BMW's six-speed automatic transmission, which mounts paddles on the steering wheel and a manual shifting gate on the gear selector for those looking for a little extra thrill. From there, the power is routed either through the rear wheels or BMW's xDrive AWD system, which features a 40% front, 60% rear distribution under normal conditions. Should any of the standard 17-in. or optional 18-in. wheels start slipping, the Performance Control system lifted from the X6 will use individual brake calipers and the differentials to route power to the other wheels.
