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Pure driving dynamics – it’s a quality embodied by every single BMW without exception. And the
technical basis for this thrilling driving experience lies in the suspension. It ensures optimal contact
with the road surface and ideal roadholding in every situation – the result of near-perfect / weight
distribution and an array of seamlessly combined innovative components. BMW engineers are continually
reinventing and refi ning those classic BMW driving dynamics to ensure that every BMW chassis puts the
driver in direct contact with the vehicle and inspires a passion for sporty driving – while also providing
the highest levels of safety and comfort.
THE FEELING OF DRIVING THE BMW X IS SIMPLY
INCREDIBLE. LIKE THE TECHNOLOGY BEHIND IT.
The BMW X can be equipped with a whole host of innovative technologies to help you get the most out of each drive. Many of these systems are
intelligently networked with each other, maximizing your active safety quotient – and your driving pleasure.
Electric power steering. Unlike conventional, hydraulic steering
systems, electric power steering only draws power during actual steering
movements. While driving on major highways where a minimal amount of
steering movement is required, the electric motor remains inactive.
Servotronic vehicle-speed-sensitive power steering adjusts the amount
of steering support based on your current speed – not engine speed.
It offers more assistance at lower speeds, such as when parking, and
decreases assistance at higher speeds for more stability and control.
BMW sDrive rear-wheel drive. BMW’s renowned driving technology
provides inspired vehicle agility and maneuverability. Rear-wheel drive
enables an ideal distribution of weight over the entire chassis suspension,
delivering power and traction more precisely onto the pavement.
BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. BMW designed xDrive with
a rear-wheel bias for surefooted grip on slick roads without sacrifi cing
rear-wheel-drive road feel. Within milliseconds of sensing wheelslip, the
xDrive all-wheel-drive system can send power to the wheels with the
greatest grip, offering maximum available traction and superior handling
on all surfaces.
-speed STEPTRONIC automatic transmission. The fi nely graded gear
shifts of the -speed STEPTRONIC automatic transmission produce greater
engine effi ciency at every speed. This helps to reduce fuel consumption
and ensures more comfortable gear changes.
Sport suspension. This suspension, which is achieved without
lowering the chassis, features more fi rmly tuned springs and dampers,
which improves the BMW’s roadholding further and enables an even
more dynamic driving style.
Performance Control. This system works together with xDrive
intelligent all-wheel drive to improve handling in turns by dynam ically
intervening in specifi c engine and braking processes. Performance
Control optimizes the management of engine power during turns by
applying the brake slightly to the inside wheel while simultaneously
increasing power to the outside wheel.
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