BMW E90 E91 Front Seat Backrest M Sport Heated Leather Dakota Left N/S

BMW E90 E91 Front Seat Backrest M Sport Heated Leather Dakota Left N/S is a factory-original interior component from the M Sport line, designed for installation on the driver's side of the 3 Series E90/E91. The backrest is upholstered in Dakota leather in a subtle grey color, ensuring a consistent look with the factory equipment and a comfortable driving position. The integrated backrest heating improves user comfort in colder conditions and enhances the seat's functionality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6956397
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6956397
• Substitutable numbers: 6956397, 52106956397
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Grey
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series

The backrest has been designed specifically for the M Sport seat mounted on the front left side in the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation. The construction is compatible with factory mounting points, allowing for the preservation of the original seat geometry and proper integration with other seat components. This makes the backrest an ideal choice both for replacing a damaged part and for refreshing the vehicle's interior as part of an upgrade.

Material, color, and finish characteristics

The upholstery is made of genuine Dakota leather, used as standard in BMW premium trim levels. The grey shade allows for easy matching with original E90/E91 interior color configurations while maintaining a neutral, elegant character. Dakota leather is known for its balanced durability and a texture that is easy to keep clean, which is important for daily vehicle use.

Heating function and user comfort

The built-in seat backrest heating increases driving comfort in low temperatures by accelerating the warming of the driver's back area. This solution improves ergonomics on long journeys, reduces the discomfort associated with cold upholstery, and supports maintaining a stable position behind the wheel. The backrest is adapted to work with the factory seat heating control system in the BMW E90/E91, which facilitates integration with the existing vehicle installation.

Benefits of installing an original M Sport backrest

Choosing an original M Sport seat backrest for the BMW 3 Series allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the interior and the proper side support characteristic of sports seat versions. Installing such a component:

• maintains factory seat ergonomics and back profiling,
• ensures compatibility with the seat structure and the upholstery of other elements,
• allows for the retention of the heating function in accordance with the vehicle's equipment,
• supports maintaining the car's value through the use of M Sport line parts.

Interior expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as seat cushions, headrests, or complete seat structures, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and Benches category.

For major interior changes, it is worth considering selecting other upholstery and seat elements from the same set to maintain color consistency and the character of the equipment. How a comprehensive seat replacement affects driving comfort and the perceived value of the car is described in the article: Interior metamorphosis: How branded seats from dismantling will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car.