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Alas, BMW buyers often cannot opt out of keyless entry, because for some models BMW includes it in popular bundled packages, such that it's impossible for the c
by cs702 14y ago
Alas, BMW buyers often cannot opt out of keyless entry, because for some models BMW includes it in popular bundled packages, such that it's impossible for the consumer to avoid buying it without losing other worthwhile features.
This consumer-unfriendly bundling results in BMW buyers often facing what can only be described as ridiculous choices ("which one do I want: a rear-view camera that reduces the risk of accident, OR non-keyless entry that reduces the risk of theft?").
- illamint 14y agoIt's not keyless entry, it's the electronic keys used for push-to-start (which is also an unavoidable option, but it's one I like).
- cs702 14y agoillamint: the feature is sold as "comfort access keyless entry," and it allows the driver to start the engine without inserting the electronic key. (Without this feature, the default setup for BMWs is that the driver must insert the electronic key before starting the engine -- a form of two-step authentication that isn't susceptible to the attack described in the article.) FWIW, I know about this firsthand because I bought a new BMW last year and I was adamant about not having the "keyless entry" feature -- for security reasons. The BMW salesperson acted like I was a bit crazy.
- kenperkins 14y agoHaving the comfort access feature, and having a car stolen many years ago, there's no way I would trade one of my most enjoyed features for a lower risk of car theft. The reality is that if someone wants your car they're going to get it. Why get rid of an awesome convenience feature for the risk of something that is a) unlikely and b) won't cost you anything (absent a small deductible) if it does happen?