Coming Spring 2014: Extended range of series equipment for top-of-the-range 6 Series

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Coming Spring 2014: Extended range of series equipment for the new BMW X5

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Note: This is a global press release (not applicable to all markets) (from larger press release).

January 22, 2014

Extended range of series equipment for the new BMW X5 and the top-of-the-range version of the BMW 6 Series.

The multitude of driver assistance systems from BMW ConnectedDrive, which come as standard or are fitted as an option, is one of the characteristic features that make the new BMW X5 clearly stand out from the competition. From the spring of 2014, this added advantage will be emphasised even more intensively by complementing the standard equipment of the Sports Activity Vehicle by the Driving Assistant system. Driving Assistant comprises camera-based Lane Departure Warning and Collision Warning (including pedestrian warning) with brake application function. Lane Departure Warning makes the steering wheel vibrate in order to warn the driver when he or she veers out of lane unintentionally. Collision Warning detects vehicles driving ahead and pedestrians. The system issues a visual and acoustic warning if there is an imminent risk of collision. It also initiates a braking process, if required.

On the eight-cylinder models of the BMW 6 Series, an extension of the range of series equipment in the spring of 2014 further accentuates their highly athletic character. In future, the BMW 650i Coupe, the BMW 650i Convertible and the BMW 650i Gran Coupe will all be equipped with an M Sport exhaust system installed at the factory. The motor-racing inspired system developed by BMW M GmbH reduces the exhaust back pressure and emphasises the characteristic acoustics of the V8 power unit during acceleration and deceleration.

As of spring 2014, the optional Harman Kardon surround system will be available on all BMW 6 Series models. The system guarantees music enjoyment at the highest level while en route. In conjunction with the optional navigation system Professional, the iDrive operating system will in future comprise a touch controller for the entry of characters.

Available in future as a standard feature: Tyre pressure indicator for each individual tyre.

Starting in spring, drivers of a BMW will be warned of a loss of tyre pressure more precisely than ever before. A tyre pressure indicator will be offered as a standard equipment feature on all new vehicles of the brand with the exception of the BMW X6. Sensors on all four tyres facilitate an exact and individual monitoring of the pressure in each individual tyre. The tyre pressure currently at hand will be shown in the Control Display or the instrument cluster, respectively, depending on the model and the equipment options customers have chosen. In the event of a loss of tyre pressure, the driver will be made aware of a possible danger well in advance.

High-speed graphics, additional functions: The new generation of the navigation system Business and the radio Professional.

With enhanced functions and optimised performance, the latest generation of the radio Professional and the navigation system Business is raising comfort and driving pleasure to an even higher level. Both newly revised options will be introduced in the spring of 2014. During the course of 2014, they will also be introduced to the BMW 1 Series, the BMW 2 Series and the BMW 5 Series and will then be available for all models except for the BMW X6. Both systems have a new control unit with boosted computing performance. Thus, for example, Bluetooth audio streaming will be available in the vehicle with the integration of mobile devices as well as additional BMW ConnectedDrive services.

The most significant innovation to the navigation system Business are the graphic images which now generate 10 times faster than before on the 16.5-inch control display. High-resolution maps, which now have 3D elements and animations, and an increased speed when calculating routes characterise the advancement made possible by the optimisation of the control unit technology.

In conjunction with the ConnectedDrive Services option, the navigation system Business can be used in future for the Concierge Services, Real Time Traffic Information and Remote Services. In order to establish the necessary online connections in an optimum manner, the new system uses the 3G standard for mobile telephone networks.

[bizzyqu]

So this sounds like, M-Sport Exhaust for 650 models, touch idrive controller, and replacing bangs with harmon kardon (or offering both).

[dnw]

iDrive touch finally comes to the 6... But form what build week. I'm considering an M6 but would def hold off for this update.

[askmeaboutkfc]

Is the premium hi-fi system the hardon kardon?

[doug_999]

Does not sound like the 6 is going through the LCI at this point.

[EmMHoLLa]

Originally Posted by doug_999

Does not sound like the 6 is going through the LCI at this point.

That was what I was thinking... Which means it will probably be next year..

[mrjoed2]

Am I reading right that the '15 will have a 16.5 inch display? That would require a redesign of the upper dash.

[GOLFFRR]

idrive touch will be a nice added feature.

[askmeaboutkfc]

Originally Posted by mrjoed2

Am I reading right that the '15 will have a 16.5 inch display? That would require a redesign of the upper dash.

What is the current size of the screen? And can someone elaborate on the speaker system upgrade?

[dnw]

Originally Posted by mrjoed2

Am I reading right that the '15 will have a 16.5 inch display? That would require a redesign of the upper dash.

Typo. They mean 6.5 for business nav.

[bizzyqu]

Spoke to dealer, their orders for 2015's go out this week for march builds, may deliveries.

[zoltans4]

does this mean this is for spring build 2014's or will be for 2015 650i?

[bizzyqu]

[QUOTE=zoltans4;15345108]does this mean this is for spring build 2014's or will be for 2015 650i b/c 2015 build starts in spring.

[dsad1]

I am curious to know if they took out the B&O or not. The B&O added a lot to the interior looks it would be a shame if they got rid of it.