BMW upgrades Munich plant for EV production from 2027 On April 2, BMW announced that its Munich plant has been upgraded with modern technology. The plant is now more efficient, flexible, and digital, and is ready to support EVs and the Neue Klasse. Even during redevelopment, the plant continued producing up to 1,000 vehicles per day. New facilities such as body shop, modern assembly areas, and logistics spaces have been built, along with upgrades...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

BMW introduces entry-level iX3 40 Neue Klasse SAV On March 31, BMW introduced the entry-level model BMW iX3 40, an all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle from its Neue Klasse lineup. BMW iX3 40 uses the new sixth-generation (Gen6) eDrive technology with 800-volt architecture. It has a rear-mounted electric motor which generates output of 320 hp and 500 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 200 km/h. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

BMW expands Debrecen plant, Hungary with new logistics and finance service center On March 27, HIPA announced that BMW is expanding its operations in Hungary with a new business service center. The EUR 4.3 million investment will establish a service hub in the Debrecen plant, where BMW has been producing the BMW iX3 Neue Klasse series since October 2025. The project is expected to create 50 high-value jobs. The Debrecen BMW Service Hub will suppo...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

ion plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico to meet the growing demand for advanced structural components in the automotive industry. The facility becomes part of the company’s global manufacturing network. The plant will begin operations by producing components for the BMW iX3, including parts for the Neue Klasse architecture, with production scheduled for February 2027. Initial manufacturing will focus on building inventory required for the model...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

BIMS 2026: BMW Thailand highlights iX3 50 xDrive M Sport, first Neue Klasse model Announced on March 23, 2026, BMW highlighted the iX3 50 xDrive M Sport at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS). This model is the first in BMW’s Neue Klasse lineup, reflecting the company’s focus on electric powertrains and advanced in-car technology. The all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) is priced from THB 3,599,000, including BSI (BMW Serv...

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line. During November 2023, BMW Munich plant stopped production of Internal Combustion Engines (ICE). BMW made an investment of EUR 400 million into the Munich plant to transform the engine assembly line into a vehicle construction one for EV. This plant is expected to produce models related to the Neue Klasse that will start coming off the production line in 2026. All the 1,200 employees of the plant will now be retrained and sent to other areas...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/26

ta Land Cruiser FJ, Toyota Meridian Concept, Toyota Legendary Concept, Isuzu D-Max EV, Mazda6e, Mazda CX-6e, Honda e:N2, Honda Super BEV Concept, Suzuki e VITARA, Ford Ranger Super Duty, Nio Firefly EV, Geely Starray EM-i, NEVO Q05 EV, Deepal S03, Maxus 9, GWM ORA 5, Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+, BMW iX3 Neue Klasse, Volvo ES90, BYD Atto 1, BYD, Atto 2, BYD Seal 6, and more.  The show organizer stated that automakers’ pricing and financing adjustmen...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

iX3 CLAR PF Neue Klasse PF A D-segment electric SUV. The first model based on the Neue Klasse platform. Produced at the Debrecen plant in Hungary. Maximum driving range is 805 km (WLTP mode)....

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2026/03/19

i3 I01 PF Neue Klasse PF A D-segment electric sedan based on the Neue Klasse platform. It is the second model based on this platform, following the all-new iX3 D-segment electric SUV. It was revealed on March 18, 2026. It is produced at the Munich plant in Germany. Maximum driving range is 900km. Deliveries will start in autumn 2026....

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2026/03/19

BMW Mexico, San Luis Potosi Plant BMW 3 Series Sedan (2019-), PHV 330e (2020-), MHV M340i (2022-), BMW 2 Series Coupe (2021-), BMW 2 Series Coupe MHV(2021-), BMW M2 (2022-), EV 3 Series (2026–planning), EV iX3 (Neue Klasse PF) (2027-planning); Battery packs (for 3 Series, PHV), battery modules to packs for Neue Klasse electrified vehicles (2027-planning) ; Passenger car assembly plant, started operation in June 2019 -Opened: June 6, 2019 -Inves...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/19

BMW unveils all-electric i3 Neue Klasse, deliveries begin this autumn On March 18, BMW revealed the second Neue Klasse model i.e., the all-new i3 50 xDrive, a D-segment electric sedan  following the all-new iX3, a D-segment electric SUV. It has dual motors (front and rear), which generate output of 469 hp and 645 Nm of torque. BMW i3 based on the 3 Series will be built at BMW’s Munich plant. Production starts in August 2026, with deliveries b...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

by Mr. Oliver Zipse, present CEO,  Mr. Walter Mertl, CFO and other executives.  Q1. What are your expectations for the upcoming i3 and what is its significance for BMW? What concerns do you have about EU e-mobility regulation? A. [Oliver Zipse CEO] The upcoming i3 will be a core model of BMW’s Neue Klasse platform and represents the “beating heart” of the brand. The Munich plant has been fully rebuilt to support this generation and produ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/16

lant’s output was exported to that country in 2025. Production had to be adjusted in response to changing market conditions, similar to other plants that primarily supply the U.S. market. In addition, the facility is currently undergoing special works to prepare for the start of production of the Neue Klasse model, which is scheduled to begin in 2027.Mexico - Production/Export of vehicles Feb. 2026 Feb. 2025 Y-o-Y Jan.-Feb. 2026 Jan.-Feb. 2...

Automotive Production Data  Updated at: 2026/03/10

nounces second expansion to EV battery operations in South Carolina BMW transforms production with advanced 3D printing technologies across plants BMW opens first North American press shop at Spartanburg plant BMW Spartanburg plant expands humanoid robot testing, training BMW expands production for Neue Klasse batteries with new global facilities BMW Spartanburg plant tests successful with Figure 02 humanoid robot BMW and Redwood Materials partne...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/10

ant’s output was exported to that country in 2025. Production had to be adjusted in response to changing market conditions, similar to other plants that primarily supply the U.S. market. In addition, the facility is currently undergoing special works to prepare for the start of production of the Neue Klasse model, which is scheduled to begin in 2027. (INEGI press release on March 9, 2026)  (multiple sources)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

BMW Steyr plant, Austria to add second electric motor production line in 2026 On March 6, BMW Austria announced that a second production line for electric motors will start series production at the Steyr plant to increase output in 2026. This will support the production ramp-up of BMW’s Neue Klasse vehicles. The future pipeline is strong i.e., new models such as BMW i3 and BMW X5, which is offered with five powertrain options (gasoline, diesel,...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

BMW begins winter testing of Neue Klasse electric i3 in Arjeplog, Sweden On March 5, BMW initiated the prototype winter testing of the latest generation of 3 Series i.e. the first Neue Klasse sedan, the fully electric BMW i3 at BMW’s test centre in Arjeplog, Sweden. Engineers are completing final driving tests on snowy roads and frozen lakes. On slippery roads, the system provides stable and agile driving. The two electric motors respond instan...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

billion in its Shenyang production site. In China, the automaker has established four R&D and innovation centers and three software companies to improve the local network. BMW Group’s localization efforts in China are to reach a new milestone, as the BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase, the first Chinese-made Neue Klasse vehicle model, is scheduled for global debut at the Auto China 2026 motor show. It is the BMW global and Chinese R&D teams that jointly de...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/27

BMW AG, Regensburg Plant 1 Series 3-door, 1 Series 5-door, 2 Series Gran Tourer (2015-), 3 Series M3 Coupe (-2013), 4 Series Convertible (2013-2020) , Z4 (2009-2016), X1, X2 (2018-), X1 PHV (2020-), X2 PHV (2020-), EV iX1 (2022-), EV iX2 (2024-), iX2 PHV (2024-), X2 MHV (2024-), Neue Klasse (after 2025-planning); Battery module (2022-); Passenger car assembly plant, iFactory - Number of Employees: approx. 9,000 (including Wackersdorf Plant, as o...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/20

t loss; Thai third plant to be suspended (November 6, 2025)https://www.marklines.com/en/news/335460 Thai BOI unveils FastPass program to accelerate high-tech projects, including EVs and chips (October 20, 2025)https://www.marklines.com/en/news/334445 BMW Thailand plans CKD EVs in 2025, prepares iX3 Neue Klasse for 2026 (October 14, 2025)https://www.marklines.com/en/news/334152 Chery Thailand Grand Premiere held in Bangkok: launch of V23 EV and Ti...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/20