direct character input.
Not exact matches
Infiniti's
navigation system also handily beats
iDrive for ease of use and speed.
If you want
navigation, you'll have to order the dreaded
iDrive, which has a neatly integrated monitor in the center of the instrument panel.
The premium sound performs well with the top down and features such as
navigation and
idrive are easy to use.
Be prepared for frequent missteps when programming the
navigation system or finding a radio station — unless, of course, you have been training in the art of
iDrive for the past six years.
The extensive suit of technological functions and amenities includes heated seats, climate control, a heads up display, keyless entry with BMW's smart key, and the
iDrive infotainment integrating the
navigation system.
The available
navigation system gets the latest version of
iDrive, which includes a text - input touchpad on the knob controller.
Models with the available
navigation system get a new
iDrive controller with a text - input touchpad.
iDrive started out as a convoluted mess of a system, but has evolved over its various generations to become one of the best
navigation and entertainment systems on the market.
A digital instrument panel is now standard, and the standard
navigation system now includes a touchpad for the
iDrive controller.
New for 2014 The 6 Series gets an updated version of BMW's
iDrive controller system that brings revised graphics, new menu interfaces, upgraded
navigation and a dictation service for composing short messages.
The 6 Series gets an updated version of BMW's
iDrive controller system that brings revised graphics, new menu interfaces, upgraded
navigation and a dictation service for composing short messages.
Not only this, but you can tell her to set a destination in your car's
navigation, and by the time you have opened the door of your BMW, she will have already sent the information to the
iDrive system.
A 6.5 - inch electronic screen furnishes instrumentation in front of the driver, while a 10.2 - inch screen displays audio,
navigation and the usual
iDrive functions.
Standard equipment on the 740e includes LED headlights, ambiance exterior lighting, BMW Display Key, ConnectedDrive
navigation package, smartphone integration, and
iDrive infotainment system with gesture controls.
There's an electronic display screen atop the dash — with and without
navigation — and a standard
iDrive controller surrounded by seven support buttons.
It also circles the optional
navigation system, which has a beautiful 8.8 - inch screen operated by BMW's
iDrive controller.
The same goes for the
iDrive system, the knob - based interface that controls the
navigation system, stereo and more.
BMW overhauled the earlier X5
navigation system's wretched
iDrive controller for 2011.
A rotary knob on the center console of the CX - 5 controls the audio and
navigation systems, much like BMW's
iDrive and Audi's MMI.
The driver of said Phantom will be rewarded a bit more with the Series II: the new car has an updated GPS
navigation system with 3D graphics, a larger, 8.8 - inch LCD screen, and a revised multi-function controller (a la
iDrive).
Metallic rings grace the dual - zone climate controls, and BMW's
iDrive system operates the
navigation and entertainment systems.
Switching between the integrated iPod interface, the
navigation system, and Bluetooth makes BMW «s
iDrive look impressive.
The optional Bose sound system was «exemplary,» and, unlike BMW «s much - denigrated
iDrive, the SRX's touch - screen
navigation system was «as straightforward as Nebraska and dead simple to use.»
The 740i delivers the essentials —
navigation, heated seats, and a rearview camera — as well as rich touches like the ceramic
iDrive controller and the matte wood trim.
BMW «s
iDrive makes its first Z4 appearance here (with the optional
navigation system), and this latest version, with more dedicated buttons making for less menu surfing, now actually borders on user - friendly.
The multifunction
navigation screen won't dazzle you with its graphics and the touch points are small but there is a redundant
iDrive - style knob controller on the console that works well.
For the tech side, BMW offers Teleservice, the latest
iDrive 4.2 system, Radio BMW Professional, optional
navigation with touchpad, and available Head - up display.
A prominent central screen with
iDrive interface, voice - commanded
navigation, BMW Assist, and an extraordinary sound system allow you to stay connected as you confidently take on your day in this X5!
The
iDrive 6.0 system lets you access radio,
navigation, and more all from a standard onboard computer touchscreen.
The 2010 BMW 650i's standard features include a dual automatic climate control system, DVD - based
navigation with
iDrive integrated controller, a multifunction steering wheel, power tilt and telescoping steering column, programmable keyless remote entry, corner - following xenon Adaptive Headlights, Adaptive Brake Lights (that indicate your stopping intensity to vehicles following behind), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), electronically - modulated Active Roll Stabilization, Dynamic Driving Control (that quickens throttle and shift responses), advanced anti-lock brakes, run - flat tires and a no - charge choice between a six - speed manual or six - speed Sport automatic transmission.
When equipped with the optional nav system, the
iDrive Controller comes with a touchpad, which allows front - seat occupants to use their finger to write letters for text inputs, such as a
navigation destination.
Z4s equipped with satellite
navigation received the reworked
iDrive infotainment system, featuring more shortcut buttons than previous iterations, making it much simpler to use whilst on the move.
Standard features include 10 - way power adjustable front seats with a 3 - stage heating system, leather upholstery, a wood trimmed dashboard, a powered moonroof, a power rear liftgate, automatic climate control, rear parking sensors, power folding rearview mirrors, a
navigation system operated via BMW's
iDrive system, a 10.2 - inch screen and 19 - inch wheels.
The
navigation system also comes with a touchpad on
iDrive knob that allows you write phone numbers, your contact names and all your
navigation destinations.
And the new
iDrive interface also means a full cabin tech upgrade, such as the hard - drive - based
navigation system, which impresses with its beautiful 3D perspective topographic maps.
The standard equipment list includes keyless ignition, heated front seats, leather - wrapped steering wheel, adaptive cruise control, BMW's
iDrive 6 infotainment system,
navigation.
As part of the unremarkable 2013 facelift, all 5 - series are now specified as standard with BMW's «business
navigation» package, which includes sat - nav and a comprehensive multimedia system into the refreshed
iDrive interface.
Other changes for the 2017 X4 lineup include an update to BMW's
iDrive infotainment /
navigation system, wireless charging for compatible smartphones, and an available in - vehicle Wi - Fi hotspot.
The factory
iDrive and infotainment and
navigation system is linked to a Harman Kardon surround setup.
The format is very easy to live with — the
iDrive - like controller provides fast and easy access to all functions including the
navigation system.
In sedan or 5 - door body style, every 2014 BMW 5 Series includes 10 - way power front seats, an 8 - speed automatic transmission, run - flat tires, xenon adaptive headlights,
navigation and BMW's
iDrive infotainment system paired to a 10 - speaker audio system.
Automatic climate control, power locks, windows and mirrors, dynamic cruise control, power front seats, heated front seats, 360 - degree camera, front / rear park distance control,
iDrive infotainment system with an eight - inch screen, internet connectivity and
navigation with real - time traffic, FM / satellite Harmon Kardon sound system with steering wheel - mounted controls, rain - sensing wipers, forward collision warning with City Braking, Driver Assist, head - up display, universal remote control and more
Hi - you don't mention what software component of your vehicle needs updating (engine management, infortainment or
navigation system,
iDrive, etc.).
But for that you get the brilliant little engine, great handling dynamics and good practicality along with heated leather seats, a sunroof,
navigation, a premium sound system, ambient lighting, a head - up display and BMW's
iDrive.
In the 2006 BMW 750Li's backseats, the
iDrive again proves clunky in controlling DVD playback, where buttons for searching and menu
navigation on the center armrest would be a big improvement upon clicking and twisting one's way through such frequently used features.
The four main
iDrive menus — climate,
navigation, entertainment, and communications — are at the four compass points and always one push away.
Z4 packs in a HiFi system with 14 loudspeakers,
iDrive with 22.3 cm colour display, DVD drive and integrated hard drive for maps and audio files,
navigation system with maps, park distance control in front and rear, BMW Apps and Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity.