[drac]

I recently bought a 2024 M340 and has iDrive 8. Was wondering how we can check if the hardware will eventually be able to support iDrive 8.5?
Or I wonder if there will be a way in the future to do a software update via a third party as older F30s were able to update to ID6 from ID4.

[zlatko]

No - there is no upgrade possible to iDrive 8.5 for current G20. May be the second LCI will include compatible HW for LCI2 cars.

[TheNine90]

The new operating system 8.5 will only be available in vehicles with the HU-H5 head unit.
Customers that have BMW Operating System 8 with the HU-H4 head unit WILL NOT be able to move to BMW Operating System 8.5. Also, due to the multiple hardware, software and wiring harness changes, a retrofit option from the HU-H4 head unit to the HU-H5 head unit WILL NOT be possible.

[ramparts]

Only cars built after July 2024 for g2x chassis

[drac]

Originally Posted by TheNine90

The new operating system 8.5 will only be available in vehicles with the HU-H5 head unit.
Customers that have BMW Operating System 8 with the HU-H4 head unit WILL NOT be able to move to BMW Operating System 8.5. Also, due to the multiple hardware, software and wiring harness changes, a retrofit option from the HU-H4 head unit to the HU-H5 head unit WILL NOT be possible.

Where can I find out which head unit I have?

[zlatko]

drac - there is no G20/21 with newer HU than H4. H5 could be installed in LCI2.

[srbs73]

Having owned cars with 7, 8 and 8.5 recently, it's a real shame that BMW can't be bothered to deliver an upgrade to idrive 8. Even if some of the functionality can't be supported, I find it hard to believe they couldn't deliver an 8.1 so that we can benefit from the improved user interface - particularly the button locations along the bottom.

[TheNine90]

Originally Posted by drac

Where can I find out which head unit I have?

You can check the hardware variant in the svt using esys or using the vin

[ramparts]

Originally Posted by drac

I recently bought a 2024 M340 and has iDrive 8. Was wondering how we can check if the hardware will eventually be able to support iDrive 8.5?
Or I wonder if there will be a way in the future to do a software update via a third party as older F30s were able to update to ID6 from ID4.

You have an MGU21 ( head unit high 4 ).
No need to check anything, all g2x have it from 07/2022 to 06/2024 build dates.

From 07/2024, they will be built with the MGU22 ( head unit high 5, idrive 8.5)

[drac]

i placed the order on my car in 08/24, and car was produced in 9/24

[ramparts]

Originally Posted by drac

i placed the order on my car in 08/24, and car was produced in 9/24

You have done well then, when did you travel back in time ?

[drac]

Originally Posted by ramparts

You have done well then, when did you travel back in time ?

hahahaha
meant to say ordered 8/23 and produced/built 9/23
no so iDrive 8.5
really hoping for 8.1 at least

[ramparts]

Originally Posted by drac

hahahaha
meant to say ordered 8/23 and produced/built 9/23

In presumed as much bur couldn’t resist

But yes, I drive 8 only for you ( I have an October 2023 build )

[Raffe]

Hello,

Does anyone know which head unit (MGU21 vs MGU22) and ID is currently being equipped in G20?
I have m340i on assembly line this week (03/2024) and my Salesman told me that I'll get 8.5 ID. I thought they wanted to change that in LCI2 in July.

[ramparts]

Originally Posted by Raffe

Hello,

Does anyone know which head unit (MGU21 vs MGU22) and ID is currently being equipped in G20?
I have m340i on assembly line this week (03/2024) and my Salesman told me that I'll get 8.5 ID. I thought they wanted to change that in LCI2 in July.

Still HU-H4 (MGU21), only july onwards get 8.5.

dealers are often misinformed

[Raffe]

Originally Posted by ramparts

Still HU-H4 (MGU21), only july onwards get 8.5.

dealers are often misinformed

Thank You. I thought the same, especially that Salesman also told me that current 5 is being equipped with ID9, which I think is only in x1/x2.
Where did you get that link/page?

[ramparts]

Originally Posted by Raffe

Thank You. I thought the same, especially that Salesman also told me that current x5 is being equipped with ID9, which I think is only in x1/x2.

That is correct !

[sdugoten]

Originally Posted by ramparts

Still HU-H4 (MGU21), only july onwards get 8.5.

dealers are often misinformed

I wonder where is the website that allow you to search parts like the screenshot you showed above?

[MM70]

Originally Posted by drac

hahahaha
meant to say ordered 8/23 and produced/built 9/23
no so iDrive 8.5
really hoping for 8.1 at least

I ordered a M440 8/3, produced week 39, delivered 11/4

It has iDrive 8.5

From the review page on this site;

New design details for the interior and exterior.

BMW Curved Display features iDrive 8.5 with QuickSelect.

New chassis tuning further improves the balance between capable and comfortable.

Worldwide launch to commence in July 2024, with production for the US beginning in August.

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – May 28, 2024… For almost 50 years now, the BMW 3 Series has resided at the core of the BMW brand. It epitomizes sporty driving pleasure in the premium midsize class and has made significant contributions to design, driving dynamics, and technological innovations in this segment time and again across seven model generations. The extensive revisions already introduced for model year 2022 in the areas of design, powertrain, digitalization, and equipment are heightened with a fresh package of updates that take the 3 Series’ visual appeal and cutting-edge modernity to new levels. New chassis tuning further enhances the balance between sporting capability and comfort. And on the topic of digitalization, BMW Operating System 8.5 provides the basis for more intuitive and comfortable operation – via the upgraded BMW iDrive with QuickSelect – and for extended navigation functions including Augmented View.

These technological advances are accompanied by new design details and features for the exterior and interior. New exterior paint finishes and alloy wheels accentuate the aura of sporting elegance while in the interior, the newly designed steering wheels and dashboard and sophisticated equipment features deliver driving pleasure in an ambience of premium modernity.

The new BMW 3 Series Sedan will be launched worldwide with a production phase-in in July 2024. Models for the US market will be produced at BMW Group Plant San Luis Potosí in Mexico.

https://g20.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2107861