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BMW X3 vs. BMW 7-Series Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about BMW X3 and BMW 7-Series features right here.

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Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. BMW 7-Series

  

Model Year 2011 2011 2009
Model X3 X3 7-Series
Trim xDrive28i xDrive35i 750Li
Engines  
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6600
221 lb-ft@2750		 3.0L I6<br>DOHC-4v<br>240 hp@6600 <br>221 lb-ft@2750 is a standard feature.    
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1300		   turbocharged<br> 3.0L I6<br>DOHC-4v<br>300 hp@5800 <br>300 lb-ft@1300 is a standard feature.  
turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
400 hp@5500
450 lb-ft@1750		     turbocharged<br> 4.4L V8<br>DOHC-4v<br>400 hp@5500 <br>450 lb-ft@1750 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic     6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.
Drivetrains  
AWD AWD is a standard feature. AWD is a standard feature.  
RWD     RWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
245/55HR17 tires 245/55HR17 tires is a standard feature. 245/55HR17 tires is a standard feature.  
245/50WR18 tires 245/50WR18 tires is an optional feature. 245/50WR18 tires is a standard feature.  
245/45WR19 tires   245/45WR19 tires is an optional feature.  
275/40WR19 tires   275/40WR19 tires is an optional feature.  
245/50VR18 tires     245/50VR18 tires is a standard feature.
245/45YR19 tires     245/45YR19 tires is an optional feature.
245/40WR20 tires     245/40WR20 tires is an optional feature.
275/35WR20 tires     275/35WR20 tires is an optional feature.
275/40YR19 tires     275/40YR19 tires is an optional feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 205W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) Unbranded, 205W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Unbranded, 205W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.  
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.
Unbranded, 205W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)     Unbranded, 205W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.
Accessories  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speedAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.       Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature.
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Cruise control Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature.  
First-aid kit     First-aid kit is a standard feature.
Heated steering wheel Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature.
Power door closersPulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.       Power door closers is an optional feature.
Pulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power liftgateLiftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.   Power liftgate is an optional feature. Power liftgate is an optional feature.  
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Power trunk closerDecklid can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.       Power trunk closer is an optional feature.
Decklid can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.   Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote appCheck on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.   Remote app is an optional feature. Remote app is an optional feature.  
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature.
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Sunshade, rear, powerGreatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.       Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature.
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.
Sunshades, second rowGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.   Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature.  
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.
Sunshades, second row, powerGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. Includes value of manual shades.       Sunshades, second row, power is an optional feature.
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. Includes value of manual shades.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power     Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature.
Tool kit Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature.
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.   Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature.
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Around view camerasSmall external cameras provide a top-down view all around the vehicle, to reduce blind spots while parking.   Around view cameras is an optional feature. Around view cameras is an optional feature. Around view cameras is an optional feature.
Small external cameras provide a top-down view all around the vehicle, to reduce blind spots while parking.
Blind spot warning systemMirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.       Blind spot warning system is an optional feature.
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.   Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Hill descent controlSelectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.   Hill descent control is a standard feature. Hill descent control is a standard feature.  
Selectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.
Knee airbag, driver     Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature.
Knee airbag, passenger     Knee airbag, passenger is a standard feature.
Lane departure warningAlerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.       Lane departure warning is an optional feature.
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.
Night visionCreates infrared-based image of the road ahead.       Night vision is an optional feature.
Creates infrared-based image of the road ahead.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature.
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Pedestrian detection, nightNight vision system detects pedestrians ahead of the car, then highlights them on the display.       Pedestrian detection, night is an optional feature.
Night vision system detects pedestrians ahead of the car, then highlights them on the display.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Tires, run-flatCan be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.   Tires, run-flat is a standard feature. Tires, run-flat is a standard feature. Tires, run-flat is a standard feature.
Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.
Torque vectoring, brake-basedUses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control.   Torque vectoring, brake-based is an optional feature. Torque vectoring, brake-based is an optional feature.  
Uses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management  
Air-conditioned storage compartment     Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature.
Cargo area partition netNet extending from the floor to the ceiling to prevent cargo from flying into the passenger area during sudden stops.   Cargo area partition net is an optional feature. Cargo area partition net is an optional feature.  
Net extending from the floor to the ceiling to prevent cargo from flying into the passenger area during sudden stops.
Cargo area rails w/tie downs Cargo area rails w/tie downs is an optional feature. Cargo area rails w/tie downs is an optional feature.  
Cargo cover Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is a standard feature.  
Cargo mat Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature.  
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Rear seat pass-throughUsually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.       Rear seat pass-through is an optional feature.
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.
Roof railsNo crossbars.   Roof rails is an optional feature. Roof rails is an optional feature.  
No crossbars.
Ski sackSack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.       Ski sack is an optional feature.
Sack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.   Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature.  
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic air recirculationAutomatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.   Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature.
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Heated windshield washer nozzles Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.   Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature.
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air vents with automatic controlsMaintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.       Rear air vents with automatic controls is a standard feature.
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.
Rear air vents with manual controlsFan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.   Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature.  
Fan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear dual-zone climate controlRequires and does not include the value of rear air vents.       Rear dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.
Requires and does not include the value of rear air vents.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Rear wiper Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature.  
Residual heatProvides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.       Residual heat is a standard feature.
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.
Wiper de-icerHeating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.       Wiper de-icer is a standard feature.
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.
Engine / Motor  
Regenerative brakingSmart alternator recharges battery only while braking, to improve fuel economy.   Regenerative braking is a standard feature. Regenerative braking is a standard feature.  
Smart alternator recharges battery only while braking, to improve fuel economy.
Exterior  
Bodyside claddingProtective cladding extending partly onto the doors.   Bodyside cladding is an optional feature. Bodyside cladding is an optional feature.  
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors.
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors.        
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Deep-tinted rear windows Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature.  
Metallic paint (extra cost) Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature. Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature.  
Panoramic sunroofFront glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.   Panoramic sunroof is an optional feature. Panoramic sunroof is an optional feature.  
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.   Rear spoiler is a standard feature. Rear spoiler is a standard feature.  
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Special exterior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Special exterior trim is an optional feature. Special exterior trim is an optional feature. Special exterior trim is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sunroof     Sunroof is a standard feature.
Wheel-lip moldingsExtensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.   Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature. Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature.  
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.
Gas Guzzler Tax  
1000     1000 is a standard feature.
Infotainment  
App supportTouchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.    App support is an optional feature. App support is an optional feature.  
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.
Audio controls on steering wheel Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth audio streamingUses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.   Bluetooth audio streaming is an optional feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is an optional feature.  
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.   Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, remoteCD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.       CD changer, remote is an optional feature.
CD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.
CD player CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature.
DVD-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.       DVD-compatible player is an optional feature.
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.
Entertainment system with dual headrest screensA DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens.       Entertainment system with dual headrest screens is an optional feature.
A DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens.
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.   HD radio is a standard feature. HD radio is a standard feature. HD radio is a standard feature.
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
iPod integrationIntegrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.       iPod integration is an optional feature.
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.
Media driveBuilt-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.   Media drive is an optional feature. Media drive is an optional feature. Media drive is a standard feature.
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is an optional feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.   Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is a standard feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
Rear seat audio controlsAudio controls for rear seat passengers, usually to control output through headphone jacks.       Rear seat audio controls is an optional feature.
Audio controls for rear seat passengers, usually to control output through headphone jacks.
Satellite radio - one year subscriptionXM or Sirius with one-year subscription.   Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature.
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription.
Smartphone integrationIn BMWs includes baseplate in center console that provides a connection to an external antenna, but that requires an additional adapter.       Smartphone integration is an optional feature.
In BMWs includes baseplate in center console that provides a connection to an external antenna, but that requires an additional adapter.
SMS text-to-speech readerConverts text messages to speech.   SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature.  
Converts text messages to speech.
Surround sound Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature.
Telematics service, such as OnStarIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.   Telematics service, such as OnStar is an optional feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is an optional feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature.
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Traffic informationInformation about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.   Traffic information is an optional feature. Traffic information is an optional feature. Traffic information is a standard feature.
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.   USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature.
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for external devicesPhone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.   Voice control for external devices is a standard feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature.  
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature.
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming headlightsHigh beams automatically turned on and off.   Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature.
High beams automatically turned on and off.
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirrorPassenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is a standard feature.
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.   Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.       Compass is a standard feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Cornering lightsLights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.       Cornering lights is a standard feature.
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Head-up display (HUD)Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.   Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature.
Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.
Headlight washers Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is a standard feature.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat     Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat is a standard feature.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.   Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.   Mirror tilt-down in reverse is an optional feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is an optional feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature.
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
Outside temperature display Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.   Perimeter approach lighting is an optional feature. Perimeter approach lighting is an optional feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature.
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Power-folding mirrorsMirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.   Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature.
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Rear reading lights Rear reading lights is a standard feature. Rear reading lights is a standard feature.  
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.   Steering-linked headlights is an optional feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.   Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature.
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   Xenon HID headlights is an optional feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature.
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets      
Front sport buckets Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is an optional feature.  
Second-row 3-person bench     Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature.
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.  
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature.  
Aluminum trimReal aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.   Aluminum trim is an optional feature.    
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature.
Ceramic controlsCeramic finish on some interior controls.       Ceramic controls is an optional feature.
Ceramic finish on some interior controls.
Cooled or ventilated front seats     Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature.
Cooled or ventilated second row seats     Cooled or ventilated second row seats is an optional feature.
Door sill trim plates      
Floor mats     Floor mats is a standard feature.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.  
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Heated second row seats Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature.
Illuminated door sill trim plates     Illuminated door sill trim plates is an optional feature.
Leather door panel trim     Leather door panel trim is a standard feature.
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.   Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.  
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather upholstery, extended coverageLeather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.       Leather upholstery, extended coverage is an optional feature.
Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.  
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.  
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Massage, driver seatPower lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back.       Massage, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back.
Memory system, driver seat Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.
Memory system, passenger seat     Memory system, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seatsLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.       Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats is an optional feature.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat     Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat     Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats     Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats is an optional feature.
Power height adjuster, driver seat Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, passenger seat Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, driver seat Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, passenger seat Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, second row seats     Power recliner, second row seats is an optional feature.
Power seatback bolsters, driver seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.       Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.       Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, second row seatsPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.       Power tilt adjuster, second row seats is an optional feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.       Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.       Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.
Power upper seatback recliner, second row seatsThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.       Power upper seatback recliner, second row seats is an optional feature.
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.
Synthetic leather seating surfacesA.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.   Synthetic leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Synthetic leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.  
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.
Synthetic suede headlinerUsually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.       Synthetic suede headliner is an optional feature.
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.
Upgraded leather upholsteryNo additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.       Upgraded leather upholstery is an optional feature.
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Upholstered instrument panel      
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     Upholstered instrument panel, leather is an optional feature.
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.   Wood trim is an optional feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature.
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Active stabilizer barsMotors joining the left and right halves of the stabilizer bars twist them to further reduce roll in turns and disengages them to improve ride quality when not turning.       Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature.
Motors joining the left and right halves of the stabilizer bars twist them to further reduce roll in turns and disengages them to improve ride quality when not turning.
Active steeringThe steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.       Active steering is an optional feature.
The steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.
Adaptive dampers - electricalShocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.   Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature. Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature. Adaptive dampers - electrical is a standard feature.
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.
Alloy wheels Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Electronic systems calibration selectorVaries throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.   Electronic systems calibration selector is an optional feature. Electronic systems calibration selector is an optional feature. Electronic systems calibration selector is a standard feature.
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.
Power steering coolerOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Power steering cooler is a standard feature. Power steering cooler is a standard feature.  
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Rear air springs, auto-levelingAir springs maintain the rear ride height.       Rear air springs, auto-leveling is a standard feature.
Air springs maintain the rear ride height.
Rear wheel steeringThe rear wheels steer to improve steering responsiveness at high speeds and reduce the turning circle at low speeds.       Rear wheel steering is an optional feature.
The rear wheels steer to improve steering responsiveness at high speeds and reduce the turning circle at low speeds.
Summer tires (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.     Summer tires (optional) is an optional feature.  
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Variable steering ratio (optional)Steering ratio gets quicker the farther the wheel is turned.   Variable steering ratio (optional) is an optional feature. Variable steering ratio (optional) is an optional feature.  
Steering ratio gets quicker the farther the wheel is turned.
Transmission  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controlsPaddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.   Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature.
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.

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Option Package Contents

M Sport Package

Features
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Special exterior trim
Front sport buckets
245/50WR18 tires

Luxury Design

Features
Remote app
Navigation system
Telematics service, such as OnStar
Voice control for nav and audio
Traffic information
Media drive
SMS text-to-speech reader
Bluetooth audio streaming

Premium Tier

Features
Cargo mat
Power-folding mirrors
Cargo area rails w/tie downs
Perimeter approach lighting
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Mirror tilt-down in reverse
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror

Driving Assistance Plus Package

Features
Obstacle detection, front
Around view cameras

Convenience Tier

Features
Adaptive dampers - electrical
Electronic systems calibration selector
Torque vectoring, brake-based
Variable steering ratio (optional)

M Sport Design

Features
Bodyside cladding
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls

Cold Weather Package

Features
Heated second row seats
Headlight washers

Dynamic Handling Package

Features
Steering-linked headlights

Driving Assistance Package

Features
245/45WR19 tires

Parking Assistance Package

Features
Summer tires (optional)
275/40WR19 tires

Luxury Design

Features
Remote app
Navigation system
Telematics service, such as OnStar
Voice control for nav and audio
Traffic information
Media drive
SMS text-to-speech reader
Bluetooth audio streaming

Premium Tier

Features
Cargo mat
Power-folding mirrors
Cargo area rails w/tie downs
Perimeter approach lighting
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Mirror tilt-down in reverse
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror

Driving Assistance Plus Package

Features
Obstacle detection, front
Around view cameras

Convenience Tier

Features
Adaptive dampers - electrical
Electronic systems calibration selector
Torque vectoring, brake-based
Variable steering ratio (optional)

Executive Tier

Features
Bodyside cladding

M Sport Package

Features
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Special exterior trim
Front sport buckets
245/50WR18 tires

Cold Weather Package

Features
Heated second row seats
Headlight washers

Individual Composition

Features
Upgraded leather upholstery
Leather upholstery, extended coverage
Synthetic suede headliner
Illuminated door sill trim plates
245/40WR20 tires
275/35WR20 tires

M Sport Package

Features
Special exterior trim
Active steering
Rear wheel steering
275/40YR19 tires

Executive Package

Features
CD changer, remote
MP3-compatible player
Surround sound
DVD-compatible player
iPod integration
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)

Cold Weather Package

Features
Heated second row seats
Rear seat pass-through
Heated steering wheel
Ski sack

M Sport Edition

Features
Power door closers
Power trunk closer
Proximity key

Executive Package

Features
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Sunshades, second row, power
Massage, driver seat

M Sport Edition

Features
Auto-dimming headlights
Lane departure warning
Blind spot warning system

Luxury Seating Package with Cold Weather

Features
Cooled or ventilated second row seats
Power recliner, second row seats
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats
Power upper seatback recliner, second row seats
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