The magic of the automatic gearbox

Geord · 02-26-2018, 02:21 PM

I am I right in thinking the automatic gearbox uses information from the sat nav, to make sure the car is in the optimal gear

Weiman · 02-26-2018, 02:54 PM

No, ConnectedShift is only available in 5 and 7 series so far I think.

Bill_P · 02-27-2018, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Geord

I am I right in thinking the automatic gearbox uses information from the sat nav, to make sure the car is in the optimal gear

I recall seeing information to this effect when I was buying my X1. Can't say that I have ever noticed anything - but how would you. I have driven and owned many automatics over the years and this is by far the best.

jsdh89j9ijkL · 02-27-2018, 10:26 AM

"In SPORT and COMFORT modes, the characteristics of ConnectedShift are adapted to the respective driving program, in ECO PRO mode ConnectedShift is not available. ConnectedShift is also not available during control operation of cruise control.
ConnectedShift is used in the F48, depending on the equipment, specifically in vehicles with gas engine, automatic transmission and navigation system.
A prerequisite is that the map data and the required additional information for the country are available. This is dependent on the navigation map provider and is not available worldwide for all countries."

Weiman · 02-27-2018, 02:04 PM

I stand corrected

It's not easy to find any official information about this though.

ttimbo · 02-27-2018, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by jsdh89j9ijkL

"In SPORT and COMFORT modes, the characteristics of ConnectedShift are adapted to the respective driving program, in ECO PRO mode ConnectedShift is not available. ConnectedShift is also not available during control operation of cruise control.
ConnectedShift is used in the F48, depending on the equipment, specifically in vehicles with gas engine, automatic transmission and navigation system.
A prerequisite is that the map data and the required additional information for the country are available. This is dependent on the navigation map provider and is not available worldwide for all countries."

The source of this information is the technical training documentation, viz: http://f48.bimmerpost.com/forums/att...0&d=1443221524

FWIW, my sense is that ConnectedDrive in the F48 is somewhat less advanced than that implemented in the latest 5 and 7 series.

Lawton1984 · 02-28-2018, 06:38 AM

Could someone please explain what connected shift is? I have the X1 20i xline xdrive ordered should be here mid march.

Weiman · 02-28-2018, 07:40 AM

Predictive shifting. For example, the car could shift down if it is approaching a sharp turn.

Douggie · 03-01-2018, 06:31 AM

Gearbox with a mind of its own? No thanks. I want to have as much control as I can until damn bots take over my driving

Weiman · 03-01-2018, 11:28 AM

Any automatic gearbox has a "mind of its own". This just a bit more intelligent, presumably.

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Geord Enlisted Member 11 Rep 32 Posts Drives: F48 20d sport auto Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: York iTrader: (0)	The magic of the automatic gearbox I am I right in thinking the automatic gearbox uses information from the sat nav, to make sure the car is in the optimal gear
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jsdh89j9ijkL Second Lieutenant 65 Rep 200 Posts Drives: motorcycle Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: there iTrader: (0)	"In SPORT and COMFORT modes, the characteristics of ConnectedShift are adapted to the respective driving program, in ECO PRO mode ConnectedShift is not available. ConnectedShift is also not available during control operation of cruise control. ConnectedShift is used in the F48, depending on the equipment, specifically in vehicles with gas engine, automatic transmission and navigation system. A prerequisite is that the map data and the required additional information for the country are available. This is dependent on the navigation map provider and is not available worldwide for all countries."
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