Like the four-cylinder versions in the BMW 1 Series, the BMW 130i is equipped with BMW's two-stage Brake Force Display quite unique in the compact class. Introducing this innovation, BMW is indeed making a significant contribution to the avoidance of rear-end collisions. When applying the brakes under normal conditions, the brake lights in the BMW 130i will come on the usual way. When applying the brakes all-out or when activating the anti-lock brake system, in turn, the brakes will automatically come on over a larger area. With their particularly brilliant effect under such conditions, the brake lights inform drivers following from behind that there is a dangerous situation ahead. The stronger light signal will then induce the driver of a vehicle following from behind to press down the brake pedal harder himself.



Ease of Control with Luxury Class Standards

The ease of control ensured by BMW's iDrive* control concept is absolutely unique in the compact class and sets the standard also for other segments in the market. BMW iDrive is automatically included in the car's wide range of features whenever the customer orders his BMW 130i with a navigation system. Simply by pressing, turning and moving the Controller in the centre console, the driver is able to initialise and mastermind all secondary and comfort functions as well as the setup and operating modes of his car. Optimised menu guidance is presented on an extra large Control Display in the upper area of the centre console.


Functions required particularly often such as the heating and air conditioning are activated by separate switches on the centre console, and buttons on the multifunction steering wheel serve to call up further settings and functions of particular importance while driving.


With the cockpit being clearly separated into a driving and comfort zone, and with its perfect finish to the last detail, the BMW 130i offers a standard of quality fully in line with all the demands made of even the most sophisticated premium car. As an option the driver is even able to control and mastermind numerous functions of his car via voice entry*.



The Interior - more Functional than in any other Sports Car

The driver of the BMW 130i has the great opportunity to share the unique thrill of sporting performance in the compact class with up to four passengers. Apart from offering the passengers superior seats with superior comfort, the BMW 130i also comes with a most generous and, thanks to the rear seat bench tilting forwards, variable luggage compartment quite unusual for a sports car of this calibre: Depending on the position of the rear seat bench, luggage capacity varies from 330–1,150 litres (11.55-40.25 cu ft).


Swivelling up 1.80 metres or almost 6 feet, the tailgate ensures simple and convenient loading and unloading at the rear. It unlocks either by remote control or by pressing the tailgate handle with its integrated BMW logo. The maximum load of 500 kilos or more than 1,100 lb again underlines the practical benefits of the body concept in handling all kinds of transport requirements, Numerous storage boxes and compartments, the double floor in the luggage compartment, and the power socket in the rear also contribute to the car's high standard of practical value and qualities in everyday use. A new feature in the compact class offered by the BMW 130i is the partition net* preventing cases, baggage and other items stored in the rear from sliding forward into the passenger compartment when applying the brakes all-out, thus serving to protect the car's occupants.


The BMW 130i combines functional, comfort-oriented and sporting features with one another in a truly unique manner. The seats, for example, offer lasting comfort and a secure, safe seating position at all times. A wide range of adjustments and different seating positions also taking the requirements of particularly tall or small individuals into account, as well as the option to adjust the steering column for both reach and height, helps the driver find his - or her - ideal position at the wheel at all times.

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