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      04-02-2012, 05:08 PM   #15
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Originally Posted by hks786 View Post
Forget the fact its's ugly, why is BMW still revealing new models with old tech? There are no squared angel-eyes and no LED indicators. I don't understand why they don't roll out their new tech to all future models instead of keeping some things for next-gen models. This is just one minor example but car manufacturers do this kind of thing all the time.
The X1 is an "E" code vehicle and does not support many of the newer systems. It is based on the E91 3 series wagon and truly was a way to offer a smaller SAV before other brands did and to keep the price point as low as possible for being built in Germany.

The square angel eyes and LED indicators were never part of this car's DNA, they were conceived after this was designed and you can't update something too much and cause a huge separation of parts in the supply chain as well as totally kill residuals- leasing plays a huge role in these decisions as does target market and price point, more stuff is more money.

The 7 series is coming with a refresh soon as well and it will be similar in nature although it will get some upgraded components as it is a more premium product.
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