[column width=”50″ first=”true”] BMW Australia has continued to enhance its suite of technology offerings with introduction of the Remote Engine Start function.
The feature, which will debut on the upcoming 4 Series and both the new 5 Series and M5 Competition, remotely starts the vehicle’s engine for up to 15 minutes at a time using the BMW ConnectedDrive App from any location to optimise the cabin conditions before the driver and their occupants enter the vehicle.
The function can also be activated via the BMW vehicle key at a range of 30-70 metres.
Depending on the vehicle’s equipment level, functions such as seat heating, seat ventilation and steering wheel heating can also be controlled.
The new feature provides customers with added convenience and additional comfort by preheating in cold conditions and precooling in hot weather.
Remote Engine Start can be optionally equipped ex-factory on the following models:
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Model |
From vehicle production month |
| 3 Series Sedan range | July 2020 |
| 4 Series Coupé range | July 2020 |
| 520i, 530i, M550i and M5 Competition | July 2020 |
| X5 xDrive40i, M50i and X5M Competition models | August 2020 |
| X6 xDrive40i, M50i and X6M Competition models | August 2020 |
| Z4 Roadster range | July 2020 |
The feature can also be purchased via the BMW ConnectedDrive Store and installed in just minutes over-the-air with Remote Software Upgrade. Applicable models and relevant production timing for purchasing Remote Engine Start via the BMW ConnectedDrive Store are as follows:
Model |
From vehicle production month |
| 320i, 330i and M340i | July 2019 |
| 4 Series Coupé range | July 2020 |
| 520i and 530i | July 2020 |
| 740i and 740Li | July 2019 |
| 840i | July 2019 |
| X5 xDrive40i | August 2019 |
| X6 xDrive40i | August 2019 |
| Z4 sDrive20i, sDrive30i and M40i models | July 2019 |
Remote Engine Start is expected to be introduced to other BMW models by Q4 2020.