HOW TO: M HYBRID MODE.

The BMW XM is the first vehicle with an M TwinPower Turbo V8 petrol engine and plug-in hybrid technology. The M Hybrid Drive stands for pure driving pleasure, powerful performance, and a distinctive sound. It’s truly in a class of its own and it allows you to switch between fully electric and combined engine drive.

The new M Hybrid button in the centre console allows you to choose between HYBRID, ELECTRIC and eCONTROL modes. To activate the M HYBRID mode, press the M Hybrid button in the centre console.

The system ensures either maximum range or the best possible performance ­– depending on which driving mode you are in. Your BMW XM always starts in HYBRID M COMFORT mode.

In COMFORT mode, the range of the BMW XM can be optimised by using the electric drive as much as possible.

SPORT and SPORT PLUS mode are all about maximum performance. In these modes, both drive types are matched to each other in such a way that the interaction between the combustion engine and the electric drive is as dynamic as possible.

In ELECTRIC mode, your BMW XM is fully electric with a limited top speed of 140 km/h.

To switch from the fully electric driving mode, you have several options: Either use the kickdown, switch to manual mode using the gear lever, or, simply pull the shift paddle. The combustion engine kicks in and your BMW XM activates hybrid mode.

In the eCONTROL mode, the high-voltage battery of your BMW XM is charged up to 80%* while driving, and this state of charge is then maintained.

* this function may vary in some markets

To activate your preferred M HYBRID mode, you have another option: simply save it on the M1 or M2 button. To do this, press the SET UP button on the centre console and use the M1 or M2 configuration.

The selected M HYBRID mode is now part of your M1 or M2 setup, which you can easily activate using the buttons on your steering wheel. Give it a try!