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BMW iDRIVE.
Based on a natural dialogue between driver and vehicle, BMW iDrive offers you a driving experience tailored to your personal preferences.
BMW iDrive lets you experience an entirely intuitive In-Car Experience. BMW iDrive brings together the BMW Operating System, a new generation of display and operating elements, and ultra-high-performance connectivity. Having the right information at the right spot directly on your BMW Curved Display transforms your car into a multi-sensory experience.
BMW iDRIVE WITH QUICK SELECT.
User inferface with QuickSelect.
The new user interface with QuickSelect is clear and intuitive. Its optimised menu structure with symbols, including the Home button at the bottom of the screen, takes you straight to the start screen or other frequently used menus, such as air conditioning, at any time. In the background, the navigation map or other individually selectable displays, such as My Modes, remain constantly visible.
Personalised and interactive with live widgets.
On the driver's side are live widgets that display key information at a glance – even before you open the app. Swiping vertically switches between widgets. They display information including the current vehicle status or weather. So now you can see what's important at a glance. The individually selectable features, such as My Modes, are always visible in the background.
Intuitive to use by touch and voice control.
The design and menus are inspired by smartphones and systematically designed for touch and voice control. Widgets let you enjoy intuitive navigation by swiping. Touch control provides direct access to a function and configuration of further settings.
EXPERIENCE BMW iDRIVE WITH QUICK SELECT.
THE BMW OPERATING SYSTEM 8.5.
The BMW Operating System 8.5 allows you to navigate all menus on one level by touch, voice control, or using the BMW iDrive Controller. And the start screen with QuickSelect is clearly and intuitively optimised for the BMW Curved Display. You can use icons along the bottom edge of the screen to go directly to the media, air conditioning, and main menus, for phone and navigation, or to return to the start screen at any time. AirConsole Games and video streaming delivers new digital content at your fingertips.[1]
THE BMW OPERATING SYSTEM 9.
The BMW Operating System 9 is just as easy, intuitive, and straightforward to use as the BMW Operating System 8.5 – by touch and voice control. You can also use many connectivity services and apps, such as navigation, phone, and the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, for an unlimited period. The optional BMW Digital Premium package expands your digital experience to include additional BMW Maps features, even more apps, and entertainment streaming including data.[2]
INTUITIVE CONTROL VIA DIALOGUE.
- With BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, you operate a wide range of functions using natural spoken dialogue.
- Natural and empathetic interaction through character-based motion and visual design.
- Receive the right amount of information in a simple and easily comprehensible form at all times with the new BMW Operating System 8.
- Fewer manual settings are necessary thanks to the driver-oriented intelligence in the vehicle.
CLEVER AND EXQUISITE DESIGN.
- Harmoniously integrated, driver-oriented BMW Curved Display for ergonomic touch control.
- Less switches, but not switchless: sculpted controls with high-quality materials are positioned where you would expect to find them.
- Supreme quality of interaction and an attractive user experience due to pixel-perfect design and efficient displays.
- With MyModes you activate an immersive experience through optimal coordination of digital design, interior light and sound.
UP TO DATE AT ALL TIMES.
- Regular Remote Software Upgrades ensure your BMW always has the latest software version.
- The timer function allows you to decide when you want to install updates.
- Simply install the updates over the air – download them from home or on the move.
- Flexibly book new functions to add on later.
MAKE EVERY BMW YOUR OWN.
- Save personal settings securely in your BMW ID and retrieve them as required in any BMW.
- One single selection with MyModes combines up to ten setting controls in the vehicle to match your individual preferences.
- Configure all digital displays quickly and intuitively in line with your own personal requirements.
- Automate My Habits allows you to define individual routines, such as the places where the window should open automatically.
YOUR BMW WELCOMES YOU.
- Your BMW receives you with Great Entrance Moments and directs you to the door sill area with a carpet of light.
- Handles on doors and tailgate are illuminated to guide your hand movements.
- With the BMW Digital Key Plus, your vehicle unlocks automatically as you approach.
- Opening the doors activates the Easy-Entry function of the seat as well as the seat and steering wheel heating and your BMW greets you with your profile.
YOUR BMW ACTIVELY SUPPORTS YOU DURING YOUR JOURNEY.
- The swarm intelligence of the BMW Group vehicle fleet gives you support based on a large number of data.
- With Learning Navigation, your BMW becomes accustomed to the habits associated with your BMW ID and anticipates your next destination.
- Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) monitors traffic conditions and any potential hazard zones and adapts your route as necessary.
- The function Augmented View offers optimally detectable navigation instructions from the real camera image of the road on the information display.
BRILLIANT DISPLAYS AND INTUITIVE OPERATING ELEMENTS.
BMW iDrive gives you the latest generation of display and operating elements. Enjoy a brilliant display and intuitive operation based on the new BMW Operating System.
BMW Curved Display.
The slim and frameless BMW Curved Display with touch and voice control is a real statement feature and, at the same time, your central interface with BMW iDrive.
BMW head-up display.
Keep everything in sight. The BMW head-up display projects navigation and driving directions directly into your field of view. You can now stay fully focussed on the traffic.
Multifunctional steering wheel.
Various, ergonomically arranged steering wheel buttons allow you to operate telephone, voice, and audio functions. You can also operate assistance systems, including Cruise Control, conveniently without taking your hands off the steering wheel.
VERSATILE CONNECTIVITY.
Personalisation through the BMW ID.
Make any BMW your own. Thanks to your personal BMW ID, every BMW knows your individual settings. Apart from the seat and mirror position, My Modes and the digital displays adjust to your previously defined preferences and needs.
BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades.
BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades keep your BMW up to date digitally. You now receive regular functional upgrades and improvements via Remote Software Upgrades. You can also flexibly book additional new, individual features and packages in the BMW ConnectedDrive Store.[3]
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
Always there for you: the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. Use your natural voice to intuitively operate various vehicle functions or get information about the vehicle’s condition and the route. Your in-car digital expert is also happy to explain all the features of your BMW.
EXPERIENCE SELECTED FUNCTIONS OF BMW iDRIVE.
How to go shopping with ease
How to master a new city
How to enjoy the perfect cinema experience
FAQ: THE MOST IMPORTANT QUESTIONS & ANSWERS ON BMW iDRIVE.
What is BMW iDrive?
More than a classic display and operating concept, BMW iDrive integrates telematics and networked services, data processing and connects end devices. It also integrates third-party providers or smartphone integration, and seamlessly incorporates cloud-based services, such as BMW Maps. BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades and BMW Remote Software Upgrades are included in BMW iDrive.
What additional functionalities does the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant offer in my vehicle with BMW iDrive?
The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is the most important interface for communication with and operation of your vehicle with BMW iDrive. The visualisation using illuminated spheres of different size and brightness gives the assistant more scope and additional capabilities of expression. For communication with the driver, the optical display appears on the Information Display or the Head-Up Display and for communication with the front passenger on the right-hand side of the BMW Curved Display. The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant has also undergone further functional development. Thanks to an increase in the amount of underlying data and information, the digital assistant is not only more intelligent but also capable of reacting in a context-related manner. It is able to take account of the situation in the vehicle and its surroundings in determining when and how it communicates with the occupants. In addition, the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant can also access an even higher number of functions in the vehicle. It masters the control of functions such as air conditioning, Ambient lighting, audio reproduction, side windows, shading of the Panorama glass roof as well as the switching of My Modes, the driver assistance systems and numerous others. Furthermore, the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant takes on the role of a vehicle expert and answers questions on the operation of functions, on check control messages, on the trip history or the vehicle properties. It also has access to information on points of interest, such as restaurants, parking options, shops and cultural venues.
When and in which BMW models will the new BMW iDrive with BMW Operating System 8.5 and BMW Operating System 9 be introduced?
The following BMW models have been produced with BMW Operating System 8.5 since July 2023: BMW 5 Series (G60), BMW 7 Series (G70), BMW iX (I20), BMW i4 (G26 BEV). The following BMW models have been produced with BMW Operating System 8.5 since August 2023: BMW X5 (G05 LCI), BMW X5 M (F95 LCI)(4) BMW X6 (G06 LCI), BMW X6 M (F96 LCI)(4) BMW X7 (G07 LCI) BMW XM (G09)(4). Further BMW models from the mid-range, top, and luxury class will follow gradually. From November 2023, the BMW X1 and the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer models will be produced with Operating System 9. In some countries (e.g. Australia, Korea, United Kingdom, USA and Canada) selected BMW X1 models will be available with Operating System 9 earlier.
What benefits do the BMW Operating System 8.5 and BMW Operating System 9 boast?
The new BMW Operating Systems provide you with a start screen with intuitive QuickSelect quicklist, live widgets, and touch-optimised operation. You can also subscribe to the optional BMW Digital Premium Package for the BMW Operating System 9. Moreover, both systems allow access to additional entertainment offers such as Casual Gaming and video streaming.[3]
What do the BMW Operating System 8.5 and BMW Operating System 9 have in common?
BMW Operating System 8.5 and BMW Operating System 9 both have a new QuickSelect operating logic with a greater focus on the touch function of the BMW Curved Display and a modified display concept with a focus on the start screen. The control display permanently shows the start screen as a user interface. On the driver’s side, the screen displays vertically arranged widgets that can be selected by swiping. BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and Operating System 8.5 as well as BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and BMW Operating System 9 also provide an extended range of digital products and services, such as video streaming or gaming (depending on model availability).
What significant differences are there between BMW Operating System 8.5 and BMW Operating System 9?
With BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and Operating System 8.5, the range of available digital services and apps is also available as factory-fitted optional equipment or can be booked in the BMW ConnectedDrive store. By contrast, BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and Operating System 9 forms the technical basis for purchasing the optional "BMW Digital Premium" option in the BMW ConnectedDrive Store in-car, online or in the My BMW app.
“BMW Digital Premium” is taking the place of the previous optional range of digital services, known as the “BMW Connected Package Professional”. The infotainment offer structure (Connected Packages consisting of Navigation, My Modes, and Connectivity) is changing in the relevant vehicles with BMW Operating System 9. BMW Digital Premium gives vehicles with BMW Operating System 9 an extended range of apps from third-party providers, with regular updates independently of the BMW Remote Software Upgrade.What are the customer benefits of a BMW Digital Premium subscription?
The BMW Digital Premium subscription is only available in combination with BMW Operating System 9. It offers the following customer benefits:
Expanded BMW Maps features, such as real-time traffic information on the whole map (RTTI), close to reality lane guidance through 3D buildings and landmarks on map, and additional point of interest and parking information.
Customised operating and driving experience, such as expanded BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant features.
Expanded entertainment offering with access to third-party country-specific apps in the BMW ConnectedDrive store for music streaming, podcasts, news, video streaming and AirConsole Games.
Includes the requisite data for use of all vehicle apps and third-party apps.
Flexibility: book and managed in line with your personal needs.
Simplification: all-in-one offering for additional and expanded digital services.
Up-to-date: a continuously evolving product range and app updates.
BMW Digital Premium subscription includes a free, trial for several months (may vary according to the country). The trial starts automatically with the customer's first login and mapping of the vehicle identification number.
Can BMW Operating System 8 or BMW Operating System 8.5 be upgraded to BMW Operating System 9 with optional BMW Digital Premium?
No. BMW Operating System 9 is based on a newly developed, system-specific hardware and infrastructure. It is not possible to change from BMW Operating System 8 or BMW Operating System 8.5 to BMW Operating System 9 or have it retrofitted.
What similarities are there between BMW Operating System 8.5 and BMW Operating System 8?
The range of digital services and apps is also available as factory-fitted optional equipment or can be booked in the BMW ConnectedDrive Store for vehicles with BMW Operating System 8.5. Operation is possible by voice control with the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant or other voice-controlled assistants, or by touching the BMW Curved Display or, in some models, the iDrive Controller in the centre console. BMW Operating System 8 und BMW Operating System 8.5 inlcude a comprehensive integration of digital products and services.
What differences are there between BMW Operating System 8.5 and BMW Operating System 8?
The differences include a new operating logic with a focus on touch and voice control, and a modified display concept with a focus on the start screen as a permanently visible user interface.[4] A new menu bar at the bottom edge of the display includes the home symbol and further quick-access options, for instance to the air conditioning menu.[4] In addition, there is an extended range of digital products and services.
Is it possible to upgrade from BMW Operating System 8 to BMW Operating System 8.5?
Depending on the model and production date, only the following vehicles can be upgraded to BMW Operating System 8.5 via a Remote Software Upgrade due to the latest system-specific hardware and infrastructure being installed: BMW 7 Series (G70), produced from 07/2022; BMW iX (I20), produced from 03/2023; BMW X5 (G05 LCI), BMW X6 (G06 LCI), BMW X7 (G07 LCI), BMW X5 M (F95 LCI), BMW X6 M (F96 LCI), each produced from 04/2023.