Whats the difference between bmws steptronic automatic. Click here to shop on my bmw fanatic amazon website. Automatic once placed in drive or any other automatic selector position, it selects the gear ratio. I noticed the lack of an additional oil cooler on the automatic equipped 5i vs the manual i drove back to back.
This unit features double overhead camshaft valve gear, 6 cylinder layout, and 4 valves per cylinder. Shop our full line of genuine bmw m performance parts for the e82 e88 1 series. Welcome to the bmw 1 series coupe forum 1 series convertible forum 1m tii 5i 128i coupe cabrio hatchback bmw e82 e88 128i i 5i. Sep 03, 2014 one transmission in particular that tempts manual drivers is the steptronic. Ive been a staunch manual guy, having owned only 2 autos in 29 years of driving and pretty much regretted it each time. Repairsurge is compatible with any internetenabled computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet device. Found in all modern bmw cars, the steptronic is bmw s answer to the dsg transmission found in volkswagen cars. My manual 330i puts a smile on my face everyday, even if granny shifting hehe. Used bmw 1 series with manual transmission for sale cargurus.
Bmw 5i coupe steptronic, 6speed has a beneficial value between about 4,333 and 4,525 kr per month. The 2008 bmw 1series has been a long time coming, with initial hints and rumors dating back to 2001. Transmission testing after solenoid swap 5i youtube. The 060 time is going to be faster in a manual than in the automatic. While bmw naming convention would have called the car the m1, the name bmw 1 series m was used instead, to avoid confusion with the original bmw m1. My dads 645ci is steptronic, it basically drives itself. If its a daily driver auto might be better but as a weekend toy id go with manual. The steptronic transmission is available across a wide selection of the bmw model lineup. Bmw x5 bmw x5 owners manual controls driving automatic transmission with steptronic sport program and manual mode ms activating the sport program push the selector lever to the left out of transmission position d. How to use the bmw steptronic transmission and select.
With steptronic you just floor it on the straight, no skill required. Initially the solution was pretty simply, till bmw switched things up on us. Automobile bmw 5i annexe 168 manual 162 pages automobile bmw 118 cabriolet brochure 2009 brochure. Track daysrace track steptronic vs manual bmw 1 series coupe. Both models will come standard with a sixspeed manual transmission. Everything you ever wanted to know about bmw s steptronic transmission. Get access to our 2008 bmw 5i repair information right now, online. I loove the manual but the interior and colour combination of the auto one i have seen looks sooo nice.
The last time i was there i noticed more than a few e46s with manual windows. Track daysrace track steptronic vs manual track autocross dragstrip. Bmw 335i manual vs automatic the jaguar xe s goes head 2 head with the bmw 335i m sport in this special include a standard eightspeed auto and a sixspeed manual, find used bmw 335i for sale. The 2008 bmw 5i is the topoftheline 1 series coming to our shores in march. The 2008 bmw 1 series is available as a compact coupe and softtop convertible. Hi everyone, i have had very bad experience with the stephen james bmw in blackheath and have just returned my 5i. Just in time for the summer sequel season, its the fourth installment in the classic conflict between east. All of chiltons online content for the 2008 bmw 5i is updated monthly, so youll have the most recent information on hand for any doityourself project. Feb 29, 2016 this video is about how to use the bmw steptronic transmission and how to start and select drive,reverse,neutral,park,sports, and manual and how to select eco pro,comfort,and sport modes.
Yes, bmw sold a twin turbo, 6mt sporty car without a lsd. Bmw s new 1 series really is just thatthe only one in its class. So, owners had to rely on the aftermarket for a solution. The 325i is a passenger car from bmw, with rear wheel drive, a front located engine and a 4 door saloon sedan body style. Wegot the chance to test drive the new bmw 5i coupe as well. Standard equipment on the 128i includes 17inch alloy wheels, automatic. May 05, 2008 this car simply replaces what the 3 used to be. Welcome to bimmerpost, the ultimate bmw forum and community. A newcomer to bmw s small car fleet, the 1series coupe, is no onedimensional squib nor is it a decathlete. Bmw bmw 335i manual transmissions advance auto parts.
Steptronic is just bmw s trade name for their basic torque converter automatic tran. For todays video, i talk about and compare my experiences with bmws dct dual clutch transmission, and the bmw 6speed manual. Everything you ever wanted to know about bmws steptronic. Transmission testing after solenoid swap 5i dmacpro91.
In this video, ill discuss your options as it relates to whether youre going to go with an auto or manual transmission 5i, 335i or a 535i n54. Im sure this has been covered a few times but i just cannot seem to find it. Find your 2008 bmw 5i repair manual right now at chilton. After all, choosing a bmw is about performance and the ultimate driving machine. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2008 bmw 1 series coupe 2d 5i. The bmw 1 series m coupe often referred to as the 1m is the highperformance model of the e82 coupe range, developed by bmw s motorsport branch bmw m. My friend had a 2003 bmw 330li that was an automatic. Bmw s announcement of the 5i hit us like pavlovs bell, the one he used to make his dog salivate. Detailed features and specs for the used 2008 bmw 1 series including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. North americans would be amazed at how basic many bmws are in europe. The 2008 bmw 5i coupe gets to 100 kph 62 mph in just 5. Bmw is a global company and they have many markets that lend themselves to smaller cars. Bimmerfest is the premiere website for bmw owners around the world with interactive forums, photo galleries and an invaluable resource into the minds of true bmw enthusiasts.
This transmission performs very fast, flawless gearshifts for maximum dynamic performance available on the 5i and 123d as of march 2008. And unless youre a pro driver probably quicker than most people in a manual. No, neither transmission type will require you to learn to drive stick. Although usually operated in a fully automatic mode, many also have the. Our list of 3 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2008 bmw 5i. With the steptronic transmission option, is the car at all like a manual car i. Rwd rearwheel drive, automatic 6speed gearbox with steptronic manual shift mode. Has anyone seen anything out there on the similarities or differences between the new e82 and the e46 coupe.
Bmw steptronic transmissionbest of both worlds bmw blog. As most of you know im in the market for a e90 335i, wanted steptronic but so far getting lots of deals with manuals but to be honest i have brushed them off cause my mind was set on steptronic thanks to my e90 330d but in seeing that i cannot find the one im looking for i need to know. In todays blog post, i will tell you more about the steptronic gearbox, how it works, and why you might want to buy a bmw with it. Page 11 6speed automatic transmission here with nonsmoker package with adaptive transmission management atm and steptronic. Mar 22, 2017 bmw n54 automatic or manual transmission. Read about the quick test for the 2008 bmw 5i brought to you by the automotive experts at motor trend. The 335i and 5i were not offered with a limited slip differential.
Search from 142 used bmw 5i cars for sale, including a 2008 bmw 5i convertible, a 2009 bmw 5i coupe, and a 2010 bmw 5i convertible ranging in. Bmw has always been strong at being able to produce compact cars with soul and spirit. For drivers who are passionate about performance, there has long been a compromise when choosing between a manual and an automatic. No fancy transmission here, just a plainjane, automatic augmented with paddle shifters. This additional bit of cooling is located just to the side of the passenger side brake duct at the front of the car. We have 88 bmw 1 series 5i vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 11 1owner cars, and 3 personal use cars. This transmission performs very fast, flawless gearshifts for maximum dynamic performance available on the 5i and 123d as. I have a buddy with a 335i and i have an older sti 05, vs his 07 335i and while i respect his car its so much less practical. There is a great piece in the new roundel on the new 3 series coupe using an e46 coupe as a base line as an 01 325ci owner it made me feel really lucky.
Neither has a clutch pedal, and both utilize a more or less standard prnd shift lever. I recently moved and stuffed the truck and back backseat of my bmw 5i full to capacity and my top wouldnt drop, i figured oh my trunk is to full it will drop when i empty it i make the move and emptied everything out of my car and drunk and still the top will not drop. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. I have had very bad experience with the stephen james bmw in blackheath and have just returned my 5i. Its powered courtesy of a naturally aspirated engine of 3 litre capacity. From m performance steering wheels, shift knobs, and carbon fiber interior trims and spoilers, to bmw power kits, aerodynamics, and exhaust systems we offer the m performance parts your bmw 5i, 128i, or 1m coupe craves. The manual can rev and get a better launch than the automatic if spinning is kept to a minimum. It is a fine art, an art where engineering integrity generates the dna that dictates whether a small car will be an allround track and field star or purely a onedimensional athlete. I am now about to buy another 5i in the couple of days and have rounded it of to 2, one being a manual and the other an auto. Take a small, compact rearwheel drive coupe, slip a responsive chassis under it with big wheels and brakes, then stuff an awesome twinturbocharged sixcylinder engine under the bonnet and youve got the makings of an exciting sports car. A dualclutch transmission dct is essentially a type of automated manual transmission in.
Though the 3series has traditionally been bmw s entrylevel. One transmission in particular that tempts manual drivers is the steptronic. Here is my account and feelings on the new 2002 remake. Bmw 1 series coupe forum 1 series convertible forum 1m. However they didnt have a zf steptronic 6 speed apparently super quick changes, matching revs on down changes, etc. In january 2008, bmw introduced a dualclutch transmission for their m3. From a start a manual could take me, but on the interstate the automatic can shift faster than most people with a manual. But if you must discuss numbers, the 2008 bmw 128i gives up some big ones to the 5i.
How to use the bmw steptronic transmission and select drive. Vehicles produce about half of the greenhouse gases from a typical u. Interesting question seriously, the 5i is too fast to race from stop lights. Epa mpg owner mpg estimates 2008 bmw 128i 6 cyl, 3. Whether youre interested in the 2015 bmw whats the difference between bmws steptronic automatic transmission and dual clutch transmission. Other transmission choices are of course a fully manual transmission and a sport automaticeither standard or as an option on many models. Download your free pdf file of the 2008 bmw x5 on our comprehensive online database of automotive owners manuals. Found in all modern bmw cars, the steptronic is bmws answer to the dsg transmission found in volkswagen cars. Price a little negotiable, a lot of money and effort put in bmw 335i manual vs automatic 060 bmw 535i e60 n54 2008 restyling automatic versus bmw 335i e92 n54 manual. Bmw 335i how to rewire steptronic paddles to m3 style. From here it looks like a potbellied pig, says chief road test editor chris walton as he points to the nose and scoopedout door profile of the new 2008 bmw 5i coupe.
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