Technical data

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s Standard equipment o Optional equipment
s Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with
Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) features
Brake Drying, Brake Stand-by, Brake Fade
Com pensation and Start-off Assistant. DSC is
a braking control system that helps to stabilize
a vehicle when it senses a loss of control. If the
system senses over- or understeer, it responds
with counter-measures to help keep the vehicle
under control.
s / o Xenon Adaptive Headlights automati-
cally swivel to follow the curves of the road.
The system uses data from on-board sensors
and the steering wheel angle to determine
the car’s direction, then adjusts the headlights
accordingly. The system offers outstanding
nighttime vision. (Standard on 135i; optional
on 128i.)
s Massive, high-performance anti-lock
disc brakes are ventilated at all four wheels
for fade-resistant operation under hard use.
(See page 63 for brake diameter sizes.)
s BMW restraint system for the driver and
front passenger combines three-point safety
belts, automatic safety-belt pretensioners,
head restraints, and seat bolsters that help
prevent occupants from sliding forward. This
system helps provide optimum restraint in a
collision.
s In a collision, BMW’s SRS (supple mental
restraint system) with advanced technology
for the front airbags determines which airbags
to deploy for optimal protection. The system
also includes front-seat-mounted side-impact
air bags and HPS (Head Protection System) to
help protect passengers in both front and rear.
Please note: These pictures of airbags are for
illustrative purposes only. Depending upon the type
of accident, none, some or all airbags may deploy.
s Cornering Brake Control increases vehicle
stability by proportioning the braking force
while turning. When you brake in a turn, the
pressure comes off the rear wheels, which
causes the vehicle to swerve inward (over-
steer) (1) Cornering Brake Control counteracts
this action by asymmetrically adjusting brake
pressure (2), creating stabilizing counter-
torque (3), independently of the ABS system.
s Impact-absorbing bumpers and compres-
sible “crush tubes” front and rear help absorb
the force of impact in collisions up to nine
mph, minimizing damage to the vehicle’s body
and simplifying repairs. Only at higher impact
speeds do structural supports begin to
deform, dissipating impact energy to help
protect occupants.
s Tire Pressure Monitor is an electronic
control system designed to warn the driver
if there is a sudden and irregular loss of tire
pressure. Should the target pressure of a
tire fall below 25%, a warning light alerts
the driver.
s BMW’s door anchoring system includes
reinforcing bars with hook-like members
within each door. In a serious side impact, the
bars hook the door to the body, locking them
together to make a more rigid passenger cell.
When the pressure is released, the anchoring
system is designed to disengage so that the
doors can be opened (unless further damage
from the impact prevents them from opening).
Safety illustrations | Standard | Optional equipment | 5756
Performance and efficiency 128 i 135 i
3.0-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline 230-hp 6-cylinder engine with composite magnesium/
aluminum engine block, Valvetronic, and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing
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3.0-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline turbocharged 300-hp 6-cylinder engine
with TwinPower Turbo technology, piezo fuel injection, and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing
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Electronic throttle control
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6-speed manual transmission
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6-speed STEPTRONIC automatic transmission with Adaptive Transmission Control
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7-speed Double Clutch Transmission (includes steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters)
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Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters (included with 7-speed Double Clutch Transmission;
require and are automatically added with either Sport Package or M Sport Package and STEPTRONIC transmission)
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Handling, ride and braking
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), including Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant,
Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features, with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
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Extensive aluminum componentry, including front suspension components
(forged-aluminum lower arms); subframe; steering rack; and brake components
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Aluminum double-pivot spring and strut-type front suspension
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Five-link fully independent rear suspension in lightweight steel
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Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars
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Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers
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Sport suspension calibration
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4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes with Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
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Active Steering
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Increased top-speed limiter
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Exterior and aerodynamics
Star Spoke (Style 256) 17 x 7.0 light alloy wheels and 205/50 run-flat
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all-season tires
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Star Spoke (Style 264) light alloy wheels, 18 x 7.5 front, 18 x 8.5 rear; 215/40 front, 245/35 rear run-flat
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performance tires
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Star Spoke (Style 262) light alloy wheels, 17 x 7.0 front, 17 x 7.5 rear; 205/50 front, 225/45 rear run-flat
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performance tires
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Star Spoke (Style 142) light alloy wheels, 17 x 7.0 front, 17 x 7.5 rear; 205/50 front, 225/45 rear run-flat
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all-season tires
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M Double Spoke (Style 207M) light alloy wheels, 17 x 7.0 front, 17 x 7.5 rear; 205/50 front, 225/45 rear run-flat
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performance tires
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M Double Spoke (Style 261M) light alloy wheels, 18 x 7.5 front, 18 x 8.5 rear; 215/40 front, 245/35 rear run-flat
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performance tires
2, 3
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Xenon Adaptive Headlights with auto-leveling, and Cornering Lights
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Automatic high beams
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Halogen free-form front foglights
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High-intensity headlight washers
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Heated dual power mirrors and heated windshield washer jets
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Chrome-plated exhaust tips
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Black chrome-plated exhaust tips
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Gray-band windshield
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Rear spoiler
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Aerodynamic kit
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Chrome-line exterior trim
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Shadowline exterior trim
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Metallic paint
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Run-flat tires do not come equipped with spare tire and wheel.
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Performance tires are not recommended for driving in snow and ice.
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Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension
parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages.
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o Included in Sport Package
s Included in M Sport Package
r Included in Convenience Package
a Included in Cold Weather Package
e No-cost option