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What is the difference between the automatic transmission and the Steptronic Sport transmission in my BMW?

The automatic transmission in your BMW is designed for normal driving and is very comfortable to handle. The Steptronic Sport transmission, on the other hand, is designed to be particularly sporty. The shift times are shorter and the transmission shifts up later. Depending on the model, it includes elements such as a gear shift indicator in manual mode, idle speed coasting in "ECO PRO" mode, shift paddles on the steering wheel, Launch Control, and Driving Experience Control including "Sport+" mode.
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