BMW Z4 vs Audi A6 comparison

Compare the BMW Z4 vs Audi A6 on price, specifications, features and mileage. The BMW Z4 price starts at Rs. 87.90 Lakh and the Audi A6 price starts at Rs. 63.74 Lakh (ex-showroom). The Z4 gets a 2998 cc petrol engine (335 bhp) and the A6 gets a 1984 cc petrol engine (261 bhp). Check the detailed BMW Z4 vs Audi A6 comparison below across price, mileage, performance, safety and features to find the best car for you.

M 40iBMW M 40i · Rs. 87.90 Lakh*
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Basic Information

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Variant
M 40iM 40i
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Ex-Showroom Price
M 40iRs. 87.90 Lakh
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Finance EMI
M 40i₹153,291/month
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Fuel Type
M 40iPetrol
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Transmission
M 40iAutomatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
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Rating
M 40i4.3
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Engine & Transmission

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Engine
M 40i2998 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
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Engine Type
M 40iB58 Turbocharged I6
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Turbocharger/ Supercharger
M 40iTurbocharger Variable Geometry
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Fuel Type
M 40iPetrol
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E20 Compatibility
M 40iYes
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Max Power (bhp@rpm)
M 40i335 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm
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Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
M 40i500 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm
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Emission Standard
M 40iBS6 Phase 2
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Acceleration
M 40i0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds (claimed)
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Top Speed
M 40i250 kmph
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Mileage (ARAI)
M 40i12.09 kmpl
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Mileage - Owner Reported
M 40i10 kmpl
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Idle Start/Stop
M 40iYes
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Driving Range
M 40i629 km
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Drivetrain
M 40iRWD
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Transmission
M 40iAutomatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
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Regenerative Braking
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Pure Electric Driving Mode
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Dimensions & Capacity

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Length *Width *Height
M 40i4324 mm * 1864 mm * 1304 mm
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Ground Clearance
M 40i114 mm (unladen)
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Wheelbase
M 40i2470 mm
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Seating Capacity
M 40i2 Seats and 1 Rows
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Doors
M 40i2 Doors
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Bootspace
M 40i281L
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Fuel Tank Capacity
M 40i52 litres
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Kerb Weight
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Suspension, Steering & Tyres

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Front Suspension
M 40iDouble-joint Spring-strut Axle
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Rear Suspension
M 40iFive-link Axle
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Steering
M 40iPower assisted (Electric) steering
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Tyres
M 40iRun-Flat Tyres
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Minimum Turning Radius
M 40i5.5 metres
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Steering Type
M 40iRack and Pinion Power
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Front Tyres
M 40i255 / 35 R19
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Rear Tyres
M 40i275 / 35 R19
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Wheels
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Spare Wheel & Tyre
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Exterior & Design

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Spoiler
M 40iYes
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Body-coloured Bumpers
M 40iYes
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Body Kit
M 40iYes
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Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
M 40iYes
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Antenna
M 40iShark Fin Antenna
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Sunroof
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Rub-strips
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Safety

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ADAS
M 40iLevel 1
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NCAP Rating
M 40i5 Star (Euro NCAP)
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Airbags
M 40i4 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
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Forward Collision Warning
M 40iOptional
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Automatic Emergency Braking
M 40iOptional
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Lane Functions
M 40iLane Departure Prevention is optional
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Lane Departure Warning
M 40iOptional
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Blind Spot Detection
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High-beam Assist
M 40iOptional
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
M 40iYes
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Emergency Brake Light Flashing
M 40iYes
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Overspeed Warning
M 40i1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
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Child Seat Anchor Points
M 40iOptional
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Puncture Repair Kit
M 40iYes
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Seat Belt Warning
M 40iYes
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Second Row Middle Seat Safety
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Comfort & Convenience

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Air Conditioner
M 40iAutomatic Climate Control: Dual Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control)
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Air Purifier
M 40iYes
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Heater
M 40iYes
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Cruise Control
M 40iYes
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Parking Assist
M 40iReverse Camera
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Parking Sensors
M 40iFront & Rear
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Steering Adjustment
M 40iTilt & Telescopic
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Keyless Start/ Button Start
M 40iYes
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
M 40iDriver & Co-Driver
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Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
M 40iYes
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Charging Ports
M 40i12V Power Outlet
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Electronic Parking Brake
M 40iAuto Hold
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Heated/Cooled Cup Holders
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Cabin Boot Access
M 40i-
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Lighting

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Headlights
M 40iLED Projector
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Cornering Headlights
M 40iIntelligent
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Headlight Height Adjuster
M 40iYes
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Automatic Headlamps
M 40iYes
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Taillights
M 40iLED
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Daytime Running Lights
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Fog Lights
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
M 40iYes
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Interior Lamps
M 40iFront Glovebox Lamp,
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Light on Vanity Mirrors
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Ambient Interior Lighting
M 40iYes (6 colours)
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Puddle Lamps
M 40iYes
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Braking & Traction

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Brakes
M 40iVentilated Disc (Front & Rear)
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Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
M 40iYes
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Brake Assist (BA)
M 40iYes
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Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
M 40iYes
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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
M 40iYes
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Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
M 40iYes
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Hill Hold Control
M 40iYes
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Differential
M 40iLimited slip
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Limited Slip Differential
M 40iYes
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Hill Descent Control
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Differential Lock
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Four-Wheel-Drive
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Ride Height Adjustment
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Locks & Security

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Engine Immobiliser
M 40iYes
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Central Locking
M 40iKeyless
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Child Safety Lock
M 40iYes
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Speed Sensing Door Lock
M 40iYes
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Doors, Windows & Mirrors

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Exterior Door Handles
M 40iBody Coloured Finish with handle type
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Interior Door Handles Finish
M 40iChrome
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Power Windows
M 40iFront Only Power Windows, Front One-touch up/down
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Door Pockets
M 40iFront
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Scuff Plates
M 40iMetallic
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ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)
M 40iGrey finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Adjustable ORVMs
M 40iElectrically Adjustable & Retractable
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Anti-glare Mirrors
M 40iElectronic - Internal & Driver Door
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Rain-sensing Wipers
M 40iYes
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Bootlid Opener
M 40iElectric Opening and Closing
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Rear Defogger
M 40iYes
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Rear Windshield Blind
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Side Window Blinds
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Soft-close Door
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Rear Wiper
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Infotainment & Connectivity

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Infotainment Screen
M 40i10.25" Touch-screen Display
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Audio System
M 40i12 Speakers
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AM/FM Radio
M 40iYes
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Steering-mounted controls
M 40iYes
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Integrated (in-dash) Music System
M 40iYes
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iPod Compatibility
M 40iYes
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USB Compatibility
M 40iYes
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Bluetooth Compatibility
M 40iPhone Calls & Audio Streaming
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SD Card Compatibility
M 40iYes
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Internal Hard Drive
M 40iYes
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Smart Connectivity
M 40iApple CarPlay (Wireless)
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Voice Command
M 40iYes
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Input Methods
M 40iAUX Compatibility, Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone & Audio Streaming)
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GPS Navigation System
M 40iYes
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Wireless Charger
M 40iYes
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Head Unit Size
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WiFi Hotspot
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Gesture Control
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Seats & Upholstery

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Seat Upholstery
M 40iLeather
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Driver Seat Adjustment
M 40i16 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
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Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
M 40i16 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
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Ventilated Seats
M 40iNo
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Ventilated Seat Type
M 40iNo
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Massage Seats
M 40iNo
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Interior
M 40iSingle Tone (Black)
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Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
M 40iYes
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Headrests
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Driver Armrest
M 40iYes
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Audio Controls in Rear Armrest
M 40iYes
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Active headrest
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Second Row Seat Adjustment
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Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
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Front Seatback Pockets
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Rear Armrest
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Split Rear Seat
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Folding Rear Seat
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Rear Passenger Seat Type
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Mobile App Features

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Emergency Call Button
M 40iNo
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Find My Car
M 40iNo
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Check Vehicle Status via App
M 40iNo
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Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
M 40iNo
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Remote AC: On / Off via App
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Over The Air (OTA) Updates
M 40iNo
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Geo-fence
M 40iNo
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Alexa Compatibility
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Remote Parking with Key
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Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
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Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
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Instrumentation

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Fuel Consumption
M 40iAverage Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
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Instrument Cluster Screen
M 40iDigital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Trip Meter
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Door Ajar Warning
M 40iYes
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Average Speed
M 40iYes
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Heads Up Display (HUD)
M 40iOptional
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Tachometer
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Shift Indicator
M 40iYes
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Clock
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Gear Indicator
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Storage

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Cup Holders
M 40iCupholders in Front Only
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Cooled Glovebox
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Driver Armrest Storage
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Sunglass Holder
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Warranty

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Vehicle Warranty
M 40i3 Years / Unlimited Km
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