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How to identify a BMW model by its key

Model: BMW BMW Various
Part: Key

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Let’s see how to identify a BMW model by its key. The first has a chrome edge, which always refers to the "luxury" trim. The satin edge refers to the "x-line" trim.

The matte red edge is dedicated to the "sport" trim. Although not shown in the video, the satin blue edge refers to the "m-sport" version.

The black edge refers to the base trims, such as "advantage" or "business". There is also a model known as "sail" which refers to the series " or the X1. From these, we move to the "display key", for which there is a specific tutorial.


Updated on 20 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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