Driving
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in your vehi-
cle.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
BMW eDRIVE
Principle
BMW eDRIVE is the designation for the elec-
tric drive technology. The vehicle features a
high-voltage system that consists of two elec-
tric motors and a high-voltage battery, among
other things.
General information
The system exhibits the following special fea-
tures:
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Vehicle operation is emissions-free using
the electrical drivetrain.
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The special high-voltage battery supplies
the electric motors and the comfort features
with energy.
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The high-voltage battery is charged via a
charging cable, for instance when parked or
while driving utilizing energy recovery.
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The vehicle can be charged very rapidly at
special charging stations. Charging is also
possible at domestic socket outlets.
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On the go, the energy recovery ensures
that only little energy is lost when braking.
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When the vehicle decelerates, the electric
motors act as alternators and convert the
kinetic energy released into electric energy.
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Driving
The electrical energy partially recharges the
high-voltage battery to increase the range.
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The two electric motors power one axle
each. This equips the vehicle with an elec-
trical all-wheel drive.
Overview
1
High-voltage cables, orange
2 Charging socket
3 Drive unit, rear
4 High-voltage battery
5 Drive unit, front
Functions
Electric driving: eDRIVE
The vehicle is driven electrically.
The accelerator pedal can be used for acceler-
ation and deceleration.
During deceleration, the electric motors act as
alternators and charge the high-voltage bat-
tery. With a sensible driving style, this function
can be used for especially efficient energy re-
covery and comfortable driving, using just the
accelerator pedal.
Energy recovery: CHARGE
The high-voltage battery is charged while driv-
ing through energy recovery.
CONTROLS
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