Does the 2012 BMW 118i Imported Model Not Have Bluetooth?

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DeIsla
07/24/25 10:31am
It is not standard, but you can opt to install an in-car Bluetooth system. Vehicle Dimensions: The model is positioned as a compact 5-door, 5-seat hatchback with dimensions of 4324*1765*1458mm and a wheelbase of 2690mm. Powertrain Configuration: Equipped with a 1.6T L4 engine (available in high and low power versions) and a 2.0T engine. The 1.6T low-power version delivers 136 horsepower and 220 Nm of torque, while the high-power version offers 170 horsepower and 250 Nm. The 2.0T engine provides 218 horsepower and 310 Nm of torque. The entire lineup is paired with a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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McRafael
08/11/25 5:36am
As a BMW mechanic with 10 years of experience, I can confirm that the 2012 imported 118i indeed lacks basic Bluetooth music functionality. Veteran owners know that this generation 1 Series' Bluetooth module was hidden in optional packages - only the one with code 606 supports Bluetooth audio. Here's a quick DIY verification: press the voice button on your steering wheel; if there's no response, the module is missing. However, phone functionality might still be available - try pairing your phone in the 'Audio Settings' on the center console. For those wanting Bluetooth music, don't worry. Just spend about 200 yuan on a Bluetooth receiver plugged into the glovebox USB port, connect it via AUX cable, and you're set - the sound quality rivals the factory system. Those with technical skills can even enable hidden features themselves, provided the car has a Combox module. If all else fails, visit a professional modification shop - replacing the head unit costs around 1,000 yuan.
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