BMW EXPANDS PUBLIC CHARGING ACCESS AND INTRODUCES NEW $500 CHARGING PACKAGE FOR MODEL YEAR 2027 ELECTRIC VEHICLES
- New BMW ChargingNetwork credit package provides $500 in public charging credits for eligible model year 2027 BMW battery-electric vehicles.
- Package includes a $300 BMW ChargingNetwork credit and an additional $200 IONNA charging credit.
- Customers also receive a complimentary one-year BMW Membership at IONNA, providing a 25% discount on charging.
- BMW ChargingNetwork provides access to over 180,000 public charging points across the U.S.
BMW of North America today announced a new public charging package for customers of eligible Model Year 2027 BMW battery-electric vehicles, providing $500 in charging credits and a complimentary one-year BMW Membership at IONNA. The new offer, available beginning November 5, 2026, is designed to make public charging simpler, more convenient and more affordable for BMW customers.
The package includes a $300 BMW ChargingNetwork credit that can be used at participating charging providers1, as well as a separate $200 credit for charging at IONNA locations. Customers will also receive a complimentary one-year BMW Membership at IONNA, providing a 25% discount on charging during the offer period. Charging credits are automatically applied to qualifying charging sessions after enrollment. Once the applicable credits have been used, subsequent charging sessions are charged to the customer's payment method on file.
Public charging is an important part of the ownership experience for our electric vehicle customers, and our goal is to make it as simple, convenient and seamless as possible. The BMW ChargingNetwork gives our customers the ability to charge at more locations across the U.S., while the integration within the My BMW app makes it easier to find, access and pay for public charging.
New Charging Benefits for Model Year 2027 BMW EVs.
The BMW ChargingNetwork credit package is available to customers who purchase or lease eligible Model Year 2027 BMW i5, BMW i7 and BMW iX3 vehicles. Customers who purchased or leased a qualifying Model Year 2027 vehicle before the November 5 program launch may also receive the benefits. Charging credits and complimentary membership benefits are valid for up to one year from date of retail. For more detailed information please visit BMWUSA.com.
Eligible Customers can enroll through the My BMW app by navigating to Charging > Services > Charging Wallet > BMW ChargingNetwork, completing the required account setup and accepting the available charging package. Once enrollment is complete, applicable credits and membership benefits are displayed in the customer's Digital Charging Wallet and automatically applied to eligible charging sessions.
Consumers can explore BMW’s current lineup of all-electric vehicles and find additional resources on charging, range, technology, performance and electric-vehicle ownership at BMWUSA.com. BMW's electric vehicle portfolio will continue to grow in Q1 2027 with the U.S. market launch of the BMW iX5 and BMW i3.
One Network. More Charging Options.
The BMW ChargingNetwork is BMW's integrated public charging network which gives customers convenient access to a growing number of public charging providers. Through this initiative, BMW drivers can locate and manage charging at one of over 180,000 compatible charging stations all within the My BMW app. Currently, BMW’s Charging Network includes access to major public charging providers across the U.S., including IONNA, Shell Recharge, Electrify America, ChargePoint, EVgo and others. The company also has invested in Plug & Charge, which simplifies the charging experience; and ChargeScape, a collaborative effort to help manage the flow of energy between EVs and the power grid.
IONNA.
BMW is a founding member of IONNA, a joint venture established by eight of the world's leading automakers to develop a nationwide network of high-powered public charging stations. Designed to deliver a premium charging experience for drivers of all electric vehicle brands, IONNA combines ultra-fast charging capabilities of up to 400 kW with convenient, well-equipped charging locations known as Rechargeries. Since beginning operations in 2024, IONNA has rapidly expanded its U.S. footprint, with more than 200 charging locations now operational nationwide, more than doubling the size of its network since the beginning of 2026. IONNA was also recently ranked first among DC fast-charging networks in the 2026 J.D. Power U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience Public Charging Study.
1 BMW ChargingNetwork Credit is redeemable at more than 15 participating public charging providers including IONNA, Shell Recharge, ChargePoint,and EVgo.
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