On-board computer on Control Display. Sport displays. Speed warning

The Control Display of the BMW 5 G30 offers two on-board computer variants: the classic on-board computer with average values and the trip computer for route analysis. Both can be reset separately or automatically. In addition, sport displays show power and torque in real time, a feature for performance-minded drivers. The chapter is complemented by the configurable speed warning, which helps prevent exceeding speed limits. Settings are made conveniently via iDrive, and the current speed can also be adopted as the limit value. This chapter is ideal for drivers who want to combine performance, efficiency and safety.

On-board computer on Control Display

Principle

The on-board computer shows various vehicle data on the Control Display, such as

average values.

General

The Control Display offers two types of on-board computer:

• "On-board computer": Average values, such as consumption, are displayed.

The values can be reset individually.

"Trip computer": Values provide an overview of a specific route and can be reset as often as required.

Call up the on-board computer or trip computer

Via iDrive:

1. 1
   "My Vehicle"
2. 2
   "Vehicle Info"
3. 3
   "On-board computer" or "Trip computer"

Reset the on-board computer

Via iDrive:

1. 1
   "My Vehicle"
2. 2
   "Vehicle Info"
3. 3
   "On-board computer"
4. 4
   "Consumption" or "Speed"
5. 5
   "OK"

Reset the trip computer

Via iDrive:

1. 1
   "My Vehicle"
2. 2
   "Vehicle Info"
3. 3
   "Trip computer"
4. 4
   If necessary, tilt the controller to the left.

• "Reset": All values are reset.
• "Reset automatically": All values are reset after approx. 4 hours of the vehicle being stationary.

Sport displays

General

On equipped vehicles, the current values for output and torque can be shown on the Control Display.

Displays

Via iDrive:

1. 1
   "My Vehicle"
2. 2
   "Experience Technology"
3. 3
   "Sport displays"

Speed warning

Principle

A speed limit can be set, and a warning is given when it is reached.

General

The warning is issued again once the speed falls below the set speed limit by at least 5 km/h.

Display, set or change the speed warning

Via iDrive:

1. 1
   "My Vehicle"
2. 2
   "Vehicle settings"
3. 3
   "Speed warning"
4. 4
   "Warning at:"
5. 5
   Turn the controller until the desired speed is shown.
6. 6
   Press the controller.

Activate/deactivate the speed warning

Via iDrive:

1. 1
   "My Vehicle"
2. 2
   "Vehicle settings"
3. 3
   "Speed warning"
4. 4
   "Speed warning"
5. 5
   Press the controller.

Adopt the current speed as the speed warning

Via iDrive:

1. 1
   "My Vehicle"
2. 2
   "Vehicle settings"
3. 3
   "Speed warning"
4. 4
   "Adopt current speed"
5. 5
   Press the controller.

The on-board computer on the Control Display of the BMW 5 Series (G30/G31) provides a comprehensive overview of vehicle and trip data. Thanks to the option to choose between the on-board computer and the trip computer, values can be monitored and evaluated in a targeted way. In this way, the system supports a conscious and efficient driving style, whether in everyday use or on long journeys.

The sport displays enhance the driving experience by showing output and torque in real time. This function is a highlight for sporty drivers in particular, as it provides feedback on vehicle dynamics and increases driving enjoyment. The clear visualization also helps with better control.

In addition, the speed warning ensures that set speed limits are not exceeded inadvertently. This makes the BMW 5 Series (G30/G31) a reliable partner for safe and conscious driving.