Our tool for managing your permission to our use of cookies is temporarily offline. Therefore some functionality is missing.
BMW CONNECTED DRIVE.
BMW CONNECTED DRIVE.
The digital products and connected services from BMW ConnectedDrive offer you a wide range of useful functions. Smart and innovative, they make your life easier.
The digital products and connected services from BMW ConnectedDrive offer you a wide range of useful functions. Smart and innovative to make your life easier.
TOP HIGHLIGHTS OF BMW CONNECTED DRIVE.
BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades.
• Your BMW up to date with regular software updates for your vehicle
• Transfer software upgrades to your vehicle via the My BMW App or download and install them directly via the vehicle's SIM card
• Flexible booking of additional functions at a later date
BMW iDrive.
• Completely new interior experience with sensor technology and artificial intelligence
• Intuitive and natural interaction between driver and vehicle
My BMW App.
• Check vehicle status
• Send destination to car
• Remotely control the car
• Locate vehicle via smartphone
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
• Communicate with your BMW naturally
• Control the car's functions comfortably via voice command
• Find out everything about the vehicle and get to know your BMW better
ON THE ROAD WITH YOUR FAVORITE APPS.
Amazon Alexa Car Integration.*
• Access many practical functions of the voice assistant
• For example, stream music, ask questions, write calendar entries or control compatible smarthome devices
* Amazon, Alexa and all related brand names are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
Android AutoTM.
• Access to music, media or messaging apps
• Wireless integration of Android AutoTM into the vehicle cockpit
• Interaction with Google Assistant via voice control in your BMW
Apple CarPlay©.
• Wireless and complete display of your iPhone content via vehicle displays
• Convenient access to apps such as Apple Music, iMessage, telephony, Siri, Apple Maps or selected third-party apps, e.g. Spotify or Google Maps in the car
Connected Music.
• Access up to 30 million songs via BMW music partner Spotify
• Simply scan the QR code on your BMW's control display, log in to the Spotify website via Smartphone and enjoy your favourite music
Concierge Service.
• Support for all your needs at the touch of a button
• Helps for example with hotel or restaurant reservations or finding an ATM on request
• Payment via the Concierge Service is also possible
BMW Drive Recorder.
• Playback of the video on the central control display
• Optional USB export of the video to a mobile device
• Recording of vehicle information such as speed and GPS position during video recording
BMW Maps.
• Accurately predicted arrival times and extremely fast route calculation
• Connected Parking takes you to the next free parking space near your destination
• Navigation instructions in the camera image of the road on the Control Display thanks to Augmented View
FAQ: THE MOST IMPORTANT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT BMW CONNECTED DRIVE.
How does BMW ConnectedDrive work?
BMW ConnectedDrive comprises all digital services that intelligently connect the vehicle with the outside world. In addition to telematics services, these also include driver assistance systems, connections for mobile devices, as well as entertainment offerings and traffic services.
Prerequisites for using ConnectedDrive:
- Your vehicle has a permanently installed and active SIM card.
- You have a BMW ID.
- You have added your vehicle to your BMW ID.
Tip: Download the My BMW App to make the most of the services offered. With the app, you can, for example, plan your trips while on the road and send the destination to your BMW in advance.
You can find an overview of the services offered on the ConnectedDrive overview page.- Your vehicle has a permanently installed and active SIM card.
What is an active SIM card and what is it needed for?
In BMW vehicles from 2013, a SIM card is permanently installed and always active. This SIM card is the basic prerequisite for the use of ConnectedDrive as well as the fulfillment of legal requirements such as the legal emergency call.
For the provision of ConnectedDrive services such as BMW Intelligent Emergency Call, Concierge Service, Teleservice, etc., data is exchanged between the vehicle and BMW via the mobile network and processed at BMW for service provision.
For more detailed information on which data is involved in each individual case, please refer to the [@NSC: PLEASE ADAPT TEXT LINK AND LINK TO BMW CONNECTED DRIVE TERMS OF CONDITIONS] legal information on data protection.
If you do not want to use the ConnectedDrive offers, you can have your SIM card deactivated. Please contact your BMW dealer for this purpose.What do I need a BMW ID for and how can I use the BMW ID?
In addition to an active SIM card, you need a BMW ID to access all BMW ConnectedDrive services.
- Save your vehicles and configurations.
- Book and use ConnectedDrive services.
- Maintain your profile data.
After creating a BMW ID, you have the option to add your vehicle to your BMW ID and use the BMW ConnectedDrive range of services.- Save your vehicles and configurations.
How can I use the BMW ID in connection with my vehicle?
Requirements for adding your vehicle to your BMW ID are an active SIM card and a BMW ID (registration).
Adding the vehicle gives you the ability to view your vehicle in the My BMW App or My BMW Portal and use digital services*, such as:- Check vehicle status
- Send destination to vehicle
- Find vehicle via smartphone
- BMW Digital Key
- and much more!
For more information on the individual services, use our information offer on the ConnectedDrive overview page.
*depending on the vehicle- Check vehicle status
In which countries is BMW ConnectedDrive available?
ConnectedDrive services are available in many countries around the world. Depending on the market, the range of services may vary from country to country. Depending on the region, you can also use the services across countries, e.g. within Europe.