BMW 5 Series: USB interface
General information
Follow the information regarding the connection of mobile devices to the USB
interface in the section on USB connections.
In the center armrest

A USB interface is located in the center armrest.
Properties:
- USB port Type C.
- For charging of mobile devices.
- Charge current: max. 3 A.
- With navigation system: for data transfer.
In the rear center console

A USB interface with two USB ports is located in
the center console in the rear.
Properties:
- USB port Type C.
- For charging of mobile devices.
- Charge current: 3 A per connection.
Steptronic transmission: in the
center console
NOTICE
Objects in the storage compartment, e.g., large
USB connectors, may block or damage the
cover when it is being opened or closed. There
is a risk of damage to property. Make sure that
the area of movement of the cover is clear
while opening and closing it.

Push the cover forward until it engages.

A USB interface is located in the center console.
Properties:
- USB port Type A.
- For charging mobile devices and for data
transfer.
- Charge current when equipped with telephone
service: max. 2.1 A.
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Warning
Loose objects or devices with a cable connection
to the vehicle, for instance mobile phones,
can be thrown into the car's interior while driving,
for instance in the event of an accident or
du
General information
There are storage compartments in the doors.
Safety information
Warning
Breakable objects, such as glass bottles or
glasses, can break in the event of an accident
or a braking or e
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The table below lists the new features and changes in the G30 compared to the
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Further information
The function
Concept
Pressing the Start/Stop button
switches drive-ready state on or off.
Steptronic transmission: the
drive-ready state is switched on
when you depress the brake pedal while pressing
the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button again switches
drive-ready state back off and standby st