BMW, MINI Announce BBC Sounds Integration

Matt Salisbury
Matt SalisburySenior Content & PR Manager
Interior dashboard of a BMW car showing a digital touchscreen display with radio stations including Radio 1 Breakfast with Greg James, Radio 1 Anthems, Radio 1 Dance, and Radio 1 Xmas. The display also shows the current station Radio 1 with a photo of a presenter, and temperature settings at 22.0°C. The interior features a modern digital instrument cluster behind the steering wheel with BMW logo, highlighting the advanced technology in new cars and used cars.
Interior dashboard of a BMW car showing a digital touchscreen display with radio stations including Radio 1 Breakfast with Greg James, Radio 1 Anthems, Radio 1 Dance, and Radio 1 Xmas. The display also shows the current station Radio 1 with a photo of a presenter, and temperature settings at 22.0°C. The interior features a modern digital instrument cluster behind the steering wheel with BMW logo, highlighting the advanced technology in new cars and used cars.

A number of BMW and MINI owners will be able to tune in to their favourite shows and podcasts whenever they wish on the move after the two brands become the first to introduce BBC Sounds as a built-in app.

Owners of selected models running either BMW Operating System 9 or MINI Operating System 9 - and the relevant subscription - will be able to stream content from the BBC Sounds app without the need for a smartphone.

Currently, drivers have to use either Android Auto or Apple CarPlay in order to access the app.

Data usage for streaming BBC Sounds is included in both the BMW Digital Premium and MINI Connected Package, with more than 50,000 vehicles on the road in the UK supporting the app.

"We're proud to make it easier than ever for BMW and MINI customers to enjoy their favourite BBC content on the move," Andrew Furse, BMW Product Operations Manager, said.

"This latest integration complements the wide range of apps already available in our vehicles and underscores our commitment to delivering a seamless in-car entertainment experience."

Vehicles currently compatible:

  • BMW 1 Series (2024 onwards)
  • BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe (2025 onwards)
  • BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (2024 onwards)
  • BMW X1/iX1 (2023 onwards)
  • BMW X2/iX2 (2024 onwards)
  • BMW X3 (2024 onwards)
  • All MINI models (2024 onwards).
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