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The new BMW i3. Second model of the Neue Klasse. The BMW 3 Series is the essence of the BMW brand. For five decades, this icon has stood for sporty driving pleasure, unmistakably attractive design and consistent progress. A legacy to which every generation of the BMW 3 Series is committed. The new, fully electric BMW i3 enhances the familiar character of the BMW 3 Series with additional, unique features. As the second model in the Neue Klasse, it represents a technological quantum leap into a new era. The first all-electric BMW 3 Series launches as the BMW i3 50 xDrive, which has an electric motor on both the front and rear axles. The combined system power output is 345 kW/469 hp1, the maximum torque is 645 Nm.1 The highly...

New York/Munich. An international jury of 98 motoring journalists has awarded the BMW iX3 (BMW iX3 50 xDrive: energy consumption, combined: 17.9–15.1 kWh/100 km (WLTP); CO₂ emissions, combined: 0 g/km (WLTP); electric range: 678–805 km (WLTP); CO₂ class(es): A)* not one but two titles. The first Neue Klasse model was named the 2026 “World Car of the Year”, beating out competitors across all powertrain categories. In addition, the BMW iX3 won the 2026 “World Electric Vehicle” accolade. During extensive test drives, the model impressed the jury with its outstanding performance and driving dynamics, as well as its standout technology features. For the BMW Group, this marks the tenth and eleventh title wins at the prestigious World Car...

Munich. The BMW Museum opened its doors to more than 847,000 guests last year – a new record. Highlights included the arrival of the exhibition “Belle Macchine. Italian Automotive Design at BMW” and the “50 Years of BMW Art Cars and the BMW 3 Series” special exhibition, which was replaced by a 50th anniversary celebration for the BMW 6 Series. Since the market launch of its founding father in spring 1976, the 6 Series has grown into a trailblazing design classic. And the original car can still claim the longest production run of any BMW model series – at 13 years. The new exhibition, which explores every aspect of the car fondly known as the “sharknose”, will be open to visitors in the BMW Museum’s Rotunda until the end of January 2027...

BMW presents the BMW iX3 40 – the second drive system variant of the fully electric Neue Klasse Sports Activity Vehicle. Equipped with a 320 hp electric motor and rear-wheel drive, the new model variant shares both its styling and standout technological innovations with the BMW iX3 50 xDrive. Priced from £53,250 OTR, the new BMW iX3 40 will be available in the UK from summer 2026. Closely following the market launch of the new BMW iX3 50 xDrive in the UK, the second drive system variant of the model celebrates its premiere. The new BMW iX3 40 (electric power consumption combined: 14.6 kWh/62 miles; CO₂ class: A; electric range: up to 395 miles; as per WLTP)1 will join the range as an entry-level model. The new BMW iX3 40 is powered by...

Munich/Cernobbio. From May 15 to 17, 2026, BMW Group Classic is organizing the legendary Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este in cooperation with the luxury hotel Villa d'Este. Around 50 of the most spectacular automobiles of their time will compete for the coveted trophies in the following competition classes, first and foremost the "Trofeo BMW Group – Best of Show", with which the top-class jury will select the overall winner of the Concorso d'Eleganza. Class A Automotive Tailoring: The Decade of Opulence, 1924-1934 Class B Future Couture: Dressed For Speed, 1935–1939 Class C Viva Villa d’Este: Extravagant 1950s Style Class D “The Top Goes Down, The Price Goes Up”: Selling Sunshine Class E...

Munich/Wackersdorf. The BMW Group is relocating its Recycling and Dismantling Centre (RDC) from Unterschleißheim to the company’s Wackersdorf site, with a significant expansion. At the new location, a technologically state-of-the-art competence centre for circularity is being built, advancing vehicle dismantling and recycling expertise for the future. Commissioning is scheduled for early 2029. “The circular economy is a key element of the BMW Group’s corporate strategy,” says Jörg Lederbauer, Vice-President Circular Economy, Spare Parts Supply High Voltage Battery and Electric Powertrain at the BMW Group. “Our new competence centre in Wackersdorf will be a core component of our circular value chain and will help make the mobility of...

Munich. In the BMW i3, as with the BMW iX3, the BMW Group applies a 360° approach to sustainability. At its core is decarbonisation throughout the entire vehicle lifecycle – from product development through the supply chain and production to the end of the use phase. In this way, the second Neue Klasse model also contributes to achieving the ambitious, overarching CO2e targets the company has set itself. CO2e benefits already after 1-2 years of use. Depending on the drive train variant, annual mileage and source of the electricity used for charging, the new BMW i3 50xDrive already achieves a CO2e advantage over a comparable model with an internal combustion engine after one to two years of use[1]. Decarbonisation in the supply chain...

Attached please find the BMW Group Report 2025. The BMW Group Annual Conference will be held on 12 March 2026 at 08:00 am (CET). The event will be broadcast on our website https://www.bmwgroup.com/en/investor-relations/company-reports.html. The online version of the BMW Group Report 2025 can be explored here: https://www.bmwgroup.com/en/report/2025/index.html BMW Group PressClub Global

Munich/Hong Kong. As long-term partner of Art Basel for more than two decades, BMW presents Robert Rauschenberg's BMW 635CSi Art Car of 1986, celebrating the centennial of the artist’s birth. On the occasion, and as part of the BMW Art Car World Tour, Rauschenberg's iconic car will be presented for the first time ever in Asia. Courtney J. Martin, Executive Director of the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation, commented, “We are thrilled that Rauschenberg's Art Car (1986) will make its debut in Asia at Art Basel Hong Kong 2026, concurrent with the exhibition Robert Rauschenberg and Asia at M+. As we celebrate what would have been Rauschenberg’s 100th birthday, the Art Car provides yet another reminder of his unconventional artistic practice...

Special model limited to 120 units for the United States and Canada, marking the end of BMW ALPINA XB7 production. Available exclusively in Frozen ALPINA Green and Frozen ALPINA Blue – paint finishes never before offered on the XB7. Unique exterior badges and B-pillar MANUFAKTUR wordmark; heritage ALPINA script embroidery on the front seat headrests. Two handmade ALPINA weekender bags in brown LAVALINA leather included as standard. Assembly at BMW Plant Spartanburg, South Carolina, commences September 2026; deliveries expected Q4 2026. Single fully equipped specification; MSRP $180,000 plus $1,550 destination and handling. Woodcliff Lake, NJ – March 6, 2026… When the first BMW ALPINA XB7 left final assembly at BMW Plant Spartanburg in...

#bmw #bmwm4 #bmwm4cs #bmwm #m4 #m4cs #germancarforum The new BMW M4 CS invites owners to experience the inimitable M feeling in all its depth and breadth. Its distinctive character profile places it exactly midway between the new BMW M4 Competition Coupé with M xDrive (fuel consumption, combined 10.1 – 10.0 l/100 km [28.0 – 28.3 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions, combined: 229 – 226 g/km in the WLTP cycle, CO2 class: G) – complete with its recently introduced performance, design and equipment upgrades – and the 1,000-unit limited-run BMW M4 CSL special edition (fuel consumption, combined 10.1 – 9.9 l/100 km [28.0 – 28.5 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions, combined: 227 – 224 g/km in the WLTP cycle, CO2 class: G). The pure-bred performance talents of the...

+++ 2025 export value of nine billion US dollars +++ Nearly 200,000 BMWs exported to approx. 120 countries +++ Total export value of more than 100 billion US dollars since 2014 +++ Board Member Nedeljković: “Free trade and open markets enable growth and prosperity” +++ Spartanburg, South Carolina – The BMW Group remained the largest automotive exporter by value in the United States in 2025, according to data released by the US Department of Commerce. Last year, the South Carolina plant exported nearly 200,000 BMW X models with a total export value of nine billion US dollars. Since 2014, the BMW Group has exported nearly three million vehicles with a total export value of 113 billion US dollars. “Free trade and open markets enable...

Munich/Arjeplog. The BMW 3 Series has been the embodiment of driving pleasure in the premium midsize class for five decades. All over the world, this icon of the BMW brand is renowned for its superior sportiness, precise handling and effortless agility, combined with long-distance driving comfort. As the latest generation BMW 3 Series is getting ready for launch, so is the first sedan model of the Neue Klasse: the fully electric BMW i3. Prototypes are currently undergoing a comprehensive test programme at the BMW Group winter test centre in Arjeplog, Sweden. The BMW i3 will have its design premiere on 18 March 2026. The new fully electric model generation features a sixth-generation eDrive (Gen6). “The BMW i3 applies the sporty sedan’s...

#bmw #bmwna #z3 #bmwz3 #spartanburg In the 1930s, the sporty and sophisticated 328 made BMW synonymous with roadsters. Sixty years later, the Z3 made BMW synonymous with roadsters once again, with sporty performance and styling that recalled its legendary predecessor. It became one of BMW’s best-loved cars, bringing new enthusiasts to the marque and inspiring pilgrimages to the factory in South Carolina where it was built. The Z3 wasn’t BMW’s first roadster of the modern era. That distinction belongs to the Z1, a concept car from BMW Technik that became a surprise hit after it was approved for limited production. Built from 1989 to 1991, the Z1 boasted futuristic styling, an aluminum chassis, and a list price that equated to about...

Munich. BMW has achieved a triple success in the “Best Cars” readers’ poll conducted by German “auto motor und sport” magazine. In the “Large SUVs/Off-road Vehicles” category, 14.1 per cent of the votes cast went to the BMW iX3 (BMW iX3 50 xDrive: energy consumption, combined: 17.9–15.1 kWh/100 km (WLTP); CO2 emissions, combined: 0 g/km (WLTP); electric range: 678–805 km (WLTP); CO2 class(es): A)**, the first Neue Klasse model, enabling it to beat 69 competitors. Readers also awarded the BMW 2 Series Coupé the “Best Car” title in the “Compact Class” for the fifth consecutive year. And the BMW 3 Series took first place in the “Medium Class” category, with 12.4 per cent of the votes in a field of 26 competitors. Around 95,000 readers took...

Gurugram/Munich. BMW Group India returns as the presenting partner of the 17th edition of India Art Fair from 5 – 8 February 2026 at the NSIC Exhibition Grounds in New Delhi, marking a decade of the brand’s enduring commitment to cultural engagements in India. India Art Fair is the leading platform showcasing modern and contemporary art from India and South Asia and convenes audiences to explore a record 135 exhibitors, including 94 commercial galleries, presented alongside major regional and international art institutions. The fair welcomes 26 new exhibitors, marking its broadest showcase yet, continuing its mission to foreground the most compelling practices and voices from South Asia alongside major contemporary international artists...

Munich/Heilbronn, 5 February 2026. The BMW Group and PreZero, the international circular economy company that forms parts of the Schwarz Group, are taking an important step towards a future based on circular principles. At the IPAI (Innovation Park Artificial Intelligence) campus in Heilbronn, Germany, the two companies signed a strategic cooperation agreement to substantially advance the circular economy across the European automotive industry. The aim of the collaboration is to develop a business model for the recycling of end-of-life vehicles, creating a closed loop for both materials and recycling. From end-of-life vehicle to a source of materials The cooperation between the BMW Group and PreZero seeks to harness the strategic...

Munich. BMW Group Plant Munich is entering the next phase, as the plant launches production of the first near-series test vehicles for the new BMW i3*. This marks the beginning of the final preparation phase for the start of series production in the second half of 2026. “Production of pre-series vehicles is an important milestone for our plant,” says Peter Weber, Head of BMW Group Plant Munich. “For the first time, we have built a BMW i3 entirely at our plant – using state-of-the-art manufacturing technology and digitally connected processes. With production now close to series maturity, our logistics and production processes are performing under real-world conditions across all technologies: in our modernised press shop, the new body...

Munich. The launch of AREA M on 3 February 2026 marks the beginning of a new era of performance experiences. Memmingen joins Maisach as a new location; at the same time, AREA M restructures the portfolio and creates a more international focus. This includes a redesigned website with an Experience Finder that makes it easy for both existing fans and new visitors to find what they are looking for with just a few clicks. Gamified activities expand the portfolio. The “Games of Drift”, for example, exclusively available in Memmingen, use a specially modified M2 Drift vehicle to enable exhilarating customer experiences. Participants compete against each other and can track their standing via a live scoreboard on the website. The nine...

#bmw #ix #bmwix #newbmw #sav #bmwsav #ev #bev #electriccar #electricbmw #bmwelectric #electricsuv #suv #xdrive45 #m70xdrive #xdrive60 As a vanguard in the field of electric mobility, the BMW iX has established a unique combination of progressive luxury and locally emission-free driving pleasure. The new edition of the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV), designed exclusively for all-electric driving, underlines its claim to leadership with an increase in driving performance combined with a significantly extended range. The new BMW iX now achieves a WLTP range of 701 kilometres (435 miles), which is outstanding in the competitive environment. It is yet another fascinating example of the effectiveness of the BMW EfficientDynamics package of...

Munich/Doha. BMW has been a global partner of Art Basel for over two decades, supporting visionary artistic voices across its shows. To mark the inaugural edition of Art Basel Qatar, taking place from 3 to 7 February 2026, and as part of the BMW Art Car World Tour, BMW will present David Hockney’s BMW Art Car (1995) in Doha, alongside an opening reception at the BMW Lounge, celebrating the enduring dialogue between contemporary art, innovation and mobility. As the Associate Partner of Art Basel globally, BMW continues its longstanding support for the fair’s VIP car service. “I thought it would be a good idea to show the car as if one could see inside.” — David Hockney, BMW Art Car #14, 1995. On the occasion of Art Basel’s first...

+++ From regional development powerhouse to the BMW Group's highest-volume vehicle plant in Europe – Record production in 2025: Plant hits 40-year high with 356,901 vehicles +++ +++ 8.7 million vehicles since start of production in 1986 +++ +++ Plant Director Armin Ebner: “Continuous efforts to increase competitiveness are the key to our success” +++ Regensburg. Plant Regensburg achieved a new production record of 356,901 vehicles in 2025, making it the BMW Group’s highest-volume car plant in Europe. Since the plant opened in 1986, 8.7 million vehicles have rolled off its production line. “With this record production, we not only reached a new all-time high in the plant’s 40-year history but also – as in the previous year – helped the...