2013 3 Series (E92/E93) July Production Changes

Jason · 05-14-2012, 06:50 PM

All Models
Please note the following changes applying to all MY13 July production models:

- The “snowflake” button for air conditioning will be changed to “A/C”
- The “CD” button on the iDrive controller will be changed to “Media”
- xDrive badge will be re-located from the front fender to the left side of the rear trunk lid for all Sedans, Coupes, and Convertibles.

Navigation system updates (609)

Starting as of July 2012 production, the next generation Navigation Professional system (609) will be available on the 5 Series Sedan, 5 Series Gran Turismo, 7 Series Sedan and ActiveHybrid 3. This new system offers faster processing and an enhanced design over the current system and incorporates several great new features:
• Streamlined radio/media menu structure
• Improved navigation submenu structure
• Advanced Real-Time Traffic Information
• Weather information in navigation map
• POI enrichment*
• GoogleTM autocomplete*
* requires BMW Assist Convenience Plan.

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AcidMal · 05-14-2012, 07:32 PM

The cd button did kinda seem stupid to me. I'll mod it!!!! Jk I don't feel burned yet until they announce all sorts of custom colors and free performance upgrades at the end of next year.

carjon · 05-15-2012, 06:41 PM

No manual 328xi that is really horrible and I guess eliminates it from my list. Next time I'm pretty sure I won't be able to afford a 335 and with no manual for the 328xi that will be out. Wonder if it has anything to do with the engine stop /start for fuel economy.

BMW dropping manual transmissions is a really bad sign.

E90Company · 05-15-2012, 06:53 PM

I like how they are changing the snowflake icon. That annoyed me.

SS e93 · 05-15-2012, 08:59 PM

They are really indecisive about that x-drive badge. LOL.

drevil2k2 · 05-16-2012, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by icyhot e92

They are really indecisive about that x-drive badge. LOL.

Yes, it might look 'too busy' under the obvious Luxury, Modern or Sport side badges. If I get one, first mod is to get a hair dryer and floss...

JRJ1970 · 05-16-2012, 01:25 PM

So we won't be seeing the F32 and F33 until 2014, right? That makes me feel great, I have another year or more of driving a non-dated car.

JRJ1970 · 05-24-2012, 04:06 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jrjinsa

So we won't be seeing the F32 and F33 until 2014, right?

b2nvs2001 · 05-24-2012, 04:18 PM

Electric motor with 2.5 mile range? Really? LOL

superjay · 05-24-2012, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E90Company

I like how they are changing the snowflake icon. That annoyed me.

I remember BMW always using the slowflake. My E21 had it, my E28 had it, my E34 had it, and my E93 has it...I feel they are dumbing it down for the mouth breathing masses at this point

MWhy · 05-24-2012, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superjay

Quote:

Originally Posted by E90Company

I like how they are changing the snowflake icon. That annoyed me.

I remember BMW always using the slowflake. My E21 had it, my E28 had it, my E34 had it, and my E93 has it...I feel they are dumbing it down for the mouth breathing masses at this point

Agree. The snowflake is cool. Pun intended.

How can anyone not know it's a/c?

cptcrunch · 05-25-2012, 10:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MWhy

Agree. The snowflake is cool. Pun intended.

How can anyone not know it's a/c?

I concur. Keep the snowflake! Maybe we should start a petition

Sara · 05-25-2012, 10:30 AM

I like the snowflake

RyNSF · 09-02-2012, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by icyhot e92

They are really indecisive about that x-drive badge. LOL.

Hahaha! Totally.

BMW_Belgier · 09-03-2012, 04:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JRJ1970

So we won't be seeing the F32 and F33 until 2014, right? That makes me feel great, I have another year or more of driving a non-dated car.

+1

Blubaron79 · 09-03-2012, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drevil2k2

Quote:

Originally Posted by icyhot e92

They are really indecisive about that x-drive badge. LOL.

Yes, it might look 'too busy' under the obvious Luxury, Modern or Sport side badges. If I get one, first mod is to get a hair dryer and floss...

So if you ever get towed, they ruin your tranny thinking its RWD.

gds52 · 09-03-2012, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E90Company

I like how they are changing the snowflake icon. That annoyed me.

hahaha...i hardly even look at the AC/Snowflake button.
"auto" mode works good for me.

r3dbimmer89 · 09-05-2012, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E90Company

I like how they are changing the snowflake icon. That annoyed me.

Really?! Its been a snowflake for 30 years

ziominix · 09-05-2012, 05:15 PM

I agree, dropping manual transmission options is a bad
move. Hope this isn't the start of a trend. I enjoy awd plus my third pedal!

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