How do i recognize my BMW head unit type, iDrive system?

BMW is constantly working on iDrive interface changes, as well as introducing newer, more advanced hardware and faster processors to support new features. The iDrive system (or the head unit, which is its main element) in each BMW defines not only the availability or absence of these very features, but also its price.

However, there are some key distinctions between the iDrive versions that will really make a difference for a driver who likes to stream music from various devices, play films on the BMW display or use their favorite smartphone apps through the car’s system.

The easiest and most accurate way to recognize your BMW iDrive system or head unit type is by the type of maps that are installed on it.

Finding out what type of maps is installed on your BMW is very simple. Usually you go to Maps-Options-About system version. On newer systems you go to Navigation-Press Options Button-Go to Settings-Go to Position & Version History-Check Version.

1. CIC - Premium maps
2. ENTRYNAV - Route maps
3. NBT - Next maps
4. NBT ID4 - Evo maps (and menu looks exactly like NBT)
5. ENTRYNAV2 - Way maps
6. EVO ID5/6 - Evo maps (and menu looks like animated cards)
7. MGU (ID7) - Live maps

If you want to update your BMW navigation Maps take a look HERE.