Rear Seat Backrest BMW E90 LCI Saloon Bench Back Cover Leather Dakota Beige

Rear Seat Backrest BMW E90 LCI Saloon Bench Back Cover Leather Dakota Beige is an original component from the Seats and benches group, designed for installation in the rear of the facelifted saloon model. The beige Dakota leather upholstery allows you to restore a cohesive interior look while maintaining the factory character and comfort typical of BMW.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7246516
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7246516
• Substitutable numbers: 52207246516, 7246516, 52207212271, 7212271, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Beige
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and compatibility with BMW E90 LCI

The presented rear seat backrest is dedicated to the rear cabin area of the BMW 3 Series E90 facelift (LCI) in the saloon body style. The structure is designed for factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original seat geometry and proper fitment with the side bolsters and seat base.

Thanks to the use of original Dakota leather upholstery in beige, the component integrates harmoniously with other interior parts, such as front seats, the center console, or door panels, ensuring a cohesive, elegant cabin appearance.

Material and upholstery characteristics

The backrest is made of genuine Dakota leather, used by the factory in BMW models as a premium-class finish. This type of leather is characterized by:

• a uniform, pleasant-to-the-touch texture,
• good resistance to daily use,
• ease of ongoing maintenance and cleaning.

The beige shade of the upholstery brightens the interior, optically improves cabin spaciousness, and works well with both light and dark dashboard finishes. This solution is particularly valued by drivers who care about a more comfortable, visually friendly environment while driving.

Function of the rear seat backrest

The rear seat backrest plays a key role in the ergonomics and comfort of second-row passengers. The properly contoured structure supports the back, stabilizes the posture, and improves the seating position during longer trips. In combination with a properly selected seat base, it ensures:

• even back support for passengers,
• better load distribution while driving,
• a cohesive, factory look of the rear cabin area.

Replacing a worn or damaged backrest with an original leather component allows you to reduce squeaks, looseness, or unsightly abrasions that lower the vehicle's comfort and the visual assessment of the interior.

Condition, origin, and installation advantages

The backrest comes from disassembly, which means it is a used part but retains the factory BMW specification. For many users, this is a beneficial solution – they receive an original component with the correct shape, structure, and color, without the need for fitting replacements or upholstery modifications.

The main advantages of using an original rear seat backrest include:

• factory fitment to the body structure,
• color consistency with other interior elements in the Dakota Beige shade,
• preservation of the original character of the BMW E90 LCI cabin.

Comfort and aesthetics of the BMW interior

The use of a beige leather backrest significantly influences the perception of the interior – the cabin becomes brighter, more presentable, and pleasant for daily use. This is particularly important when reselling the car, where the condition and appearance of Seats and benches often determine the final assessment of the vehicle by the buyer.

If you want to plan an interior upgrade more broadly and are considering replacing more seat elements, it is worth checking out tips on choosing branded seats from disassembly – you will find them in the article Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from disassembly improve comfort and car value.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as backrests, seat bases, or complete benches, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.