How-to: Adjusting Recuperation Settings in Your Fully Electric BMW

Learn how to customise the energy recuperation settings in your fully electric BMW, starting with the BMW iX3. This guide explains how to optimise regenerative braking to suit your driving style—enhancing efficiency, comfort, and range during everyday use. 🔍 What You’ll Discover ✔️ How regenerative braking works in electric BMWs ✔️ Setting recuperation levels in Driving Mode ✔️ Using Adaptive Recuperation for real-time adjustment ✔️ The difference between ‘D’, ‘B’, and ‘R’ transmission modes ⚙️ Feature Availability The availability of services and features depends on: • Vehicle model and technical specifications • Market regulations and regional restrictions 📽️ Key Moments 00:00 – Introduction to energy recuperation 00:15 – Accessing recuperation settings via the iDrive menu 00:35 – Selecting High, Medium, Low, or Adaptive modes 01:00 – Using ‘B’ mode for one-pedal driving 01:25 – Behaviour in ‘D’, ‘B’, and ‘R’ from standstill 🔗 Learn More 📖 The BMW Driver’s Guide app provides detailed insights into your