2018 X2 Remote Start

Speednate54 · 10-21-2022, 09:38 AM

So I have a very highly optioned 2018 X2 but unfortunately it doesn't appear that remote start was an option for this year. I've spoken with the BMW geniuses and they confirmed it as well. They did tell me that a local dealership may be able to add in a remote start but my dealership has been hesitant with it.

Has anyone added a remote start system to their car that didn't have one from the factory? If so, which system did you go with? (Links are highly appreciated!)

chowser51 · 10-21-2022, 01:21 PM

Most of us with pre 2020 bmws have given up on remote start. Not willing to give up a key is one reason. Second reason is not many options out there.

Do you want it for cooling the car or warming it? The phone app has an option to crack the windows and run the fan a little.

Speednate54 · 10-22-2022, 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by chowser51

Most of us with pre 2020 bmws have given up on remote start. Not willing to give up a key is one reason. Second reason is not many options out there.

Do you want it for cooling the car or warming it? The phone app has an option to crack the windows and run the fan a little.

Warning it as the winters here in Pennsylvania get quite cold and it doesn't have a parking spot in my garage since my M4 came lol.

What did you mean by giving up a key?

rice_rocket88 · 10-22-2022, 10:41 AM

He means that most cars need the chip in the key to start. For the bmw starters they do not make any "cloning" modules, so basically they use a key that you leave inside the car so that when the car starter activates it uses the key to start. The one brand I saw not only is about 1k, then you need an accessory system and the key. So in total you're looking at 1500 usd or more plus your spare key has to be used in the install so it'll be in the car permanently. Not quite worth it in my opinion. The bmw starts up and warms pretty quick. A starter would be great but.. no good solutions still for our year and models.

Speednate54 · 10-22-2022, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by rice_rocket88

He means that most cars need the chip in the key to start. For the bmw starters they do not make any "cloning" modules, so basically they use a key that you leave inside the car so that when the car starter activates it uses the key to start. The one brand I saw not only is about 1k, then you need an accessory system and the key. So in total you're looking at 1500 usd or more plus your spare key has to be used in the install so it'll be in the car permanently. Not quite worth it in my opinion. The bmw starts up and warms pretty quick. A starter would be great but.. no good solutions still for our year and models.

Oh I got it and ya that just doesn't seem like good solution or worth the money.

CueBase · 10-22-2022, 08:06 PM

I got a Eurostart for my 2022 and it was 1k installed Canadian funds. Worth every penny. Yes I lost a key fob but I can use my phone to start the car anywhere and I use it multiple times a week and it's not even cold yet.

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chowser51 Colonel 2025 Rep 2,805 Posts Drives: F33 430 and F39 M35i Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Cleveland, OH iTrader: (3) Garage List 2018 BMW 430i xDrive [0.00]	Most of us with pre 2020 bmws have given up on remote start. Not willing to give up a key is one reason. Second reason is not many options out there. Do you want it for cooling the car or warming it? The phone app has an option to crack the windows and run the fan a little.
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rice_rocket88 Major 298 Rep 1,079 Posts Drives: E60 F48 F39 Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	He means that most cars need the chip in the key to start. For the bmw starters they do not make any "cloning" modules, so basically they use a key that you leave inside the car so that when the car starter activates it uses the key to start. The one brand I saw not only is about 1k, then you need an accessory system and the key. So in total you're looking at 1500 usd or more plus your spare key has to be used in the install so it'll be in the car permanently. Not quite worth it in my opinion. The bmw starts up and warms pretty quick. A starter would be great but.. no good solutions still for our year and models.
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CueBase New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: BMW X2 Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	I got a Eurostart for my 2022 and it was 1k installed Canadian funds. Worth every penny. Yes I lost a key fob but I can use my phone to start the car anywhere and I use it multiple times a week and it's not even cold yet.
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