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CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.

Provisional figures that have not yet been officially confirmed. EnVKV data not available yet.

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1,000,000 Kilometres in a MINI Cooper D: Anniversary Drive to Plant Oxford and the Start of a New Mission.

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:53:14 +0200

Munich/Oxford. One MINI, one mission – and now a milestone: on 20 June 2026, a MINI Cooper D reached the 1,000,000 kilometres mark at Plant Oxford.

For the owner, Peter Kirchoff, this number is far more than just a statistic. It represents passion, commitment, and an extraordinary bond between him and his MINI.

Peter Kirchoff configured the car exactly to his personal preferences – precisely 30 years after his very first driving lesson. “Even though the vehicle was mainly intended for long-distance journeys, as a MINI fan there was never any other option for me.” Peter’s decision proved right: over the course of twelve years, the MINI became an exceptionally reliable companion both in everyday life and on long journeys across Europe.

From dream specification to long-distance legend.
The vehicle impressed with a remarkable combination of efficiency and durability. Speaking on the durability of his MINI, Peter stated, “My MINI has never let me down: the original engine, no major repairs, no accidents – and sensationally low fuel consumption of 2.56 litres. Qualities other long-distance drivers can only dream of.”

“Nemo” – a name with character.
The MINI was given a name early on - Nemo. The reason is as personal as it is easy to understand for anyone who sees the car. Peter had chosen Volcanic Orange paint with white bonnet stripes., Peter Kirchoff covered hundreds of thousands of kilometres with Nemo & has travelled through 25 countries, whilst turning the vehicle into the centerpiece of an extraordinary project.

The Project one M.
The concept of reaching one million was no coincidence, but part of a clear plan. The “The Project one M” began when the vehicle was delivered by Autohaus Schmidt in Hamm. It was designed to run over twelve years – and was pursued with consistency. Anyone following Peter’s Facebook profile can see the precision behind the project: driving data has been continuously documented, analysed, and shared transparently. The result is a milestone that was not only driven, but systematically achieved.

Oxford – the emotional destination.
The choice of destination to hit 1,000,000 km was deliberate: Oxford is the birthplace of the modern MINI and remains the heart of its production to this day. The first modern MINI rolled off the production line there on 26 April 2001.

Markus Grüneisl, Head of Plants Oxford and Swindon, said: “Oxford has been part of the MINI story since the first classic Minis rolled off the line here in 1959. As we celebrate 25 years of modern MINI production, this milestone is a fitting tribute to the expertise and dedication of our team, and we’re delighted to welcome Peter and his MINI to the plant. We are proud that a MINI built here can reach 1,000,000 kilometres with ease and still look this good.”

From one goal to the next stage.
Reaching a million kilometers does not mark the end of the journey – Peter is already looking ahead. “Completing the Project one M is at the same time the start of the One Million Miles Project.” An ambitious goal – and one that perfectly matches the story of this British MINI.

And if Nemo should one day weaken?
That question has also crossed Peter’s mind – even if only in theory: “In the unlikely event that I do not make it to 1,000,000 miles, I will probably buy an Aceman JCW E.” A clear commitment to the evolution of the MINI brand.

A MINI for eternity.
Nemo’s story is an impressive demonstration of what MINI stands for: character, efficiency, and driving fun – even across extreme distances. We wish Peter Kirchoff all the best for the next steps and believe his MINI is more than capable of many more hundreds of thousands of kilometers.

Corporate Communications
Franziska Liebert, Spokesperson MINI
Phone: +49-176-601-61611
E-mail: Franziska.Liebert@mini.com

Micaela Sandstede, Head of Communications MINI
Phone: +49-176-601-61611
E-mail: micaela.sandstede@bmw.de

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MINI inaugura projeto pioneiro de Sustentabilidade em Setúbal em parceria com a Gravity Wave.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:15:07 +0200

Lisboa. A colaboração entre a MINI Portugal e a Gravity Wave marca a primeira ação da startup em território nacional, após o sucesso alcançado em Espanha com o projeto MINI for the Oceans, através do qual foram recolhidas mais de 9 toneladas de plástico do Mediterrâneo, posteriormente transformadas em mobiliário urbano produzido a partir de redes de pesca recicladas.

Em Portugal, o concelho de Setúbal foi escolhido para acolher esta primeira intervenção, reforçando o compromisso da MINI com a sustentabilidade e com o impacto positivo nas comunidades locais. O projeto inclui a doação de mobiliário urbano sustentável à Câmara Municipal de Setúbal, composto por:

- 5 caixotes do lixo

- 5 bancos urbanos

Estes equipamentos foram produzidos a partir de 3 a 4 mil redes de pesca recolhidas no Porto de Setúbal, posteriormente recicladas e transformadas em novos produtos, reforçando a ligação direta entre a iniciativa e o território. A concretização desta iniciativa contou ainda com o apoio da Santogal Seixal, cuja colaboração foi fundamental para estabelecer o contacto com a Câmara Municipal de Setúbal e viabilizar a entrega dos materiais.

Além desta primeira implementação, a parceria entre a MINI Portugal e a Gravity Wave prevê estender-se a outras iniciativas ao longo do ano, envolvendo outros portos nacionais, ampliando o impacto ambiental e social do projeto e contribuindo para a redução da poluição marinha em diferentes regiões do país.

Nas palavras de Gonçalo Empis, Head of MINI Portugal: “A parceria com a Gravity Wave representa um passo muito relevante para a nossa marca, não apenas pelo impacto ambiental direto, mas também pela capacidade de envolver a comunidade e dar visibilidade a soluções reais de economia circular. A MINI tem uma longa história de inovação e responsabilidade social, e este projeto reflete exatamente a forma como queremos contribuir para um futuro mais sustentável, urbano e consciente.”

Para mais informações, por favor contactar:

Corporate Communications

BMW Group Portugal

João Trincheiras, Corporate Communications Director

E-mail: Joao.Trincheiras@bmw.pt

Sobre o BMW Group

Com as suas quatro marcas BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce e BMW Motorrad, o BMW Group é o líder mundial no fabrico de automóveis e motociclos premium, prestando igualmente serviços financeiros de alta qualidade. A rede de produção do BMW Group inclui mais de 30 unidades de produção em todo o mundo; a empresa tem uma rede global de vendas em mais de 140 países. Em 2025, o BMW Group vendeu mais de 2.46 milhões de veículos de passageiros e mais de 202.500 motociclos em todo o mundo. O lucro antes de impostos no exercício de 2025 foi de 10.2 mil milhões de euros, sobre receitas no valor de 135.4 mil milhões de euros. A 31 de dezembro de 2025, o BMW Group tinha um efetivo de 154.540 colaboradores. O sucesso do BMW Group tem sido, desde sempre, construído numa ótica de longo prazo e assente numa conduta responsável. A Sustentabilidade é um elemento-chave da estratégia corporativa do BMW Group e abrange todos os produtos da cadeia de valores, desde a produção até ao fim de utilização de todos os seus produtos.

Contato de imprensa: Joao Trincheiras
Tel: +351-21-487-3080
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THE ROLLS-ROYCE BLACK BADGE GHOST TOURIST TROPHY: HONOURING CHARLES ROLLS’ 1906 TT VICTORY

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:33:53 +0200

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars presents the Black Badge Ghost Tourist Trophy, inspired by The Hon. Charles Stewart Rolls’ victory in the 1906 Isle of Man Tourist Trophy
Bespoke commission displayed on the Isle of Man in the 120th anniversary year of Rolls’ triumph
Recalls the Light 20 H.P. Rolls-Royce driven by Rolls and his riding mechanic, Eric Platford, featuring Bespoke details rooted in the history of the race
Black Badge Ghost gives contemporary form to Rolls’ restless appetite for risk, speed and mechanical possibility

“Charles Rolls lived with an extraordinary sense of adventure. As a racing driver, balloonist, aviation pioneer, engineer and innovator, he helped define the courage and curiosity that still shape Rolls-Royce Motor Cars today. His victory in the 1906 Isle of Man Tourist Trophy was not simply a sporting achievement: it was a test of judgement, nerve and faith in a finely prepared motor car. The Black Badge Ghost Tourist Trophy honours that spirit, recalling both the motor car he drove and the character that made his achievement so significant.”
John Beckley, Regional Director, United Kingdom, Europe and Central Eastern Asia, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars

“Charles Rolls was a high-voltage Edwardian: experimental, audacious and moving faster than the world around him. His victory in the 1906 Isle of Man Tourist Trophy demonstrated both courage and discipline – a demanding course, limited fuel, a finely prepared motor car and an absolute belief in what machines could make possible. The Black Badge Ghost Tourist Trophy carries that spirit with restraint. Every Bespoke detail is rooted in the race, yet the overall expression is contemporary, quietly assured and deeply controlled.”
Alistair Barkley, Designer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has presented the Black Badge Ghost Tourist Trophy on the Isle of Man, marking 120 years since Charles Rolls’ victory in the 1906 Isle of Man Tourist Trophy.

The commission takes its inspiration from the Light 20 H.P. Rolls-Royce driven by Rolls and his riding mechanic, Eric Platford. Held over four laps of the Isle of Man course, the Tourist Trophy tested touring motor cars in the most exacting terms: speed had to be balanced with endurance, mechanical sympathy and carefully judged fuel use.

The event took place on the Highroads Course, which was shortened to 40.38 miles. Rolls started fourth and was leading by the end of the opening lap. By the final lap, he had built a 10-minute advantage – a remarkable margin in a race governed by restraint as much as pace. He and Platford completed four laps of the course in 4 hours, 6 minutes, and 0.06 seconds, at an average speed of 39.4 mph. There was just one pint and one ounce of fuel remaining in the 20 H.P. at the end of the race; it is this level of precision, aptitude and attention to detail shown by Rolls and Platford that continues to define Rolls-Royce Motor Cars today.

Charles Rolls was independent in thought, technically fluent and restless in pursuit of what machines could make possible. It was his restless quest for the new and the extraordinary which drew him to the exhilaration of early motor racing, ballooning and aviation. In Black Badge Ghost, that restlessness finds a contemporary form – assertive in character, exacting in detail and disciplined in execution.

The Black Badge Ghost Tourist Trophy carries the memory of the race through quiet, precise Bespoke details – each one connected to the Island, the course, the winning motor car or the man behind the achievement.

THE COLOUR OF VICTORY

The exterior of the commission is finished in Dark Emerald, selected to recall the green hue of the Light 20 H.P. Rolls-Royce driven by Rolls in the 1906 Tourist Trophy. A single Tan Coachline provides a restrained contrast, accompanied by a hand-painted Coachline motif featuring the number 4 in Arctic White. The number references Rolls’ starting position for the race, and the four laps of the course he completed in just over four hours.

A PRIVATE ARCHIVE

Inside, the Black and Tan palette creates an atmosphere of controlled intensity. Black leather and Black Badge Technical Fibre give the cabin a darker, contemporary edge, softened by Tan leather, stitching and seat piping, and the warmth of Mocassin lambswool.

The rear Waterfall carries an embroidered outline of the Isle of Man Short Highroads Course, placing the landscape of the victory within the intimacy of the cabin. Further references are concealed within the central ‘eyeball’ air vents, where engravings record details from the race-winning motor car and the event itself, including the registration number AX157, chassis number 26350B, race date 27.09.1906, and start and finish line coordinates, 54˚09’27.1” N 4°29’ 54.7” W.

Bespoke Illuminated Treadplates fitted to all four door sills also reference chassis number 26350B. Together, these elements form a discreet private archive within the Black Badge Ghost Tourist Trophy.

CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.

WLTP (combined) CO2 emission: 359-348 g/km; Fuel consumption: 17.9-18.3 mpg / 15.8-15.4 l/100km.

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“BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition”: já disponível para encomenda.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:40:57 +0200

•Oportunidade antecipada para encomendar o BMW i3 50 xDrive.

•Segundo modelo da Neue Klasse.

•Os modelos da Neue Klasse são sinónimo de progresso tecnológico, sistemas de propulsão potentes, elevada autonomia e tempos de carregamento reduzidos.

•O “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition” inclui um equipamento completo e amplas possibilidades de personalização.

• Preços atrativos para o BMW i3 50 xDrive no modelo base (65 500 euros) e para o “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition” (74 000 euros)

Munique. A BMW inicia uma nova e emocionante era no prazer de condução com o seu segundo modelo da Neue Klasse - o novo BMW i3. Os clientes podem fazer as suas encomendas do BMW i3 50 xDrive totalmente elétrico na versão “First Edition” antes do lançamento oficial no mercado, exclusivamente nos concessionários BMW.

Jochen Goller, Membro do Board of Management of BMW AG, Customer, Brands, Sales, afirma: “O novo BMW i3 é um automóvel revolucionário para nós. Sendo um modelo totalmente elétrico, irá competir num segmento de grande volume e é, por isso, extremamente significativo para o BMW Group. Ao mesmo tempo, já podemos constatar, pelo elevado nível de interesse neste modelo, que será muito bem recebido pelos nossos clientes. O início das encomendas a 18 de junho na versão “First Edition” – antes do lançamento oficial no mercado – constitui um importante passo neste sentido.”

O novo BMW i3 – o segundo modelo da Neue Klasse a ser lançado – também personifica o salto tecnológico dado pela marca. A tecnologia BMW eDrive de sexta geração altamente eficiente, alia-se ao novo BMW Panoramic iDrive e ao “Heart of Joy” para elevar o “Sheer Driving Pleasure” a um patamar totalmente novo. A experiência de condução assistida entra também numa nova era com o BMW Symbiotic Drive. Além disso, o BMW i3 traz uma interpretação moderna das características de design emblemáticas de uma berlina BMW.

Os clientes poderão configurar o seu novo “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition” com uma série de equipamentos adicionais para complementar o já extenso equipamento de série do veículo. Isto inclui o Pack Desportivo M, o Pack exterior BMW Iconic Glow e o BMW 3D Head-Up Display. O “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition” pode ser encomendado pelo preço de 74 000,00 EUR (WLTP, combinado [EnVKV]: consumo de energia 16,1–13,5 kWh/100 km; emissões de CO₂: 0 g/km; classe de CO₂ A) e oferece uma autonomia de 758 – 906 km. Com a sua tecnologia de 800 V, o sistema BMW eDrive de sexta geração do BMW i3 50 xDrive permite uma potência máxima de carregamento de até 400 kW. Após dez minutos de carregamento em corrente contínua, isto traduz-se em 423 km de autonomia.

No lançamento oficial no mercado, no outono de 2026, o BMW i3 50 xDrive (WLTP, combinado [EnVKV]: consumo de energia 16,1 – 13,4 kWh/100 km; emissões de CO₂: 0 g/km; classe de CO₂ A), na versão de série e com uma autonomia de até 912 km estará disponível ao preço de 65 500,00 EUR.

Mike Reichelt, Head of Neue Klasse BMW, explica: “O BMW Série 3 tem sido um ícone da nossa marca há sete gerações e, por conseguinte, há mais de cinco décadas. Personifica o puro prazer de condução, a inovação e o design intemporal. Com o Neue Klasse e o seu conjunto tecnológico, estamos literalmente a saltar uma geração de veículos. Este é o ADN da nossa berlina desportiva num conceito de veículo completamente novo, à medida que escrevemos o próximo capítulo da história de sucesso do BMW Série 3.”

O BMW i3 exemplifica a nova linguagem de design da BMW: centrada no essencial, num estilo moderno e inconfundível.
Com o seu design de 2.5 volumes, o novo BMW i3 oferece uma interpretação moderna das proporções características de uma berlina desportiva BMW – sendo imediatamente reconhecível como um BMW Série 3. A sua silhueta é definida por uma longa distância entre eixos, uma superfície envidraçada recuada e pequenas saliências. Familiar, mas também nova, é a frente com quatro faróis, uma assinatura típica da marca. A linguagem de design “Neue Klasse” orienta a nova interpretação da icónica zona dianteira. A dupla grelha BMW - tal como os seus faróis - fundem-se numa assinatura luminosa inovadora, tornando-a numa peça de design única. Os faróis traseiros, com a sua horizontalidade acentuada, apresentam a forma abstrata de um “L”. As jantes realçam a postura desportiva do novo BMW i3.

Elevando o foco no condutor a um novo patamar.
Os interiores modernos e dinâmicos caracterizam a linguagem de design “Neue Klasse”: O habitáculo espaçoso do novo BMW i3 permite-lhe explorar todo o potencial de uma arquitetura de veículo totalmente orientada para a mobilidade elétrica.
O BMW Panoramic iDrive com o Sistema Operativo BMW X utiliza um ecrã e um sistema operativo exclusivos numa nova dimensão orientada para o condutor. No seu cerne está o BMW Panoramic Vision, que projeta conteúdos ao longo de toda a largura da parte inferior do pára-brisas. A lógica de funcionamento multimodal do BMW Panoramic iDrive combina interações táteis, hápticas e por voz. O BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant desempenha aqui um papel fundamental, permitindo que inúmeras funções do veículo, a introdução de destinos de navegação e os conteúdos multimédia sejam controlados através de uma linguagem fluída.

O BMW i3 dá um salto tecnológico com o sistema de propulsão elétrica de sexta geração.
O primeiro BMW Série 3 totalmente elétrico possui um motor elétrico no eixo dianteiro e outro no eixo traseiro, que, em conjunto, produzem uma potência total de 345 kW/469 cv. O binário máximo é de 645 Nm. O BMW i3 50 xDrive acelera dos 0 aos 100 km/h em 4,7 segundos. O novo “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition” apresenta motores e valores de desempenho idênticos.
No novo BMW i3, a tecnologia BMW eDrive de sexta geração, altamente eficiente, une forças com o supercomputador “Heart of Joy” e o sistema de condução BMW Dynamic Performance Control. Em conjunto, conferem ao veículo características de condução seguras e extremamente precisas. O “Heart of Joy” responde dez vezes mais rápido do que os sistemas anteriores e reduz o número de intervenções de controlo necessárias. O resultado eleva o “Sheer Driving Pleasure” a um patamar totalmente novo. A experiência de condução assistida no BMW i3 entra igualmente numa nova dimensão com o BMW Symbiotic Drive.
A função Soft Stop garante a travagem mais suave da história da BMW. O controlo preciso dos motores elétricos leva a berlina totalmente elétrica a uma paragem impercetivelmente suave, sem qualquer solavanco nem ruídos de travagem.
No que diz respeito às tecnologias de assistência ao condutor no novo BMW i3, o BMW Symbiotic Drive permite uma interação perfeita entre as funções de assistência e o comportamento de condução. Com os sistemas de assistência à condução ativos, o condutor pode responder às diversas situações - acelerando, virando o volante ou travando - sem desativar o sistema de assistência relevante durante o processo. O Assistente em autoestrada (opcional) permite uma condução assistida na autoestrada “hands-free” até 130 km/h com mudanças de faixa automatizadas após confirmação por sinal visual.

Maior autonomia, tempos de carregamento mais curtos.
Outra característica do salto tecnológico dado pelo novo BMW i3 é a bateria de alta tensão com novas células cilíndricas que oferecem uma capacidade de 108,7 kWh. O design “pack-to-open-body” do compartimento da bateria transforma esta última numa parte estrutural do novo BMW i3.
O “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition” tem uma autonomia de até 906 quilómetros (de acordo com o ciclo de testes WLTP) e, por isso, oferece uma elevada capacidade de percorrer longas distâncias, combinada com tempos de carregamento drasticamente reduzidos, graças à tecnologia de 800 V. As taxas de carregamento em corrente contínua (CC) de até 400 kW permitem que o BMW i3 50 xDrive carregue, em dez minutos, energia suficiente num ponto de carregamento rápido de CC para uma autonomia de até 423 km (de acordo com a norma ISO 12906 no ciclo WLTP).

O equipamento de série do “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition” inclui o Pack Desportivo M Sport e o Pack exterior BMW Iconic Glow.
O extenso equipamento de série do BMW i3 50 xDrive inclui o Panoramic Vision, o Driving Assistant Plus, o Comfort Access, a BMW Digital Key Plus e bancos dianteiros elétricos e aquecidos. Uma característica de destaque do “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition” é o Pack Desportivo M. Este inclui o Pack M exterior, travões M Sport azuis e projeção do logótipo M nos espelhos retrovisores exteriores, complementados no interior do veículo pelo design exclusivo do interior BMW M em Veganza e M PerformTex Black (estando disponíveis outras variantes de estofos). O Pack Desportivo M torna evidente à primeira vista, o potencial dinâmico da nova berlina totalmente elétrica.

As especificações do “First Edition” incluem também o Pack exterior BMW Iconic Glow, que realça a profundidade visual das icónicas grelhas da BMW com uma iluminação de contorno precisa. Outra característica deste pacote é uma animação de boas-vindas e despedida, que apresenta três efeitos de luz visualmente impressionantes. O Pack exterior BMW Iconic Glow permite personalizar e adaptar estes efeitos ao gosto pessoal de cada cliente.

Outros destaques do interior incluem bancos multifunções, o BMW 3D Head-Up Display e o sistema de som HiFi Harman Kardon.
O interior do “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition” inclui uma série de opcionais de destaque: Entre estes contam-se os bancos dianteiros multifunções com regulação elétrica, controlo de climatização de três zonas automático, vidros com proteção solar e o volante aquecido.
O BMW 3D Head-Up Display complementa o ecrã e o sistema operativo do novo BMW i3, estando integrado acima do BMW Panoramic Vision. Além disso, o BMW 3D Head-Up Display projeta conteúdos selecionados exclusivamente na linha de visão do condutor. Isto permite uma perceção espacial extremamente precisa – como por exemplo, instruções de navegação.
O sistema de som HiFi Harman Kardon com suporte para Dolby Atmos proporciona um nível de qualidade de som particularmente elevado ao “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition”.

O funcionamento automático da porta da bagageira, incluindo o Smart Opener, proporciona um acesso extremamente fácil ao compartimento de carga. O toque final nas especificações do “First Edition” é o Carregamento rápido AC, que aumenta a potência de carregamento CA de 11 para 22 kW.

Opcionais no novo “BMW i3 50 xDrive First Edition”.
O cliente pode dar um toque ainda mais pessoal ao seu “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition” com a ajuda de equipamentos opcionais específicos do modelo. Uma opção é o teto de vidro panorâmico opcional, com vidros de conforto climático, cria uma sensação de espaço banhado pela luz. Também é possível encomendar um gancho de reboque de rotação elétrica.

A extensa oferta de entretenimento disponível através do BMW Connected Drive permite aos clientes especificar funções adicionais opcionais do BMW Maps, o Security Assistant e um pacote de dados como parte do BMW Digital Premium.
No que diz respeito a funções de condução e estacionamento, o cliente pode escolher ainda mais opções para o “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition”: A gama de opcionais concebidas para aumentar a segurança e o conforto inclui o Assistente de estacionamento Plus e Professional, bem como o Assistente de autoestrada.

Ampla gama de opcionais em matéria de cores exteriores, jantes, acabamentos interiores e volantes.

Estão disponíveis um total de seis acabamentos de pintura exterior para o “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition”. Entre estes encontra-se a exclusiva tonalidade metálica M Le Castellet Blue.
A gama de jantes compreende três modelos aerodinâmicos e uma variante BMW Individual: os clientes podem escolher entre jantes de 19 e 20 polegadas.
No que diz respeito ao interior do novo “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition”, o design de interiores “Contemporary” e “BMW M” permitem a escolha de várias combinações de cores. Além disso, a gama de volantes oferece ainda mais possibilidades de personalização, estando disponíveis por encomenda - o volante desportivo opcional, o volante M e o volante BMW Individual (apenas em combinação com o design de interiores “Contemporary” bicolor Digital White).

Para mais informações, por favor contactar:

Corporate Communications
BMW Group Portugal
João Trincheiras, Corporate Communications Director
E-mail: Joao.Trincheiras@bmw.pt

Sobre o BMW Group
Com as suas quatro marcas BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce e BMW Motorrad, o BMW Group é o líder mundial no fabrico de automóveis e motociclos premium, prestando igualmente serviços financeiros de alta qualidade. A rede de produção do BMW Group inclui mais de 30 unidades de produção em todo o mundo; a empresa tem uma rede global de vendas em mais de 140 países. Em 2025, o BMW Group vendeu mais de 2.46 milhões de veículos de passageiros e mais de 202.500 motociclos em todo o mundo. O lucro antes de impostos no exercício de 2025 foi de 10.2 mil milhões de euros, sobre receitas no valor de 135.4 mil milhões de euros. A 31 de dezembro de 2025, o BMW Group tinha um efetivo de 154.540 colaboradores. O sucesso do BMW Group tem sido, desde sempre, construído numa ótica de longo prazo e assente numa conduta responsável. A Sustentabilidade é um elemento-chave da estratégia corporativa do BMW Group e abrange todos os produtos da cadeia de valores, desde a produção até ao fim de utilização de todos os seus produtos.

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CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.

O “BMW i3 50 xDrive as First Edition” pode ser encomendado pelo preço de 74 000,00 EUR¹ (WLTP, combinado [EnVKV]: consumo de energia 16,1–13,5 kWh/100 km; emissões de CO₂: 0 g/km; classe de CO₂ A) e oferece uma autonomia de 758 – 906 km. Com a sua tecnologia de 800 V, o sistema BMW eDrive de sexta geração do BMW i3 50 xDrive permite uma potência máxima de carregamento de até 400 kW. Após dez minutos de carregamento em corrente contínua, isto traduz-se em 423 km² de autonomia.

BMW i3 50 xDrive (WLTP, combinado [EnVKV]: consumo de energia 16,1 – 13,4 kWh/100 km; emissões de CO₂: 0 g/km; classe de CO₂ A), na versão de série e com uma autonomia de até 912 km³ estará disponível ao preço de 65 500,00 EUR¹.

¹PVP anunciado para Portugal.

²A autonomia adicional após dez minutos de carregamento de alta potência foi determinada de acordo com a norma ISO 12906 no ciclo WLTP. Este valor e o desempenho de carregamento dependem das especificações do veículo, da carga, do estado e da temperatura da bateria, do perfil de condução individual, da utilização de consumidores auxiliares, da temperatura ambiente e da potência de carregamento fornecida pelo ponto de carregamento.

³Todos os valores são provisórios.

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Design meets Performance: The BMW M Concept Neue Klasse – World Premiere at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:27:22 +0200

Munich. The BMW M Concept Neue Klasse celebrates its world premiere at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. It showcases the new BMW M design language and sets a clear signal for the brand’s all-electric future. The future BMW M product portfolio combines expressive design, high performance and innovative materials.

The vehicle builds a bridge between its history and motorsport.
It is instantly recognisable as a high-performance automobile. BMW M thus remains true to its guiding principle: “Born on the racetrack. Made for the streets.”

“The new BMW M design language forms the expressive spearhead of the Neue Klasse – determined and purposeful,” says Oliver Heilmer, Head of Design BMW Compact Class, Neue Klasse and BMW M. “At BMW M, form consistently follows function. Every detail serves performance. This project is truly special to me because it carries the BMW M character into a new era.”

Form, function and motorsport references in the exterior design.
Powerful proportions, precise lines and a muscular shoulder section with wide wheel arches define the unmistakable BMW M character.

Numerous M-specific design measures optimise aerodynamics – including the reinterpreted M aero exterior mirrors in the colours of BMW M.

A distinctive air outlet shapes the V-shaped front bonnet. It supports the cooling of the electric drivetrain.

A forward-facing shark nose and a light signature with depth effect characterise the front end. Headlights and kidney grille form a single unit. The new M Yellow Lights create a focused view of the road. The yellow light icons are set to become a new signature feature of future BMW M automobiles and reference GT racing cars as well as the BMW M Hybrid V8.

The front apron of the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse adopts a trimaran-style bumper, inspired by the form of high-speed sailing boats. The three-part design underlines the vehicle’s technical appearance. It also provides structural support for the front splitter – an aerodynamic element at the lower edge of the front end.

Another new lighting accent for future BMW M automobiles are the three-dimensional Track Lights located in the outer sections of the front apron.

Track Lights and trimaran design also shape the rear apron of the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse. The Track Lights frame the trimaran element above the floating diffuser. A striking ducktail spoiler improves aerodynamics, increases downforce at the rear axle and at the same time sets a striking accent within the clean surface design of the rear end.

Natural fibre elements are used in both the exterior and interior of the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse – for example in the front splitter, the bonnet air outlet and the diffuser. For the first time, natural fibre is not only used in its pure form but also in a refined finish with M branding in the roof graphic.

The newly developed Monza Red metallic paint finish and the red-and-blue coded centre-lock wheels strengthen the visual link to BMW M and motorsport.

Driver-focused cockpit for an intense BMW M experience.
The interior of the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse is reduced and consistently geared towards the driving experience in a next-generation all-electric BMW M.

Four newly developed bucket seats provide secure support even in highly dynamic driving situations and integrate structural elements made from natural fibre materials. The seat upholstery in Bathurst Blue and Berry Red picks up the BMW M colours in a two-tone Merino leather finish. Red five-point belts emphasise the sporty character.

For the first time in a BMW M vehicle, high-quality black nubuck leather is used. It can be found on the steering wheel, the door panels and the roll bar.

The floating dashboard is finished in black knit material and features M-specific hexagonal backlighting.

Red accents on the M gear selector, the shift paddles on the M steering wheel and in the digital displays add targeted sporty highlights in the cockpit and put performance centre stage.

High performance and BMW M driving experience in a new dimension.
The BMW M Concept Neue Klasse represents the next chapter in the M-typical blend of dynamics, agility and precision. The innovative BMW M eDrive drive concept with four electric motors and BMW M Dynamic Performance Control elevates driving experience and racetrack capability to a new level.

“Even in the new all-electric era, we continue the M-typical tradition of transferring both technological innovations and defining design features directly from motorsport into series production,” says Franciscus van Meel, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW M GmbH.

BMW M eDrive is based on the Neue Klasse’s Gen6 technology and was developed specifically for all-electric BMW M automobiles. The drivetrain concept combines four electric motors with the central control software BMW M Dynamic Performance Control in the high-performance computer Heart of Joy. Thanks to the integrated, wheel-specific control of the drivetrain and braking systems, BMW M eDrive opens up new potential for driving dynamics and driving safety. It enables high recuperation performance, optimal traction right up to the limit and particularly direct response.

The 800-volt technology and the high-voltage battery with an energy content of more than 100 kWh create the conditions for long-range capability. A BMW M-specific optimised version of sixth-generation cylindrical cells provides particularly high output when delivering energy to the electric motors and during charging. The housing of the high-voltage battery is structurally integrated with both the front and rear axle, thereby additionally contributing to driving dynamics.

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24h Le Mans: What a race! BMW M Team WRT celebrates BMW M Motorsport’s first overall podium since 1999.

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:26:12 +0200

Le Mans. On its third attempt, BMW M Team WRT celebrated its long-awaited first major success at the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans (FRA). In an exciting race, Robin Frijns (NED), René Rast (GER), and Sheldon van der Linde (RSA) secured second place in the #20 Shell BMW M Hybrid V8. It was the first overall podium at Le Mans for BMW M Motorsport since its victory with the BMW V12 LMR in 1999. A repeat of the historic triumph was within reach, but in the end, final driver Frijns was 10.9 seconds short of the winning Toyota .

The historic Le Mans weekend began as early as Thursday, when the #15 BMW M Hybrid V8, with drivers Kevin Magnussen (DEN), Raffaele Marciello (SUI), and Dries Vanthoor (BEL) claimed the first pole position for BMW M Motorsport and BMW M Team WRT at Le Mans. In the race, the #20 crew, starting from fourth on the grid, took the lead early on and led the field at times. A safety car period about six hours before the finish brought the field back together and set the stage for a thrilling showdown right up to the final lap. While car #20 celebrated at the end with a podium finish, car #15 retired early. After an unavoidable collision and a puncture, a technical defect ultimately forced the crew to retire the car.

In the LMGT3 class, things looked promising after qualifying with starting positions five and six at the beginning of the race. However, over the course of the 24 hours, the two BMW M4 GT3 EVOs were unable to keep up with the pace at the front. Augusto Farfus (BRA), Sean Gelael (INA), and Darren Leung (GBR) finished in seventh place. Their teammates Dan Harper (GBR), Parker Thompson (CAN), and Anthony McIntosh (USA) retired with gearbox problems.

Quotes after the 24 Hours of Le Mans:

Franciscus van Meel (CEO of BMW M GmbH): “It was an incredibly emotional weekend with the world premiere of our BMW M Concept Neue Klasse and a thrilling, nerve-wracking 24-hour race at Le Mans. Second place, the first podium for BMW M Motorsport in 27 years, just ten seconds behind the winner after a perfect performance – it could hardly have gone better. A huge thank you to everyone at BMW M, BMW M Motorsport, and BMW M Team WRT who contributed to this great success. You have all shown what can be achieved when you work tirelessly to make a project like the BMW M Hybrid V8 a success. Congratulations!”

Andreas Roos (Head of BMW M Motorsport): “What a magnificent and historic result! Pole position and second place on the podium – incredible! I’m absolutely delighted for the drivers Robin Frijns, René Rast, and Sheldon van der Linde. But it was a gigantic achievement by everyone: the drivers, the team, and all the colleagues at BMW M Motorsport. We can be very proud of this – thank you all! We have worked for years to be successful at Le Mans again, and now we have reaped the reward with second place. It was an incredibly exciting race. For us, it was a rollercoaster ride, but in the end, to finish second just ten seconds behind is a fantastic achievement. Pit stops, strategy – everything worked perfectly. Congratulations to Toyota on a well-deserved victory! It’s a shame that car #15 retired and we had hoped for a much better result in the LMGT3 class. We will analyzey that, but for now, the joy prevails.”

Vincent Vosse (Team Principal, BMW M Team WRT): “That was one of the strongest races we have ever had as a team with the BMW M Hybrid V8. Absolutely flawless. No penalties, no bad pit stops – nothing. Congratulations to everyone in my team and at BMW M Motorsport! We are one unit, we are making progress, and we deserved this podium. I’m not disappointed at all that we didn’t win. Toyota deserved it – congratulations! I feel sorry for the crew of car #15. On the LMGT3 side, we have to admit that we simply had no chance. That is very disappointing. Many thanks to the team and drivers for their great effort. They gave everything, but unfortunately, it just wasn’t enough this time.”

Robin Frijns (BMW M Team WRT, #20 Shell BMW M Hybrid V8, 2nd place): “I honestly don’t quite know what to say yet. Second place at Le Mans is a fantastic achievement, but seeing the victory so close does hurt a bit. The last safety car brought the Toyotas, who had problems just before, back into the game. That was tough for us, as they had a bit more pace than we did. We led for long stretches of the race, but in the end, second place was the maximum we could achieve after the safety car.”

René Rast (BMW M Team WRT, #20 Shell BMW M Hybrid V8, 2nd place): “It’s a bittersweet podium. On the one hand, it’s a great achievement to be on the podium at Le Mans. The team and we as drivers did everything right, I would say. But unfortunately, Le Mans didn’t choose us as winners this time. We led for long phases of the race, but the last safety car threw our strategy off a bit and when you’re so close to victory, of course you want to win.”

Sheldon van der Linde (BMW M Team WRT, #20 Shell BMW M Hybrid V8, 2nd place): “At first, I don’t really know whether to laugh or cry. When you finish just ten seconds behind the winner after 24 hours, it’s not easy to accept at first. But if we look at the past two years and see the huge progress we’ve made, we can be very proud. The team gave everything to put us in this position. Of course, you never know if you’ll get another chance to win Le Mans, but we’ll definitely try again.”

Kevin Magnussen (BMW M Team WRT, #15 BMW M Hybrid V8, DNF): “It just wasn’t our race. A few things went wrong, but that’s also Le Mans. Luckily, our sister car made up for our bad luck and scored a fantastic podium. That’s ultimately a great success for all of us. As for us in car #15: We’ll come back stronger.”

Augusto Farfus (Team WRT, #32 BMW M4 GT3 EVO, 7th place LMGT3): “First of all, congratulations to the Hypercar crew on the podium. It was a great fight and a deserved result. Our race was tough. We did everything right, had no technical problems, and nailed every pit stop. Unfortunately, it just wasn’t enough to fight for the podium. We simply didn’t have the pace. Still, it’s always a great honour to be on the grid here at Le Mans.”

Dan Harper (Team WRT, #69 BMW M4 GT3 EVO, DNF): “I had imagined my first Le Mans, just like Parker and Anthony, differently. But you also have to see it this way: I was here for the first time at this very special event, and it was an honor to be part of it. Hopefully, there will be many more Le Mans appearances to come! This time, unfortunately, we didn’t have the pace to run at the front. Then came the gearbox problem. Nevertheless, we can be proud of what we achieved.”

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24h Le Mans: Historic pole position! Dries Vanthoor puts the #15 BMW M Hybrid V8 on pole.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:46:39 +0200

Le Mans. Fantastic qualifying for the 24 Hours of Le Mans (FRA)! Dries Vanthoor (BEL), driving the #15 BMW M Hybrid V8 for BMW M Team WRT, secured the very first pole position ever for BMW M Motorsport at Le Mans. With a time of 3:22.564 minutes, Vanthoor was initially second by the tiniest margin of 0.005 seconds, but the fastest lap of the Cadillac ahead of him was cancelled. In the #20 Shell BMW M Hybrid V8, Robin Frijns (NED) completed the excellent team result in the Hypercar class by finishing fourth.

Both WRT cars also made it into Hyperpole 2 in the LMGT3 class. There, Sean Gelael (INA) and Parker Thompson (CAN) put the two BMW M4 GT3 EVOs into the fifth and sixth starting positions. The 24 Hours of Le Mans will begin on Saturday at 16:00 CEST.

Quotes after qualifying for the 24 Hours of Le Mans:

Andreas Roos (Head of BMW M Motorsport): “A fantastic qualifying session for the 24 Hours of Le Mans – it couldn’t have gone any better. Just getting all four cars into Hyperpole 2 was a huge success in itself, but to have now secured BMW M Motorsport’s first ever pole position at Le Mans is simply fantastic! Congratulations to Dries Vanthoor on a brilliant lap and many thanks to everyone who has worked on this project over the years. This is a fantastic reward for their efforts. We’ll relish seeing our BMW M Hybrid V8 right at the front of the grid on Saturday, but now we’re focusing fully on race preparation.”

Vincent Vosse (Team Principal, BMW M Team WRT): “That is a great surprise! I am very happy to be on pole position for the first time in Hypercar. I take that, of course, but at the same time congratulations to Cadillac and Jack Aitken for putting on a great show! Overall, we at WRT can be extremely happy with the qualifying results. Now let’s focus on the race.”

Dries Vanthoor (BMW M Team WRT, #15 BMW M Hybrid V8, Pole position): “I’m super happy to be on pole at Le Mans! This is such a great event, and now being on pole here and giving everyone in the team what they deserve, is awesome. At the same time our goal is to win the race, so we need to keep it clean over 24 hours to be right there on Sunday.”

Robin Frijns (BMW M Team WRT, #20 Shell BMW M Hybrid V8, 4th place): “It was the goal to be in the top-five, and in the end we are in P4. That means we are a bit out of the jungle at the start, which is good. My laptimes were pretty far off. I wasn’t so happy with my runs in Hyperpole 2. I’m not where I should be, so we need to see where we can improve for the race.”

Sean Gelael (Team WRT, #32 BMW M4 GT3 EVO, 5th place LMGT3): “It‘s probably one of the best positions to start the big 24-hour race from. Third row, the slip stream in front of us – that’s good! We are happy, and we are where we want to be for the start of the race.”

Parker Thompson (Team WRT, #69 BMW M4 GT3 EVO, 6th place LMGT3): “Overall a very nice job by both sides of the garage at Team WRT. Starting P5 and P6 is a great result for the team and a fantastic place to start the race from. We are out of the areas of chaos at the back. Great job by everybody!”

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Comeback in WorldSBK: Miguel Oliveira ready for Misano.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:10:56 +0200

Munich. Miguel Oliveira (POR) is ready to return aboard the #88 BMW M 1000 RR of the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team. After missing the race weekends at Most (CZE) and at MotorLand Aragón (ESP) due to shoulder injuries sustained in Hungary at the beginning of May, Oliveira is aiming to make his comeback this weekend at Misano (ITA), where round seven of the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) will take place.

After claiming four podium finishes aboard the BMW M 1000 RR during his debut WorldSBK season, Oliveira suffered a setback at round four of the championship at Hungary’s Balaton Park Circuit. An incident for which he was blameless in the Superpole Race resulted in a fractured shoulder blade among other injuries. Over the following weeks, he underwent an intensive rehabilitation programme in his native Portugal. He was already present at MotorLand Aragón last weekend to support the team at the circuit, and he is now ready to return to racing action at Misano. As is customary in WorldSBK, the final decision will be made following the medical assessment at the venue.

His teammate Danilo Petrucci (ITA), meanwhile, will remain on the sidelines. Petrucci sustained a fractured coccyx at Most. Although his recovery is also progressing very well, it has been jointly decided that he should continue to rest for another weekend. Petrucci will be present at Misano however to support the team. As a result, Michael van der Mark (NED) will switch sides within the garage and reunite with the crew that supported him as a race rider for five years. The BMW test rider and FIM EWC factory rider had stepped in for Oliveira at Most and Aragón and will now replace Petrucci at Misano.

“We are very pleased that Miguel’s recovery has progressed so well that we can now plan for his comeback at Misano,” said Sven Blusch, Head of BMW Motorrad Motorsport. “After some difficult weeks, this is a step back towards normality for us. We would like to thank everyone who contributed to Miguel’s recovery following his injury. With Danilo, we have agreed to wait a little longer. He is already feeling significantly better, but we do not want to rush anything. He will still be with us at Misano and support the team as much as possible. Mickey will continue to race for us as a substitute rider. He has already done an excellent job at Most and Aragón, and I am sure that his victory with the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team at last weekend’s 8 Hours of Spa Motos will give him even more momentum.”

“I’m looking forward to rejoining the team and getting back on my BMW M 1000 RR,” said Oliveira. “Returning at Misano has been the target throughout my recovery, and I’m pleased to be in a position to make that happen. Earlier this week, I also rode a production bike during a track day to assess my condition and gain some valuable time on track. I want to thank everyone who has supported me during this recovery process, my family, the medical team, the team itself and all the fans who have been sending messages of encouragement. Naturally, I know the challenge that awaits. The level of competition is extremely high, and I’m still working my way back to full fitness. My priority this weekend is to rebuild my rhythm, regain confidence on the bike and continue progressing session by session. The rest will come with time and hard work.”

Round seven of the 2026 WorldSBK season at Misano will take place from 12th to 14th June.

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O novo BMW iX3 - Sessão fotográfica em Portugal

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:13:23 +0200

Sessão fotográfica do novo BMW iX3 em Lisboa, Cascais e Serra da Arrábida.

CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.

WLTP energy consumption combined: 17,9 - 15,1 kWh/100 km; WLTP CO₂ emissions combined: 0 g/km; CO2-class: A; WLTP electric range: 679 - 805 km.

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BMW M Award with world premiere in MotoGP™: The BMW M2 with xDrive is the 2026 winner’s car.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:12:19 +0200

Balaton Park Circuit. Since 2003, the prestigious BMW M Award for the fastest qualifier has been an integral part of MotoGP™ – and the presentation of the winner’s car is one of the highlights of every season. This year, MotoGP™ even provided the stage for a world premiere: the prize car for the 2026 BMW M Award is the all-new BMW M2 with xDrive (fuel consumption combined: 10.4–10.3 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions combined: 235–233 g/km according to WLTP, CO₂ class: G)*, which was unveiled to the global public for the very first time during the Grand Prix of Hungary.

One special feature of the vehicle: the BMW M2 with xDrive is the first member of the BMW M2 family to feature all-wheel drive. The unveiling at Balaton Park Circuit was carried out by Carlos Ezpeleta, Chief Sporting Officer at MotoGP™, and Zsuzsanna Pócs, Head of Marketing BMW Group Hungary. Following the presentation, Becky Evans (@queenb) and MotoGP™ rider Jorge Martín had the opportunity to experience BMW M’s latest highlight during the “BMW M Racing Balance” challenge on the racetrack.

Equipped with innovative BMW M technologies, the BMW M2 with xDrive delivers sheer driving pleasure in all conditions throughout the year. The advanced all-wheel-drive system ensures reliable traction on any surface and in any weather, allowing drivers to fully exploit the car’s performance at all times. Under the hood, power comes from the inline six-cylinder engine developed for the BMW M2 with xDrive, featuring BMW M TwinPower Turbo technology. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds – 0.3 seconds quicker than the comparable rear-wheel-drive model. Externally, the BMW M Award winner’s car stands out with its BMW Individual Borusan Turkish Blue paint finish. The BMW M2 with xDrive is the first BMW M2 derivative to be available in this exclusive color.

After the unveiling, the action moved onto the track at Balaton Park Circuit. During the “BMW M Racing Balance” challenge, Evans and Martín were able to directly test the perfectly balanced handling and all-wheel-drive performance of the BMW M2 with xDrive. This challenge requires both balance and sensitivity: while the driver pushes to the limit in pursuit of the fastest possible lap time, the passenger holds a bowl filled with balls – and must try to prevent any of them from falling out.

With the BMW M2 with xDrive, BMW M GmbH continues its tradition of honoring the achievements of MotoGP™ riders throughout the season with a special prize in the form of an exclusive BMW M high-performance automobile. Since 2003, the BMW M Award has been a cornerstone of BMW M’s activities as the “Official Car of MotoGP™” and is traditionally presented at the season finale. In every MotoGP™ qualifying session, points are awarded for finishing positions, following the same system used in the races. The rider with the highest number of points after the final qualifying session of the season wins the award. Record holder Marc Márquez has claimed the honor eight times, most recently last year. Francesco Bagnaia has won the BMW M Award three times so far. The list of winners also includes Valentino Rossi, Casey Stoner, Jorge Lorenzo, Fabio Quartararo, Sete Gibernau, and Nicky Hayden.

For more information on BMW M GmbH and the involvement as the ‘Official Car of MotoGP™’ since 1999, see: www.bmw-m.com

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Novo BMW M2 com M xDrive.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:57:08 +0200

Munique. Com uma combinação de comportamento extremamente ágil, desempenho típico da gama M e dimensões compactas, o BMW M2 personifica o prazer de condução na sua forma mais pura. O novo BMW M2 com M xDrive (consumo de combustível combinado: 10,4 – 10,3 l/100 km; emissões de CO₂ combinadas: 235 – 233 g/km segundo WLTP, classe de CO₂: G) representa uma expansão da gama M2 por parte da BMW M GmbH.

Nesta versão, o sistema de tração integral M xDrive passa a estar disponível pela primeira vez no compacto desportivo de alta performance. O M xDrive distribui a potência gerada pelo motor de seis cilindros em linha de 353 kW/480 cv, equipado com tecnologia BMW M TwinPower Turbo, entre os eixos dianteiro e traseiro conforme as necessidades de cada situação. O sistema trabalha também em conjunto com o Active M Differential, que gere a transmissão de força às rodas traseiras de forma totalmente variável, maximizando a tração e proporcionando uma dinâmica de condução normalmente associada a um modelo de tração traseira.

Os níveis superiores de tração aumentam novamente a agilidade, o dinamismo e a estabilidade direcional do veículo - e melhoram ainda mais os seus tempos de aceleração. O novo BMW M2 com M xDrive oferece assim aos condutores a inconfundível sensação M ao longo de todas as estações do ano, praticamente em qualquer tipo de piso e em todas as condições meteorológicas, sem comprometer o desempenho. O modelo demonstra a sua tração otimizada - também resultado de uma afinação específica do chassis - com total confiança em cenários de aderência variável, como gelo e neve, bem como em utilização em pista.

Tração superior e dinâmica apurada graças ao M xDrive e ao Active M Differential.

O sistema de tração integral M xDrive utiliza uma embraiagem multidisco controlada eletronicamente na caixa de transferência para garantir uma distribuição totalmente variável e extremamente suave da potência do motor entre os eixos dianteiro e traseiro do novo BMW M2 com M xDrive. A orientação para a tração traseira segue a filosofia tradicional da gama M: em condução normal, a potência é enviada exclusivamente para as rodas traseiras, sendo o eixo dianteiro acionado apenas quando estas já não conseguem transmitir mais força ao piso.

O sistema M xDrive trabalha em conjunto com o Active M Differential, que inclui controlo de tração específico M e o sistema DSC (Dynamic Stability Control). Em conjunto, estes sistemas ajustam com precisão as respostas do veículo às condições de condução, proporcionando uma experiência dinâmica excecional, com um aumento notório da estabilidade direcional e da tração.

A caixa de transferência integra uma unidade de controlo específica para este modelo e uma função de limitação de escorregamento das rodas. Isto permite compensar diferenças de rotação entre os eixos dianteiro e traseiro sem recorrer à gestão central do DSC, tornando o processo extremamente rápido e reforçando a sensação de estabilidade característica dos modelos M em situações de condução altamente dinâmicas.

As respostas do sistema M xDrive podem ser configuradas através do menu M Setup, permitindo ao condutor ajustar as características e o comportamento da tração integral tanto às condições de condução como às suas preferências pessoais. Entre as opções disponíveis encontra se o modo 2WD com o DSC desativado, no qual o binário é enviado exclusivamente para as rodas traseiras - proporcionando uma experiência de condução de pureza notável.

Desenvolvimento com raízes no design de competição: pré‑câmara de combustão.

O motor de seis cilindros em linha de 3 litros que equipa o novo BMW M2 com sistema de tração integral M xDrive utiliza a tecnologia BMW M Ignite - um novo processo de pré‑câmara de combustão patenteado pela BMW. Esta inovação representa um exemplo claro da transferência bem‑sucedida de tecnologia dos veículos de competição para os modelos de produção e será introduzida em todos os motores de seis cilindros em linha da BMW M a partir de meados de 2026.

O processo pré‑câmara de combustão reduz significativamente o consumo de combustível sob cargas de motor elevadas. Ao mesmo tempo, esta nova tecnologia contribui para o cumprimento dos requisitos da norma EU7. Tal como até aqui, o motor do BMW M2 com M xDrive mantém as características de desempenho pelas quais os modelos M são reconhecidos, incluindo resposta imediata e entrega linear de potência até regimes elevados. Esta entrega vigorosa de potência é acompanhada por uma sonoridade emocionalmente envolvente. O menor consumo sob cargas elevadas proporcionado pela tecnologia BMW M Ignite será particularmente valorizado por clientes que utilizam este veículo em track days, permitindo‑lhes realizar mais voltas com a mesma quantidade de combustível.

O BMW M2 com M xDrive está equipado de série com a transmissão M Steptronic com Drivelogic, que garante que a potência do motor é aproveitada com o máximo efeito dinâmico. As jantes M de liga leve (19 polegadas no eixo dianteiro e 20 polegadas no eixo traseiro) asseguram a transferência da potência para o piso. Pneus de pista podem ser adquiridos como opcional.

A travagem em estrada e pista é assegurada pelos travões M Compound, com pinças fixas de seis êmbolos à frente e pinças de êmbolo único atrás.

A combinação do sistema de tração integral M xDrive com o Active M Differential confere ao novo BMW M2 com M xDrive uma capacidade de aceleração ainda mais elevada. O modelo acelera dos 0 aos 100 km/h em 3,7 segundos (sendo 0,3 segundos mais rápido do que a versão equivalente com tração traseira). O valor medido segundo o método “one‑foot rollout”¹ é de 3,4 segundos. O BMW M2 com M xDrive atinge os 200 km/h em 12,8 segundos - ou 12,5 segundos com o método “one‑foot rollout”. A aceleração dos 80 aos 120 km/h é realizada em 3,7 segundos. A velocidade máxima é limitada a 250 km/h, podendo atingir 285 km/h com o opcional M Driver’s Package.

O BMW Individual Borusan Turkish Blue está disponível pela primeira vez num modelo BMW M2.

A seleção de cores exteriores inclui cinco tonalidades metálicas e três sólidas, além de seis opções da gama BMW Individual. Entre elas, o acabamento especial BMW Individual Borusan Turkish Blue que passa a poder ser aplicado num M2 pela primeira vez, realçando de forma particularmente marcante o design exterior expressivo do BMW M2 com M xDrive.

O BMW M2: um modelo de sucesso, produzido no México.

O BMW M2 Coupé (consumo de combustível combinado: 10,2 – 9,7 l/100 km; emissões de CO₂ combinadas: 230 – 221 g/km segundo o WLTP, classe de CO₂: G) foi o modelo de alta performance mais vendido da BMW M GmbH em 2025. O novo BMW M2 com M xDrive - tal como os restantes modelos M2 - será produzido na fábrica do BMW Group em San Luis Potosí, no México, com produção a iniciar-se em agosto de 2026.

Nas palavras de Alexander Karajlovic, Vice President for Development da BMW M GmbH: “O novo BMW M2 com tração integral M xDrive abre o próximo capítulo na história de um ícone. Inaugura uma nova abordagem ao combinar o caráter forte e intransigente do compacto desportivo de alta performance BMW M2 com a tração e precisão superiores do M xDrive, pela primeira vez. Este modelo profundamente evoluído transmite a potência gerada pelo seu motor de seis cilindros em linha com mais robustez e confiança, acrescentando controlo máximo, estabilidade e aceleração em quaisquer condições ao seu repertório dinâmico. O BMW M2 com M xDrive eleva as suas capacidades de alta performance a um novo patamar e redefine a proeza desportiva no segmento compacto M.”

Para mais informações, por favor contactar:

Corporate Communications

BMW Group Portugal

João Trincheiras, Corporate Communications Director

E-mail: Joao.Trincheiras@bmw.pt

Sobre o BMW Group

O sucesso do BMW Group tem sido, desde sempre, construído numa ótica de longo prazo e assente numa conduta responsável. A Sustentabilidade é um elemento-chave da estratégia corporativa do BMW Group e abrange todos os produtos da cadeia de valores, desde a produção até ao fim de utilização de todos os seus produtos.

www.bmwgroup.com

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/bmw-group/

CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.

Consumo de combustível combinado: 10,4 – 10,3 l/100 km; emissões de CO₂ combinadas: 235 – 233 g/km segundo WLTP, classe de CO₂: G

Contato de imprensa: Joao Trincheiras
Tel: +351-21-487-3080
endereço de e-mail: joao.trincheiras@bmw.pt

ROLLS-ROYCE PRESENTS SPECTRE SERIES II: THE RELENTLESS PURSUIT OF PERFECTION CONTINUES

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:19:13 +0200

Rolls-Royce presents Spectre Series II and Black Badge Spectre Series II: a landmark motor car, further elevated with greater power, extended range and an enhanced Bespoke offering
Re-engineered technology extends range by up to 18% (390 miles/628km WLTP) and reduces charging times by up to 14%
Black Badge Spectre Series II becomes the most powerful Rolls-Royce ever created, delivering 500kW of power through Infinity Mode and up to 1100Nm torque in Spirited Mode
Bespoke possibilities expanded to support increasingly ambitious commissions
Iced Black exterior detailing introduced for Black Badge Spectre Series II
New clock design draws on aviation instruments, housed within a Clock Cabinet vitrine
New Bespoke interior offering: Duality Twill and Placed Perforation now available for Spectre

“Spectre is a landmark motor car for Rolls-Royce – conceived by our engineers, designers and craftspeople, informed by our clients and acclaimed the world over. It amplifies the qualities our clients value most: silence, effortlessness and abundant power, confirming that Rolls-Royce is perfectly suited to electrification. This motor car’s extraordinary reception around the world has also established Spectre as one of the most compelling canvases for Bespoke in our contemporary product portfolio, inspiring clients to pursue ever more individual and ambitious commissions. With Spectre Series II, we extend those possibilities even further. This refinement of a modern masterpiece is made in the spirit of our co-founder, Sir Henry Royce, who said: ‘Small things make perfection, but perfection is no small thing’.”
Chris Brownridge, Chief Executive, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars

“Spectre has consistently been recognised as one of the most elegant automotive forms of the modern era. Clients frequently cite its design as one of the defining reasons for their commission, and it will undoubtedly take its place in future collections of remarkable motor cars. In expanding the palette of materials and crafts introduced for Spectre Series II, we respond directly to our clients’ desire to approach Spectre with even more creative ambition, as they explore its possibilities as a canvas on which to tell their story.”
Domagoj Dukec, Director of Design, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars

Rolls-Royce announces Spectre Series II, introducing a suite of technical and creative enhancements to the marque’s landmark super-coupé.

Since its introduction in 2022, Spectre has become one of the most significant and celebrated Rolls-Royce motor cars of the modern era, widely praised for its timeless design, serene performance and effortless driving character. Spectre Series II builds on this success. Engineering updates unlock up to 18% more range (390 total miles, WLTP), alongside higher torque of 1,015 Nm increased to 1,100 in Spirited Mode and up to 14% reduction in charging times. Newly crafted interior illuminations, an expanded palette of exquisite materials, and striking exterior treatments further elevate Spectre’s interior possibilities. These changes sharpen Spectre’s character while preserving the qualities that have already established it as a future classic.

CONSIDERED REFINEMENT, SILENT POWER

While Spectre's range and performance already exceeded client expectations, engineers at Goodwood have recalibrated the motor car’s drivetrain to deliver even greater immediacy and control for Series II, further strengthening Black Badge Spectre’s standing as the most powerful Rolls-Royce in history. Power output now reaches 442 kW whilst torque rises to 1,015 Nm. In Black Badge Spectre Series II, Infinity Mode unlocks 500 kW of power, while Spirited Mode summons up to 1,100 Nm torque.

Thanks to re-engineered battery cell technology Spectre Series II’s potential driving distance is increased by up to 18% to 390 miles (WLTP) and charging times have been reduced by up to 14%. This reinforces the marque’s commitment to both electric serenity and uncompromised capability.

SPECTRE: A DEFINING CANVAS FOR BESPOKE

Spectre has emerged as one of the most compelling canvases for Bespoke in Rolls-Royce’s contemporary portfolio, with some clients requesting more than 20 individual and personal Bespoke elements in their motor car. Demand for Bespoke commissions on Spectre is surpassed only by Phantom. In addition to the near-limitless opportunities for Bespoke through the marque’s Private Offices, Spectre Series II introduces a new suite of crafted elements, materials and finishes as a response to clients’ increasing desire for highly ambitious and expressive commissions.

EXTERIOR COMPOSURE, REINFORCED

The super-coupé’s celebrated fastback profile, clean surfacing and split headlamp signature are retained for Spectre Series II, underlining the marque’s confidence in this initial, widely acclaimed design. Since launch, Spectre has been widely praised as one of the most elegant automotive forms of the era and now stands alongside Phantom Coupé and other revered Goodwood-era models in the marque’s collector canon. Of the numerous international accolades Spectre has received, its timeless design is consistently celebrated by judging panels, while clients have embraced Spectre as a true modern masterpiece. To accentuate Spectre’s form and surfacing, a new solid exterior finish, named Ethereal Blue, has been developed for Spectre Series II.

SCULPTED WHEEL DESIGN

A new 23-inch forged alloy wheel design introduces a highly faceted multi-spoke treatment that captures and reflects light from every angle. The wheel is forged with exceptionally sharp 2.5 mm radii, allowing the surfaces to retain their crisp diamond-like definition even after polishing. Each wheel is hand-finished for up to six hours to achieve this precise faceting and is available in two finishes: part-polished and fully polished.

INTERIOR EXPRESSION AND MATERIAL INNOVATION

Responding to the exceptional creative ambition of Spectre clients, Spectre Series II significantly expands the interior palette, offering new materials, treatments and crafted details of remarkable depth and variety. Among them is Duality Twill – a contemporary interior rayon fabric made from bamboo, now available within Spectre for the first time. This material was inspired by the extensive bamboo grove in Le Jardin des Méditerranées on the Côte d'Azur, which neighbours Sir Henry Royce’s former winter home, Villa Mimosa.

The twill textile is embroidered with an artistic ‘Duality’ graphic. Based on an abstract interpretation of the two interlinked letter R initials of the marque’s founders, the design reflects a nautical influence, reminiscent of the interweaving rope lines found on sailing yachts – another subtle allusion to the French Riviera.

A Duality Twill interior on Spectre Series II can incorporate up to 2.6 million stitches, 10 miles of thread, requiring up to 25 total hours to construct. The twill textile is available in Lilac, Chocolate, Black and a newly introduced Sage: a cool, verdant green that introduces a soft luminosity to Spectre Series II’s interior suite. Clients can select from more than 50 different colours of thread for the embroidered elements, either contrasting with or complementing the base layer.

Placed Perforation leather is also available for Spectre Series II, where precision-cut patterns are created to reveal unique artworks. For its debut, designers created a pattern inspired by the shifting silhouettes cast by clouds in moonlight. Spanning the shoulder and headrest areas of the front and rear seats, it comprises 78,138 perforations in three different sizes: 0.8 mm, 1.0 mm and 1.2 mm. If the perforations are extended to the illuminated door option, the pattern subtly disperses as it approaches each light source, creating a soft, atmospheric diffusion effect reminiscent of starlight emerging through shifting night skies.

A new distinctive high gloss Brindled Walnut veneer reflects the marque’s deeply considered approach to material craft. The finish is created by combining walnut sourced from non-fruiting trees – which would ordinarily be burned – with residual eucalyptus fibres from fine paper production, forming a richly layered ‘tiger stripe’ pattern. These elements are first compressed and then precisely cut into veneer sheets.

The finish is sealed with a lacquer infused with a fine powder of glass flakes, before a final clearcoat is applied. This layered process creates the impression that the shimmering particles are suspended beneath the surface, adding a sense of depth and movement to the veneer.

The Interior Panel and Clock Gallery now span the entire width of the fascia, joined by a new Illuminated Fascia artwork. Its directional wave pattern is composed of 8,108 individual pixel-like illuminations that appear to flow across the surface, reinforcing Spectre Series II’s strong horizontal character. The design draws inspiration from the shifting mist that settles over the woodlands of the South Downs, which rise beyond the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood.

A new timepiece has also been introduced. Its design takes inspiration from precision aviation instruments, which prioritise absolute legibility. The dial features cast metal hands and a pared-back graphic treatment that reflects the motor car’s contemporary character. As well as housing a new timepiece, the unique inset vitrine showcases an up-lit Spirit of Ecstasy figurine crafted from solid stainless steel.

A BOLD NEW PALETTE FOR BLACK BADGE

For Black Badge Spectre Series II, a suite of new design enhancements further dramatise the marque’s alter ego, amplifying its intense and uncompromising character.

A new Iced Black Exterior Detailing offer has been developed, transforming almost all of the motor car’s brightwork with a matte finish. The treatment is applied to the grille surround, sideframe finishers, bumper inserts, ‘Double R’ Badge of Honour side surround, door handles and the Spirit of Ecstasy. The effect is achieved using a specially developed matte clear coat, creating a refined, satin-like finish. Notably, the vanes of the Pantheon Grille remain polished – a decision taken by Rolls-Royce designers to preserve the motor car’s identity.

A new wheelset has also been developed to create an even more imposing visual character for Black Badge. The open-spoke design places emphasis on the motor car’s powerful braking hardware while a polished outer ring – pushed to the very edge of the wheel – accentuates the diameter of the seven-spoke structure. A subtle sparkle effect is achieved through fine glass flakes embedded within the finish. This bold new design is also available in Iced Matte Black – the first time a Black Badge wheel has been offered in this finish – created using a specialised high-temperature curing process.

SPECTRE AND ITS CLIENTS

At the heart of Spectre’s success is its founding philosophy. It was conceived as a Rolls-Royce first – defined by silence, effortlessness and presence – brought to life through electric power. In doing so, it delivers an experience completely in tune with the marque’s values, confirming Rolls-Royce’s authority in shaping the future of super-luxury motoring.

This approach has clearly resonated with clients. In 2025, Spectre retained its position as the marque's second best-selling model globally.

To inform the development of Spectre Series II, Rolls-Royce specialists mapped how clients live with their Spectre. Typically the second Rolls-Royce in a seven-car garage, Spectre is nonetheless driven extensively. While the average annual mileage of around 4,000 miles (6,500 km) remains consistent with other two-door Rolls-Royce motor cars, such as Wraith, Dawn, and Phantom Coupé, Spectre is increasingly used for personal driving enjoyment, charged almost exclusively at home, and most often driven solo – affirming its identity as a true driver’s Rolls-Royce.

Spectre’s effortless usability has seen many clients embrace it as a daily motor car. One European client has travelled more than 30,000 miles (50,000 km) in the two years since taking delivery – more than three times the average annual mileage typically recorded by a Rolls-Royce.

In the United States, one well-known collector based in Los Angeles has also made Spectre a daily companion. One particular pleasure of their ownership, they have told the marque, is the short journey from their residence at the top of a hill to their garage below – a drive in which the motor car arrives with more range than it started, thanks to regenerative braking.

Spectre’s peerless driving experience is an important expression of this motor car’s success though not the only one. It is equally recognised by clients as a long-term emotional asset and a unique canvas for Bespoke individualisation. For example, Spectre has been reimagined as a tribute to a client-couple’s lifelong relationship, symbolised by a Bespoke Starlight Headliner configured with the constellations as they were on the day they first met; a celebration, through exquisite marquetry, of a cherished family dog, named Bailey; an extension of a client’s home, directly mirroring the hues and textures of their living space; and a continuation of a notable haute joaillerie collection, drawing inspiration from a colour associated with their favourite designer. A client in Korea has taken the act of commissioning further still by creating a gallery space within their residence in which to display their Spectre as a work of art.

These insights reflect the emotional breadth, creative depth and driving pleasure clients now associate with this landmark motor car, all of which shaped the subtle refinements introduced for Spectre Series II.

SPECTRE SERIES II: INTEGRITY, ENHANCED

Spectre’s evolution for Series II is a powerful affirmation of the motor car’s design integrity and engineering permanence. It emerges within a new era of commissioning shaped by deeper collaboration through the marque’s expanding global Private Office network, and a broader creative repertoire than ever before. It respects the instincts of those who recognised Spectre’s significance from the outset and offers new opportunities for expression to those who commission it next.

CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.

Spectre Series II: WLTP: Power consumption: 2.9-3.1 mi/kWh, 21.7-20.2 kWh/100km. Electric range: 362-390 miles, 582-628 km. CO2 emissions: 0 g/km. Pass-By Noise: 65 dB(A).

Black Badge Spectre Series II: WLTP: Power consumption: 2.9-3.1 mi/kWh / 21.8-20.2 kWh/100km. Electric range: 359-390 mi / 578-628 km. CO2 emissions 0 g/km.

Contato de imprensa: Joao Trincheiras
Tel: +351-21-487-3080
endereço de e-mail: joao.trincheiras@bmw.pt

MINI × Paul Smith - Uma viagem icónica através de três décadas de criatividade britânica

Thu, 28 May 2026 17:02:43 +0200

Lisboa. Reconhecido pelo seu estilo “classic with a twist”, o designer construiu uma carreira assente na combinação entre alfaiataria tradicional e detalhes inesperados: com cores vibrantes, riscas icónicas e um humor subtil que se tornou a sua marca registada. Paul Smith é considerado desde os anos 70 uma referência global na moda masculina, projetando o espírito britânico para o mundo e estabelecendo colaborações com marcas que partilham a mesma visão de irreverência e atenção ao detalhe, como a MINI.

Do Clássico ao Elétrico: A Linha do Tempo Criativa de Paul Smith com a MINI

A colaboração entre Paul Smith e a MINI não é de agora - tem raízes profundas e várias edições marcantes ao longo das décadas:

1998 – MINI Paul Smith Classic
Uma das colaborações mais famosas entre as duas marcas: um MINI clássico pintado em azul exclusivo “Paul Smith Blue”, com detalhes em verde‑limão escondidos (como o compartimento da bateria). Tornou‑se um ícone de colecionador.
2019 – MINI Electric Paul Smith “Striped”
Criado para celebrar o design sustentável, este protótipo apresentava riscas multicoloridas e materiais reciclados, refletindo a visão moderna do designer.
2021 – MINI “Striped Edition” e MINI “Recharged”
Paul Smith reinterpretou novamente o MINI clássico, desta vez com um interior minimalista e carroçaria azul mate. Mais tarde, o projeto “Recharged” eletrificou esse mesmo Mini, transformando-o num símbolo de design sustentável.
2024/2026 – MINI Paul Smith Edition (actual)
A colaboração evolui para uma edição oficial de produção, introduzida na nova geração MINI Cooper (3‑portas, 5‑portas e Cabrio).
Para esta edição, Paul Smith recupera novamente o seu ADN: riscas, cores britânicas reinterpretadas e detalhes humorísticos como o desenho “Rabbit”.

O que define esta parceria?

A MINI e Paul Smith partilham três pilares fundamentais:

• Design icónico reinterpretado
• Atenção obsessiva ao detalhe
• Humor e irreverência britânica

Para mais informações, por favor contactar:

Corporate Communications

BMW Group Portugal
João Trincheiras, Corporate Communications Director
E-mail: Joao.Trincheiras@bmw.pt

Sobre o BMW Group
Com as suas quatro marcas BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce e BMW Motorrad, o BMW Group é o líder mundial no fabrico de automóveis e motociclos premium, prestando igualmente serviços financeiros de alta qualidade. A rede de produção do BMW Group inclui mais de 30 unidades de produção em todo o mundo; a empresa tem uma rede global de vendas em mais de 140 países. Em 2025, o BMW Group vendeu mais de 2.46 milhões de veículos de passageiros e mais de 202.500 motociclos em todo o mundo. O lucro antes de impostos no exercício de 2025 foi de 10.2 mil milhões de euros, sobre receitas no valor de 135.4 mil milhões de euros. A 31 de dezembro de 2025, o BMW Group tinha um efetivo de 154.540 colaboradores.
O sucesso do BMW Group tem sido, desde sempre, construído numa ótica de longo prazo e assente numa conduta responsável. A Sustentabilidade é um elemento-chave da estratégia corporativa do BMW Group e abrange todos os produtos da cadeia de valores, desde a produção até ao fim de utilização de todos os seus produtos.

Contato de imprensa: Joao Trincheiras
Tel: +351-21-487-3080
endereço de e-mail: joao.trincheiras@bmw.pt

Colaboração britânica reinterpretada: MINI Paul Smith Edition

Thu, 28 May 2026 16:42:51 +0200

Munique/Lisboa. A MINI e Paul Smith juntam aquilo que define ambas as marcas de forma icónica: atenção meticulosa ao detalhe e a liberdade de reinterpretar o design clássico com toques inesperados. O MINI Paul Smith Edition traduz o estilo característico do designer britânico numa edição distinta para a família MINI Cooper - reconhecível através de pormenores específicos no exterior e no interior do veículo. A edição está agora disponível para o MINI Cooper 3‑portas (elétrico e a combustão), MINI Cooper 5‑portas e MINI Cooper Cabrio.

Detalhes com um toque britânico

Três cores exteriores estão disponíveis para esta edição, incluindo duas exclusivas. Statement Grey reinterpreta de forma contemporânea o tom do MINI Austin Seven de 1959 - um cinzento limpo com uma subtil matiz azul. Inspired White evoca o bege clássico da MINI numa tonalidade moderna. A completar a palete de cores encontra-se o Midnight Black Metallic, uma elegante tonalidade preta incluída na gama atual de cores MINI.

O visual é definido por contrastes marcantes na carroçaria, tejadilho e cores dos assentos, combinados com as riscas características do design de Paul Smith. Os espelhos retrovisores, a moldura da grelha do radiador e as tampas do centro das jantes destacam‑se em todos os modelos na cor Nottingham Green - uma referência à cidade natal do designer britânico. Nos modelos de tejadilho rígido, estão disponíveis duas opções específicas da edição: Nottingham Green ou um tom preto mais discreto com riscas mate e brilhantes em tom‑sobre‑tom.

No interior, a Paul Smith Edition combina a sobriedade britânica com detalhes criativos. O revestimento Vescin/malha em Nightshade Blue combina com superfícies em malha preta com subtis riscas tom‑sobre‑tom. Uma projeção “Hello” ao abrir a porta, a inscrição “Every day is a new beginning” no friso da porta e o elemento têxtil com riscas características no volante desportivo acrescentam toques distintivos. Um desenho à mão de um “Rabbit” no tapete completa o sentido de humor tipicamente britânico.

Principais destaques do MINI Paul Smith Edition

Disponível para o MINI Cooper 3 portas (elétrico e combustão), MINI Cooper 5 portas e MINI Cooper Cabrio
Cores exteriores exclusivas: Statement Grey, Inspired White ou Midnight Black Metallic
Nottingham Green como cor do tejadilho e dos assentos (espelhos, moldura da grelha, tampas do centro das jantes)
Opções de tejadilho: Nottingham Green com risca característica no lado do condutor, ou Jet Black com riscas tom‑sobre‑tom
Detalhes distintivos como a projeção luminosa “Hello”, o gráfico “Rabbit” no tapete e o friso da porta com “Every day is a new beginning”
Três fundos exclusivos Paul Smith no modo Personal para o ecrã central/consola circular

Edição especial em Portugal

A edição especial MINI Paul Smith já se encontra disponível em Portugal, com produção a iniciar no mês de Julho. O PVP anunciado para o mercado português inicia-se nos 38.223,54€ para o MINI Cooper 3 portas, 39.215,70 € no caso do MINI Cooper 5 Portas e 45.201,10 € para o MINI Cooper Cabrio.

Para mais informações, por favor contactar:

Corporate Communications

BMW Group Portugal

João Trincheiras, Corporate Communications Director

E-mail: Joao.Trincheiras@bmw.pt

Sobre o BMW Group

Com as suas quatro marcas BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce e BMW Motorrad, o BMW Group é o líder mundial no fabrico de automóveis e motociclos premium, prestando igualmente serviços financeiros de alta qualidade. A rede de produção do BMW Group inclui mais de 30 unidades de produção em todo o mundo; a empresa tem uma rede global de vendas em mais de 140 países. Em 2025, o BMW Group vendeu mais de 2.46 milhões de veículos de passageiros e mais de 202.500 motociclos em todo o mundo. O lucro antes de impostos no exercício de 2025 foi de 10.2 mil milhões de euros, sobre receitas no valor de 135.4 mil milhões de euros. A 31 de dezembro de 2025, o BMW Group tinha um efetivo de 154.540 colaboradores. O sucesso do BMW Group tem sido, desde sempre, construído numa ótica de longo prazo e assente numa conduta responsável. A Sustentabilidade é um elemento-chave da estratégia corporativa do BMW Group e abrange todos os produtos da cadeia de valores, desde a produção até ao fim de utilização de todos os seus produtos.

www.bmwgroup.com

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/bmw-group/

CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.

MINI Cooper SE: (WLTP combined: energy consumption 14.7–14.6 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions 0 g/km; CO2 class: A)

MINI Cooper E: (WLTP combined: Energy consumption 14.3 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions 0 g/km; CO2 class: A)

MINI Cooper C: (WLTP combined: Energy consumption 6.5 l/100 km; CO2 emissions 146 g/km; CO2 class: E)

MINI Cooper S: (WLTP combined: Energy consumption 6.7 l/100 km; CO2 emissions 150 g/km; CO2 class: E)

MINI Cooper C Convertible: (WLTP combined: Energy consumption 6.8 l/100 km; CO2 emissions 154 g/km; CO2 class: E)

MINI Cooper S Convertible: (WLTP combined: Energy consumption 6.9 l/100 km; CO2 emissions 156 g/km; CO2 class: F)

MINI Cooper C 5‑Door: (WLTP combined: Energy consumption 6.6 l/100 km; CO2 emissions 149 g/km; CO2 class: E)

MINI Cooper S 5‑Door: (WLTP combined: Energy consumption 6.8 l/100 km; CO2 emissions 152 g/km; CO2 class: E)

Contato de imprensa: Joao Trincheiras
Tel: +351-21-487-3080
endereço de e-mail: joao.trincheiras@bmw.pt

BMW model updates, summer 2026.

Thu, 28 May 2026 10:26:30 +0200

Munich. Summer 2026 is set to bring new items of standard and optional equipment as well as innovations in digitalisation and powertrain technology and practical features that will make the current BMW model range even more attractive. The optional new Black Package will lend the top models of the BMW 3 Series, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé and BMW i4 Gran Coupé even more sporting appeal. And the BMW iX3 will in future be available with optional heated rear seats.

Dynamic and black: New Black Package for the M Performance models of the BMW 3 Series, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé and BMW i4 Gran Coupé.

The new Black package makes the M Performance models of the BMW 3 Series, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé and BMW i4 Gran Coupé look even more dynamic. It is only available in conjunction with the M Sport package Pro, which includes M Sport brakes in red.

In the interior, the Black Package adds striking accents with motorsport-inspired carbon fibre details. In addition to the Carbon Fibre M interior trim, the M leather steering wheel with carbon decorative trim further emphasises the car’s superb sporting appeal. On the exterior, the Black Package includes exclusive model badges in black on the rear and sides, as well as black 19" M light alloy wheels. The BMW M340i xDrive Sedan (WLTP combined (EnVKV): fuel consumption 7.5 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions 172 g/km; CO₂ class: F), like the BMW M340i xDrive Touring (WLTP combined (EnVKV): fuel consumption 7.8 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions 176 g/km; CO₂ class: G), comes with 19" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style 995 M Jet Black with mixed tyres. Additional M light alloy wheels and sport tyres are available as options for the Black Package.

The BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé (WLTP combined (EnVKV): fuel consumption 7.9 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions 179 g/km; CO₂ class: G) and the BMW i4 M60 xDrive Gran Coupé (WLTP combined (EnVKV): energy consumption 20.9 kWh/100 km; CO₂ emissions: 0 g/km; electric range: 434 km (WLTP); CO₂ class(es): A) feature an additional black model badge in the BMW kidney grille. For both models, the Black Package comes with 19" M light-alloy wheels Double-spoke style 861 M Jet Black with mixed tyres.

These BMW M light alloy wheels will now also be available as a separate option for all M Performance models of the BMW 4 Series Coupé, BMW 4 Series Convertible and BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé, optionally with sport tyres.

Debuting in the new BMW iX3: German-language version of the AI-based BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
BMW is adding AI features to the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. With completely natural-sounding conversations, the AI-based assistant takes voice interaction between humans and vehicles to a whole new level. The new BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant understands natural language and recognises context. Using Amazon Alexa+ AI technology, it becomes a smart assistant for everyday driving. The German language version was introduced in the new BMW iX3 from mid-April 2026 production onwards. Vehicles of this model series produced prior to this date are due to receive the feature via a software update from the end of May 2026. Further BMW models featuring BMW Operating System 9 and BMW Operating System X will follow from the second half of 2026. At the same time, availability will be extended to other markets.

BMW iX3: New entry-level Neue Klasse model takes driving pleasure to a whole new level.
The BMW iX3 model series will include a second powertrain version from summer 2026. The new BMW iX3 40 (WLTP combined (EnVKV): energy consumption 17.3–14.5 kWh/100 km; CO₂ emissions: 0 g/km; electric range: 534–637 km (WLTP); CO₂ class: A) adds an entry-level model to the series. It features the radically new sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology (Gen6) developed specifically for the Neue Klasse. All components are designed for 800-volt technology. A highly efficient electrically excited synchronous motor (EESM) is integrated into the rear axle. This 235 kW/320 hp electric motor generates 500 Nm of torque and drives the rear wheels. The BMW iX3 40 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and has a top speed of 200 km/h. Its high-voltage battery has a usable energy capacity of 82.6 kWh and can be recharged at up to 300 kW. Its maximum range is 637 km on the WLTP cycle. Thanks to state-of-the-art electronics and software architecture, the Neue Klasse technology in the new BMW iX3 40 delivers an unprecedented level of driving pleasure.

New exterior colours and equipment options for the BMW iX3.
From summer 2026, a total of nine particularly attractive BMW Individual special paint finishes will become available for all BMW iX3 engine variants. In addition to Orinoco pearl effect, Sepang Bronze Metallic, Twilight Purple pearl effect, Grigio Telesto pearl effect metallic, Java Green II metallic, Purple Silk metallic and Malachite Green metallic, the range also includes Voodoo Blue and Urban Green solid. New options also include 21" M Aerodynamic wheels 1051 M Jet Black, as well as the Contemporary Agave bicolour interior design. Heated rear seats are another new option, available in conjunction with the optional Innovation package.

Debut for a patented innovation: BMW M Ignite technology introduced for all BMW M six-cylinder engines.
All BMW M six-cylinder in-line engines will feature the innovative BMW M Ignite technology from summer 2026. This highly efficient new technology consists of a pre-chamber ignition system for petrol engines patented by BMW. Derived from motorsport, it enables a significant reduction in fuel consumption under high loads. In addition, BMW M Ignite technology plays a key role in meeting the stringent requirements of the Euro 7 standard. All variants of the BMW M3 and BMW M4 will come with this new technology from July 2026, with the M2 to follow from August 2026. All models’ displacement and power outputs will remain unchanged from those of the corresponding outgoing engines.

Quick help when you need it most: Tyre repair kit Plus.
The BMW 2 Series Coupé, the BMW 4 Series Coupé and the BMW 4 Series Convertible will come with the tyre repair kit Plus (Seal & Drive Tire Kit) as standard from summer 2026. It makes for particularly quick and reliable help.

A sporty look for car keys.
All BMW X3 models with the M Sport package or M Sport package Plus will in future feature car keys with BMW M stripes.

BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant: Create and use routines.
From July 2026, BMW Operating System X will offer new options for creating routines. The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant analyses daily usage patterns to suggest routines, thereby simplifying recurring tasks in everyday driving. Users can also create their own custom routines by specifying the conditions under which they are to be executed and which actions are to be performed automatically.

New BMW model for summer 2026

BMW iX3

Max. output (kW/hp)

Energy consumption

WLTP combined

(EnVKV) (kWh/100 km)

CO₂ emissions

WLTP combined

(EnVKV) (g/km)

BMW iX3 40

235/320

17.3–14.5

All descriptions of model variants, equipment, technical data, consumption and emission values are for vehicles as offered on the German market.

CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.

BMW M340i xDrive Sedan (WLTP combined (EnVKV): fuel consumption 7.5 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions 172 g/km; CO₂ class: F)

BMW M340i xDrive Touring (WLTP combined (EnVKV): fuel consumption 7.8 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions 176 g/km; CO₂ class: G)

BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé (WLTP combined (EnVKV): fuel consumption 7.9 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions 179 g/km; CO₂ class: G)

BMW i4 M60 xDrive Gran Coupé (WLTP combined (EnVKV): energy consumption 20.9 kWh/100 km; CO₂ emissions: 0 g/km; electric range: 434 km (WLTP); CO₂ class(es): A)

BMW iX3 40 (WLTP combined (EnVKV): energy consumption 17.3–14.5 kWh/100 km; CO₂ emissions: 0 g/km; electric range: 534–637 km (WLTP); CO₂ class: A)

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BMW Group Portugal ultrapassa as 10.000 soluções de carregamento instaladas em parceria com o parceiro CME

Wed, 27 May 2026 16:07:46 +0200

Lisboa. O BMW Group Portugal assinala um novo marco na sua estratégia de eletrificação ao ultrapassar as 10.000 soluções de carregamento BMW e MINI instaladas no país, em parceria com a CME. Este resultado reflete a aceleração da mobilidade elétrica em Portugal e evidencia a relevância de uma oferta integrada, simples e fiável, capaz de acompanhar o cliente ao longo de toda a experiência de utilização de um veículo eletrificado.

Com uma abordagem end-to-end, o BMW Group Portugal tem vindo a consolidar uma oferta de carregamento que integra aconselhamento, pré-verificação técnica, proposta de instalação, fornecimento do equipamento e suporte operacional. Em parceria com a CME, este modelo tem permitido alargar a cobertura a todo o território nacional e responder de forma eficaz às necessidades de clientes particulares e empresariais - quer em ambiente doméstico - quer em soluções de carregamento para escritórios e frotas.

Este marco reforça igualmente a aposta das marcas BMW e MINI em soluções de carregamento próprias, concebidas para tornar a experiência de mobilidade mais conveniente, conectada e ajustada aos diferentes perfis de utilização. O portefólio disponibilizado em Portugal contempla opções adequadas a distintas necessidades de potência e tipologias de instalação.

A dinâmica operacional observada ao longo dos últimos anos evidencia uma procura crescente pelas soluções BMW Home & Office Charging, sustentada por campanhas dedicadas, por uma oferta integrada de wallbox e instalação e por uma capacidade de execução consistente no terreno. A abrangência geográfica das instalações, incluindo Portugal continental, Madeira e Açores, demonstra a maturidade da operação e a relevância de uma rede preparada para apoiar a transição para a mobilidade elétrica em diferentes realidades de utilização.

Nas palavras de José Mendes da Silva - Responsável pela área de Innovation & Sustainability do BMW Group Portugal: "Ultrapassar as 10.000 soluções instaladas a nível nacional representa um marco muito relevante para o BMW Group Portugal e um sinal claro da evolução do mercado. Mais do que disponibilizar automóveis eletrificados, queremos assegurar aos nossos clientes uma experiência de carregamento simples, fiável e integrada, seja em casa, no local de trabalho ou em contexto empresarial."

BMW e MINI consolidam a sua estratégia de eletrificação em Portugal

Ao reforçar o investimento em soluções de carregamento, o BMW Group Portugal continua a desenvolver as condições necessárias para acelerar a adoção da mobilidade elétrica, apoiando clientes, concessionários e empresas com uma proposta de valor completa. Mais ainda, numa altura em que a rede de carregamento pública nacional conta com cerca de 16.500 tomadas de carregamento ativas, este marco alcançado em conjunto com a CME confirma a dimensão do contributo do BMW Group Portugal para o desenvolvimento da infraestrutura elétrica no mercado nacional, bem como a ambição de liderar a transformação da mobilidade premium em Portugal.

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João Trincheiras, Corporate Communications Director

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Sobre o BMW Group

Em 2025, o BMW Group vendeu mais de 2.46 milhões de veículos de passageiros e mais de 202.500 motociclos em todo o mundo. O lucro antes de impostos no exercício de 2025 foi de 10.2 mil milhões de euros, sobre receitas no valor de 135.4 mil milhões de euros. A 31 de dezembro de 2025, o BMW Group tinha um efetivo de 154.540 colaboradores.

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BMW Group and LEGO Group celebrate the BMW M3 E30 – a legend born on the racetrack. Co-created for generations of fans.

Mon, 25 May 2026 12:01:38 +0200

Munich. To mark the 40th anniversary of the BMW M3 E30, the LEGO Group and the BMW Group have come together to extend their collaboration with a special project. For the first time in their history, the two companies have teamed up to co‑create a unique LEGO^® Speed Champions BMW M3 E30 kit with a livery jointly designed by BMW Group and LEGO Group design teams.

This collaboration elevates the two companies’ successful partnership to a new level. The distinctive livery pays tribute to the car’s legendary heritage and draws inspiration from the BMW M Motorsport division. Besides the visually captivating forms and colours of the livery, it is unique in that it is applied not only to the scaled-down replica LEGO^® Speed Champions BMW M3 E30 version, but also to the actual BMW M3 E30. Accordingly, the launch of the small-scale version will be accompanied by an authentic showcar.

The LEGO^® Speed Champions BMW M3 is characterised by special attention to detail in its design, faithful to the original vehicle. Among the recreated design features are the BMW kidney grille, the rear spoiler and the front end with its four round headlights, characteristic of the first-generation BMW M3. The set contains 358 pieces and is 17 centimetres long and 7 centimetres wide. Builders will be able to enjoy endless racing fun, with functional wheels and a realistic driver minifigure wearing a BMW M T-shirt.

For added excitement, fans around the globe will soon be able to match their outfits with their beloved minifigure. A scaled-up version of the minifigure T-shirt will be available from 1 August 2026 onwards from BMW dealers and on lifestyle.bmw.com. Made from organic cotton, it features a high-quality print on the front and back.

Driven by the goal of reproducing iconic racing cars with LEGO bricks, the LEGO^® Speed Champions line has been delighting car enthusiasts and collectors of all ages. The iconic BMW M3 E30 sits perfectly within this tradition, allowing generations of fans to experience BMW Group culture and engineering excellence. This latest edition is sure to ignite racing passion as builders assemble the legendary touring car featuring a one-of-a-kind livery.

The LEGO^® Speed Champions BMW M3 E30 is now available for pre-order at LEGO.com and will be released in LEGO stores and at BMW dealers on 1 August 2026, €27.99 RRP. Available through BMW dealers in the EU/UK, as well as from lifestyle.bmw.com, LEGO shops, and LEGO.com worldwide.

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the BMW M3 E30, the product launch on 1 August 2026 will be highlighted by a public presentation in Berlin. At the event, fans will be able to experience the BMW M3 E30 showcar with the co-created livery among many other highlights – marking another exciting milestone in this collaboration with the LEGO Group.

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VISION BMW ALPINA: SPEED, REFINED

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:46:28 +0200

Munich/Cernobbio. Revealed at the 2026 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, the Vision BMW ALPINA is a design study that heralds a new chapter for a brand defined by extreme capability, sophistication, and the mastery of both performance and comfort.

“Alpina has always represented a very specific idea of performance and re finement—where speed and comfort are complementary ambitions. Our role as the new custodians of this brand is to preserve this distinctiveness and shape it for a contemporary context,” says Adrian van Hooydonk, head of BMW Group Design. “Vision BMW ALPINA shows how these qualities can be expressed with discipline and modernity, suggesting what our direction is for this brand as we move it into the future.”

DESIGN AND FORM: THE SHAPE OF SPEED
The Vision BMW ALPINA is a respectful interpretation of the brand’s heritage, shaped by the most contemporary creative instincts. At 5,200 mm in length, its presence is substantial: wide, low, and confident. The coupé roofline is long and raked, its form immediately signals both speed and the ability to ac commodate four adults in genuine comfort. A V8 powertrain drives the experi ence, tuned to produce the characteristic notes of the Alpina exhaust: rich and deep at low speed, sonorous at high revs.

“In Vision BMW ALPINA, we distil every element of the brand to its essence and apply it in a deeply modern and sophisticated way,” says Maximilian Mis soni, head of BMW Design Midsize & Luxury Cars and BMW ALPINA. “Every detail reflects substance: in engineering, in materials, and in the story it tells. The statements it makes are subtle and revealed only on a closer read. This interplay between purity and richness defines our approach to BMW ALPINA design.”

The front end is defined by powerful volumes and a forward-leaning stance that promises speed without overstatement. The shark nose reinterprets BMW’s kidney grille as a three-dimensional sculpture that leads the car’s form and frames the brand emblem with quiet confidence.

From this shark nose, the exterior is organized around a single visual axis: the speed feature line. Rising from the lower front corners at a six-degree inclina tion, it runs along the side of the body and wraps around the rear—assertive enough to suggest motion, controlled enough to remain refined.

HALLMARKS AND PRINCIPLES: “SECOND READ” SOPHISTICATION
Subtle secondary details reward attention without demanding it. This “Sec ond Read” principle runs throughout the Vision BMW ALPINA.

Deco-lines have been part of Alpina’s language since 1974. For the Vision BMW ALPINA, the modernized deco-lines are distilled and painted on the side of the body beneath the clear coat—a quiet gesture that reflects how the brand’s defining details can be adapted to what comes next.

Inward-facing return surfaces are treated with particular care, finished in a dark metallic tone that rewards a closer read. This approach is inspired by the BMW 507, which uses chrome only on the inside of its kidney grilles.

The shark nose captures the same “Second Read” sophistication: the inner surfaces feature a finely scaled signature Deco-line graphic, while a con cealed, softly backlit perimeter reveals it only when active.

A warm white tone characterizes the daytime running lights and traces the kidney surrounds, inspired by the first light over the Bavarian Alps. Clear-cut illuminated crystals add a precise highlight within the slender lamps.

The elliptical four-pipe exhaust remains, as does the “ALPINA” lettering—re interpreted as a machined, polished metal element on the lower front apron. The 22-inch front and 23-inch rear wheels feature the 20-spokes design that has been a constant at Alpina since 1971.

INTERIOR AND DETAILS: ARCHITECTURAL CLARITY
The cabin is generous in every sense: space, material quality, and the care with which technology has been integrated. Architectural volumes define the layout, with each element designed as a standalone form, not absorbed into a homogeneous interior.

The six-degree speed feature line continues through the interior, dividing the darker upper segment and the lighter lower segment. Full-grain leather— sourced from producers across the Alpine region—pairs with stitching inspired by the Deco-lines.

Craft details are restrained but well considered: a bridge stitch inspired by his toric steering wheel hand-stitching appears sparingly in heritage blue and green colors, while a watchmaking-inspired beveling technique was used for the metal components, combining satin and polished finishes. Clear-cut crys tal is reserved for the controls that shape how the automobile drives, under lining the value BMW ALPINA places on the driving experience itself.

Behind the rear console, a glass water bottle sits beside BMW ALPINA crystal glasses that rise on a self-deploying mechanism. Each glass is engraved with 20 deco-lines and features a six-degree rim profile, held by concealed mag nets and softly lit against the open-grain center console.

A COMFORTABLE DRIVER IS A FASTER DRIVER
Burkard Bovensiepen understood something much of the automotive world has forgotten: a comfortable driver is a faster driver. That belief remains cen tral to the Vision BMW ALPINA. Alpina offers Comfort+, a setting beyond the standard BMW comfort calibration that delivers a more supple, refined char acter, and it is retained here.

BMW Panoramic iDrive, including the new passenger screen, spans the dash board with a digital user interface language crafted specifically for BMW AL PINA. Heritage blue and green are introduced with discipline, intensifying as the driver moves from Comfort+ to Speed mode within the BMW Panoramic Vision head-up display. The background imagery is equally considered. The Alpine landscape depicted is an exact rendering of the mountain range visible when looking south from Buchloe.

ROOTED IN THE BRAND’S ORIGINS
The Alpina story began in 1965 in Buchloe, Germany, a small Bavarian town in the shadow of the Alps. Burkard Bovensiepen—destined for a career in typewriter manufacturing—chose instead high-performance tuning, founding Alpina and then refining BMW road and racing cars. From the outset, his phi losophy was clear: speed and comfort were complementary, not competing ambitions.

In endurance racing, while rivals stripped weight, Burkard added extra pad ding to the driver’s seat: he understood that a more comfortable driver is a faster driver. That insight carried over to the road cars that followed, cele brated for composure and sophistication at high speed over long distances.

ALPINA B7 COUPÉ: A POINT OF MATURITY
The Alpina B7 coupé of the late 1970s marked a turning point: Alpina’s phi losophy was applied to a luxury car, and every model that followed was rec ognized as luxurious. Based on the BMW E24 6 Series, its long bonnet, wide stance, and shark nose looked fast even at rest, while the cabin could com fortably carry four people across a continent. The Vision BMW ALPINA is the next chapter of that story.

BMW ALPINA—AN EXCLUSIVE BRAND WITHIN THE BMW GROUP
BMW ALPINA became an exclusive brand within the BMW Group in 2026, bringing proven stewardship and a clear responsibility: to understand what Alpina means to those who cherish it and to honor that in what follows.

"BMW ALPINA fills a gap in our portfolio between BMW and Rolls-Royce as we see even more potential in the high-end segment. With Alpina we have a strong legacy and a global community, which we want to build on, while pre serving the essence of what the brand stands for—speed, comfort and sophis tication,“ says Oliver Viellechner, head of BMW ALPINA.

Next year, customers will be able to experience the first model of the BMW ALPINA brand—inspired by the BMW 7 Series, but unmistakably BMW ALPINA.

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BMW Motorrad presents the „BMW Motorrad Vision K18“ at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este.

Fri, 15 May 2026 19:00:00 +0200

Munich/Cernobbio. BMW Motorrad presents the Vision K18, a vision bike that offers a confident outlook on a new expression of performance, luxury and dynamism. The Vision bike will be unveiled to the public for the first time in the exclusive setting of the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este on Lake Como.

Conceived as a one-off vision bike, the BMW Motorrad Vision K18 stands for uncompromising passion, confident long-distance performance and outstanding visual presence. Long-distance travel is reimagined as a sensual experience: emotion is central, performance is the key – and is staged with all the senses. The Vision K18 embodies BMW Motorrad’s ambition to combine technical excellence with emotional appeal, making performance not only measurable but also visibly tangible. At the same time, it positions the inline six-cylinder as part of BMW DNA and sends a clear signal of pioneering spirit: greater radicality and sharper character down to the finest detail – as inspiration for future series-production solutions.

At the heart of the concept is a traditional 1,800 cm³ inline six-cylinder engine which, as both a design and technical centerpiece, shapes the entire appearance – and at the same time was the starting point for the vision. As an iconic BMW power unit that has stood for authority, smooth running and character for decades, it provided the impetus to rethink the vehicle from the ground up and to celebrate the drivetrain as a visible feature: technology is deliberately revealed, proportions subordinate themselves to the engine, and performance becomes directly tangible as a piece of engineering. The strikingly elongated silhouette follows this logic, and its flyline takes cues from high-speed aircraft such as the Concorde – for an appearance that conveys dynamism even at a standstill.

BMW Motorrad’s current six-cylinder models are positioned in the touring segment – built for confidence and comfort on long journeys. Accordingly, the design follows a sculptural, elongated formal language inspired by long-haul aviation: expansive base bodies – as seen on iconic high-speed aircraft – form a clear, calm foundation from which technically necessary components deliberately “break out” in contrast. Large body surfaces meet complex, openly displayed technology with graphically precise cut-outs and openings. Distinct inline-six references reinforce this principle: six intakes, six tailpipes and six LED headlights cite the exceptional engine architecture in a visual way. Hand-formed body parts as well as a hydraulically lowerable suspension underscore the exclusive, visionary character.

The aspiration for quality and emotion results from the interplay of craftsmanship and high-tech: parts of the aluminum bodywork are painstakingly formed by hand (“planished”), including a seamless side panel more than two meters long that appears as if cast from a single piece. Contrasting materials such as aluminum and forged carbon, along with special surfaces and processes – for example, structures created by flame spraying – set deliberate accents; the resulting bright, metallic look is intended as a reminiscence of classic Formula 1 exhaust headers. Visible technical highlights such as the striking intake, the hydraulically lowerable suspension and an actively cooled headlight make the engineering character of the vision immediately tangible. For the team, one of the key challenges was the precise coordination between highly complex technical components and elements crafted with masterful workmanship.

A central element of the MW Motorrad Vision K18 is the visual guiding idea “The Heat of Speed”. A deliberately employed heat-haze effect makes the power of the inline six-cylinder visible and translates performance into an emotionally tangible image. The chosen stage is intentionally a runway setting, reflecting both the aviation inspiration as well as the theme of confident high speed and long-distance capability.

With the Vision K18, BMW Motorrad delivers a powerful emotional statement. It is an expression of attitude, design expertise and a passion for extraordinary engine concepts – Full Force Forward. This guiding motif translates forward momentum into proportion and line: a downward overall gesture like an aircraft taking off, an arrow-shaped silhouette, and a presence reminiscent of a sprinter in the starting blocks. Radically executed proportions make the ambition visible in every detail: swapping the positions of the airbox and the tank enables a maximally flat rear line. In contrast, there is a very wide tail section that, framed in carbon, accommodates six tailpipes. The front also reflects power with its staged intake – air is routed through six tubes to the central air filter.

Markus Flasch, CEO BMW Motorrad: “With the BMW Motorrad Vision K18, we show how we interpret performance, luxury and emotion in a new, very confident way. For us, the inline six-cylinder is far more than an engine – it is a statement. The Vision K18 translates this power into a sculptural form that makes dynamism and speed tangible even at a standstill. This bike stands for our passion to redefine the boundaries of design and performance repeatedly.”

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106th Annual General Meeting: Oliver Zipse hands over Chairmanship of the Board of Management of BMW AG to Milan Nedeljković

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:44:00 +0200

Munich. Continuity and experience at the helm of the Group: At the end of today, Oliver Zipse will hand over the position of Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG to Dr.-Ing. Milan Nedeljković. Zipse is concluding his tenure on the Board of Management as planned after a total of 35 years with the company.

The entire Supervisory Board of the company expresses its sincere gratitude to Oliver Zipse for his outstanding contributions to the BMW Group. During his tenure, he strategically realigned the company and successfully guided the BMW Group through global crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Through his strategic leadership and long-standing commitment, Oliver Zipse has shaped the development of the BMW Group. His name will be closely associated with the NEUE KLASSE, as BMW’s central future-oriented project,” says Supervisory Board Chairman Dr. Nicolas Peter. “Oliver Zipse has always taken a clear stance, even in the face of external resistance, thereby keeping the company strategically on course during volatile times.”

“For more than 35 years, the BMW Group has been my professional home. I am leaving with a deep sense of gratitude: for the trust that was placed in me, for the professional challenges that have taken me to various areas in the company; and above all, for an exceptional team that is shaping the mobility of the future with passion and a pioneering spirit. It has been a great honour for me to lead the BMW Group as Chairman of the Board of Management for seven years”, says Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG.

His successor, Milan Nedeljković, has been a member of the Board of Management of BMW AG since 2019 and has been responsible for Production. The 57-year-old began his professional career with the company in 1993 as a trainee and has extensive international experience. Nedeljković held various management positions, including at the Oxford, Leipzig and Munich plants, as well as Head of Corporate Quality. His contract as Chairman of the Board of Management runs through 2031.

Dr. Nicolas Peter: “Milan Nedeljković impresses with entrepreneurial thinking and a consistent goal-oriented approach, as well as a clear focus and stringent execution of complex issues. He places great importance on the responsible use of resources, whether economic or ecological.”

Milan Nedeljković says: “With the NEUE KLASSE, we are bringing a generation of vehicles to the road that sets technological and emotional benchmarks. Our product momentum is outstanding. Together with our global footprint, this gives us a tailwind. In a dynamic environment, consistent and entrepreneurial action is required. Profitability and speed are crucial. I look forward to leading this extraordinary company into the future.”

Dr. Raymond Wittmann (47) will succeed him as Board Member for Production effective 14 May. He has been with the BMW Group since 2015 and has been responsible for Corporate Strategy and Development since 2024. Prior to this, he held several management positions in various corporate divisions.

“Raymond Wittmann combines strategic thinking with operational excellence and sound business management,” says Dr. Nicolas Peter. “With his broad, cross-divisional experience and international perspective, he possesses the key qualities required to lead the Production division.”

As part of today’s Annual General Meeting, the Supervisory Board will propose that Dr. Christian Bruch, Chairman of the Executive Board of Siemens Energy AG, be re-elected to the Supervisory Board for a term of four years. The term of office of Mr Heinrich Hiesinger, former Chairman of the Executive Board of ThyssenKrupp AG, will end with the close of today’s Annual General Meeting.

Following the 106th Annual General Meeting of BMW AG, a separate meeting of the preferred shareholders will be held today. It is to decide on the approval of converting all preferred shares into ordinary shares.

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The BMW Group

With its four brands, BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad, the BMW Group is the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides premium financial services. The BMW Group production network comprises over 30 production sites worldwide; the company has a global sales network in more than 140 countries.

In 2025, the BMW Group sold 2.46 million passenger vehicles and more than 202,500 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in the financial year 2025 was € 10.2 billion on revenues amounting to € 133,5 billion. As of 31 December 2025, the BMW Group had a workforce of 154,540 employees.

The economic success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term thinking and responsible action. Sustainability is a key element of the BMW Group’s corporate strategy and covers all products – from the supply chain through production to the end of their useful life.

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BMW Group debate o futuro do setor dos transportes no Portugal Smart Cities Summit

Tue, 12 May 2026 20:40:05 +0200

Indústria Automóvel Europeia em Transformação: Desafios e Oportunidades

O setor dos transportes enfrenta hoje uma crescente pressão política e económica. As metas para a descarbonização são cada vez mais ambiciosas, ainda que os custos da energia, veículos e infraestruturas continuem a subir, agravados por tensões geopolíticas que acrescentam incerteza. Nesse contexto, a indústria automóvel europeia debate como encontrar um caminho sustentável e equilibrado para todos, que garanta a competitividade do setor, sem comprometer a sua capacidade de crescimento e inovação. Embora a eletrificação seja muitas vezes vista como a solução dominante, cresce a consciência de que uma transição eficaz exigirá uma abordagem diversificada, integrando diferentes tecnologias e ritmos de adaptação para conciliar metas climáticas com competitividade industrial.

Nesse sentido, e durante o arranque do debate, foi salientado que a descarbonização exige um esforço conjunto, que deve priorizar o desenvolvimento das capacidades industriais europeias, evitando o regime outsourcing das cadeias de fornecimento que enfraqueceria a indústria local. A transição deve ser assim feita de forma ponderada, reconhecendo que não é possível avançar demasiado depressa sem comprometer a resiliência económica. Portugal foi apresentado como um exemplo a seguir, destacando-se como um dos mercados de veículos elétricos com maior crescimento na Europa, resultado do forte investimento em infraestruturas de carregamento público e apoios fiscais significativos - incentivos estes que ainda não se verificam em toda a Europa.

Diversificação tecnológica e transição gradual

Apesar do progresso tecnológico ser considerado adequado, especialmente no que diz respeito à eletrificação, existem desafios significativos em termos de infraestrutura e adaptação dos consumidores, o que reforça a necessidade de uma abordagem regulatória mais flexível e abrangente. A rápida eletrificação enfrenta limitações práticas, como a disponibilidade e acessibilidade das infraestruturas de carregamento e a variedade de necessidades dos consumidores em diferentes regiões.

Apostar exclusivamente na eletrificação até 2035 poderá ser, segundo Thomas Becker – Senior Vice President Governmental Affairs do BMW Group, demasiado restritivo:

“Não devemos colocar todos os ovos na mesma cesta”. A indústria precisa de manter uma abordagem aberta, que inclua uma diversidade de soluções tecnológicas para responder às diferentes realidades dos países europeus. Essa flexibilidade é essencial para garantir uma transição eficaz, que concilie metas ambientais com a competitividade industrial e a aceitação social.

Na perspectiva de Becker, a regulamentação deve permitir que diferentes tecnologias coexistam e evoluam, adaptando-se às necessidades específicas de cada mercado, promovendo não só a eletrificação, mas também soluções híbridas e outras tecnologias emergentes, garantindo assim uma transição sustentável e inclusiva para o setor automóvel.

A visão do mercado português

Em Portugal, onde a idade média do parque automóvel ronda os 14,5 anos, a modernização e a adoção de soluções híbridas plug-in são essenciais para cumprir as metas de redução de emissões e evitar pesadas multas aos fabricantes automóveis. Para tal, incentivos mais robustos são necessários para acelerar esta transição, garantindo que todas as soluções coexistam e contribuam para os objetivos climáticos. Durante a conversa foi também mencionado o crescente aparecimento de marcas chinesas no mercado, prevendo-se que nos próximos anos a quota de mercado asiática aumente consideravelmente em território europeu - um desafio acrescido a uma indústria que luta para manter a sua competitividade e sustentabilidade:

“O parque automóvel português é envelhecido, com uma média de idade entre os 13 e os 14 anos de idade. Os incentivos atuais ainda não são suficientes para renovar eficazmente este parque, não permitindo a qualquer cidadão ter acesso a veículos elétricos ou eletrificados. Ainda assim, temos assistido a uma crescente penetração das marcas chinesas no mercado europeu. Estas marcas, muitas vezes com preços competitivos e alinhadas com as novas legislações, estão a ganhar quota de mercado a um ritmo acelerado, representando já cerca de 7% do mercado na UE. Para garantir a sustentabilidade e competitividade da indústria nacional e europeia, é fundamental implementar mecanismos que reforcem a posição dos fabricantes locais, promovendo diretamente a renovação do parque automóvel, bem como o investimento na circularidade de materiais e baterias in-situ.” - Hélder Barata Pedro, Secretário-Geral da ACAP

O papel da digitalização e da indústria portuguesa

O debate destacou ainda a importância da digitalização como ferramenta fundamental para aproximar as ambições de sustentabilidade da realidade prática. A monitorização em tempo real da saúde das baterias e a análise do comportamento dos utilizadores permitem otimizar o desempenho e reduzir emissões, um aspecto ainda pouco explorado na regulamentação atual da União Europeia.

“A digitalização é a ponte entre as ambições de sustentabilidade e a implementação no mundo real. Os dados transformam ideologias em integração prática, permitindo monitorizar e otimizar o desempenho dos veículos. É fundamental que a regulamentação acompanhe essa complexidade para que possamos manter os empregos e o valor acrescentado na Europa.” afirmou Christine Marconcin Legl, Chief Operating Officer da Critical TechWorks

Já a indústria portuguesa, que produz cerca de 300 mil carros por ano, tem um papel importante na cadeia europeia de fornecimento automóvel. Contudo, os fornecedores nacionais estão preocupados com o futuro e a necessidade de uma visão global e resiliente que contemple a reutilização e reciclagem de materiais e baterias. A abertura a novos mercados, como a Índia ou o recente acordo Mercosul, são vistos como essenciais para garantir a competitividade da indústria europeia num cenário global.

“Em Portugal, estamos preocupados com o futuro da indústria automóvel, especialmente no que diz respeito à sustentabilidade e à competitividade. É fundamental que as políticas europeias considerem a realidade dos mercados e promovam incentivos que ajudem a renovar o parque automóvel, garantindo que ninguém fique para trás nesta transição.” Gonçalo Lage, Deputado do PSD e Coordenador do grupo da Comissão de Infraestruturas, Mobilidade e Habitação

Impacto social e o futuro da mobilidade

Quanto ao impacto social, foi sublinhado que milhares de postos de trabalho foram eliminados nos últimos anos e que as políticas públicas ainda não têm conseguido compensar estas perdas. A transição deve ser gerida de forma a garantir que trabalhadores e empresas não sejam deixados para trás, promovendo o desenvolvimento tecnológico e económico sem mudanças indesejadas.

No que respeita às tecnologias emergentes, a diversidade de opções no mercado é apontada como o caminho correto. A introdução de veículos a hidrogénio dentro do BMW Group, por exemplo, está prevista para 2028 com o BMW iX5 a liderar esta inovação. Entre o painel de oradores, foi geral o sentimento de que o Hidrogénio é uma forte aposta para o futuro da mobilidade, especialmente na vertente de veículos pesados e de longo curso, por se tratar de uma solução eficiente e de rápido abastecimento. Contudo, o desenvolvimento das infraestruturas inerentes será fundamental para o sucesso destas soluções.

Perspetivas e Sustentabilidade no Setor Automóvel: Um Diálogo Essencial

Ao longo de 1h30, e entre um painel de oradores interessado em abordar as temáticas de uma forma abrangente e com exemplos concretos, a talk tornou-se essencial para compreender os caminhos possíveis para o futuro do setor automóvel na Europa e em Portugal. Esta iniciativa reforçou igualmente o compromisso do BMW Group em participar ativamente na discussão sobre o futuro sustentável da mobilidade, promovendo um diálogo aberto entre indústria, política e sociedade por forma a construir soluções equilibradas e viáveis.

“Portugal é um mercado em rápida evolução, com a combinação certa de condições — indústria e consumidor. Precisamos de mais desta lógica em toda a Europa. Se assim for, estamos confiantes de que o nosso futuro será brilhante. O sucesso não será moldado por escolhas rígidas ou soluções isoladas, mas sim pela capacidade de combinar ambição climática, diversidade tecnológica e resiliência económica de forma equilibrada e realista.” - Thomas Becker, Senior Vice President Governmental Affairs, BMW AG

¹ Organizado pela Fundação AIP, o Portugal Smart Cities Summit é o maior marketplace nacional dedicado ao debate e apresentação de soluções pensadas para inovação urbana, sustentabilidade e tecnologia.

Durante três dias, centenas de empresas, startups, municípios, administração pública, universidades, centros de investigação, redes colaborativas e especialistas convidados reúnem-se na FIL, num ambiente que integra quatro áreas temáticas - Living (qualidade de vida e bem-estar territorial), Move (mobilidade e logística inteligentes), Eco (sustentabilidade e ambiente) e Connect (tecnologia e inteligência urbana e territorial) - e três palcos de conferências.

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BMW M Ignite technology: Innovative new technology for all six-cylinder in-line engines from BMW M.

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:55:07 +0200

Munich. With BMW M Ignite technology, a new engine technology patented by BMW in 2024 is set to enter series production. This new kind of pre-chamber ignition system for petrol engines will debut in the six-cylinder in-line units for the BMW M2, BMW M3 and BMW M4 from mid-2026. One of its standout benefits is a significant reduction in fuel consumption under high loads – during track use, in particular. This new engine innovation has its roots in motor sport, making it another example of the transfer of technology from the race track to the road. And it also plays a major role in meeting the stringent requirements of the Euro 7 standard.

The centrepiece of BMW M Ignite technology is the pre-chamber positioned within the cylinder head. It is connected with the cylinder’s main combustion chamber by overflow openings. The pre-chamber has its own spark plug and ignition coil, meaning the engine has two ignition systems.

At low and medium revs, the conventional spark plug in the main combustion chamber fires before the spark plug in the pre-chamber. But when the engine is operating under higher revs and loads, the pre-chamber ignition takes over the lead role, with part of the fuel-air mixture channelled through the openings into the pre-chamber also ignited there. The flames generated as a result exit the pre-chamber at around the speed of sound.

These ignition jets then ignite the mixture in the main combustion chamber above the piston at multiple points at the same time. The result is a significantly higher combustion speed. Meanwhile, the possible cause of uncontrolled combustion – i.e. “knocking” – is also countered effectively. An additional effect of this technology is a drop in the temperature of the exhaust gas.

Other new technical features alongside the pre-chamber ignition include a higher compression ratio and turbochargers with variable turbine geometry.

BMW M Ignite technology boosts the efficiency of the six-cylinder in-line engines dramatically, especially when the engine is being pushed to its limits. Under high loads, fuel consumption drops substantially. This is particularly beneficial for BMW M customers who drive their cars on race circuits – e.g. during track days: the fuel consumption reduction enabled by BMW M Ignite technology means they can keep lapping for longer on the same amount of fuel.

As well as these efficiency gains, BMW M Ignite technology also helps to meet the new European Euro 7 standard, which will come into force in November 2026. In this way, BMW M is ensuring the high-performance cars fitted with this technology will continue to meet European registration requirements in the future. The new engines therefore represent another instance of technology from racing cars making its way into series-production models.

All variants of the BMW M3 and BMW M4 will come with BMW M Ignite technology from July 2026. Production of the BMW M2 featuring this technology will get underway in August 2026. The displacement and power outputs of all the models with BMW M Ignite technology will be unchanged from those of the corresponding outgoing engines.

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Solid start to the year: BMW Group achieves Group EBT margin at previous full-year level

Wed, 06 May 2026 11:28:07 +0200

Munich. Parallel to the ramp-up of the Neue Klasse, the BMW Group has released solid financial figures in the first quarter: The Munich-based premium automaker reported an EBT of € 2,348 million – surpassing the two previous quarters (Q3/Q4 2025). Group EBT margin of 7.6 % was on par with the figure for the full year 2025 (7.7 %). Free cash flow in the Automotive segment totalled € 777 million, significantly above the same quarter of the previous year (+88.1 %).

As such, the BMW Group has maintained its positive momentum from the previous year in the first quarter of 2026. The company’s attractive product portfolio, technology‑open approach and resilience in key global regions ensure it maintains its successful course.

“Once again, our earnings for the first quarter demonstrate the value of strategic consistency, operational strength and a high degree of flexibility. We are well positioned to deliver continued success, despite challenging conditions,” said Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG.

Order intake in Europe reaches record levels

The BMW brand achieved its highest ever order intake figure for a single quarter in Sales Region Europe. From January to March, orders for all-electric vehicles increased by more than 60% in Europe compared to the previous year. The BMW iX3* alone secured more than 50,000 orders since its design premiere in September by the end of March.

“During the first three months on the year, we received more orders in Europe than in any other quarter in the Company’s history. The key to our success lies in our broad product range: with our strong brands, we serve key segments and allow customers to select from the full range of drivetrains,” said Zipse. “The successful launch of the BMW iX3 and the positive feedback on the BMW i3 confirm that we made the right decisions with the Neue Klasse. Every future BMW model will feature the new technology clusters and use the new design language – regardless of drivetrain. Thus, we are elevating our product portfolio to a whole new level.”

The BMW Group delivered a total of 565,780 vehicles to customers worldwide in the first quarter. This represents a slight decrease of -3.5% compared with the same period last year. The BMW brand delivered a total of 496,006 vehicles to customers across the world in the first quarter of 2026 (-4.6%). One in ten of all BMW units delivered was a BMW M model.

MINI maintains its growth trajectory

The MINI brand increased its global sales for the fifth consecutive quarter, delivering 68,503 vehicles – growth of +6.0%. BEVs accounted for 35.1% of all MINI deliveries.
The Rolls-Royce brand delivered a total of 1,271 vehicles to customers in the first quarter (-8.0%). BMW Motorrad delivered 42,735 motorcycles and scooters to customers over the same period (-4.2%).

BEV demand growing in Europe

The BMW Group’s vehicle deliveries increased by 3.1% across all drivetrains in Europe, its largest sales region. Battery‑electric vehicles accounted for 25.3% of all sales in Europe (global: 15.5%). The BMW Group remains confident that it will meet the EU (27 + 2) CO₂ targets for 2026.
In the Americas sales region, which slightly declined by -4.0%, the decline in deliveries of all-electric BMW automobiles was largely offset by increased deliveries of vehicles with combustion engines. In China, where the total market contracted sharply by -17.5%, BMW Group deliveries performed somewhat better, falling by -10.0% during the reporting period.

Currency effects weigh on revenues

Group revenues totalled € 31,007 million (2025: € 33,758 million; -8.1%; adjusted for currency translation effects: -4.3%) highlighting the persistently intense competition in the automotive sector – particularly in China – as well as the slight decline in sales. Furthermore, adverse currency effects had a negative impact, primarily the Chinese renminbi and the US dollar.

Disciplined cost management continues to deliver results

The BMW Group successfully delivered nominal costs reductions in the first quarter to tackle external challenges. The cost of sales went down by -6.4%, while administrative and sales expenses fell by -5.1% across the Group. As planned, the Company reduced its research & development expenditure from the 2024 peak to € 1,755 million (Q1/2025: € 1,984 million; -11.5%). The research & development expenditure ratio (German Commercial Code) fell to 5.7% (Q1/2025: 5.9%). Investments also decreased in the first quarter to € 1,723 million in line with planning (Q1/2025: € 2,819 million; -38.9%). The capital expenditure ratio came in at 2.0% (Q1/2025: 3.6%).

“Flexibility and speed of execution are two of the BMW Group’s strengths. That’s abundantly clear with the Neue Klasse – a stringent and comprehensive renewal of our entire vehicle portfolio in record time. The automotive innovations coming to market will strengthen our competitive position and improve our profitability,” said Chief Financial Officer Walter Mertl. “In a demanding economic environment, we remain highly focused on costs, leveraging multiple opportunities across the company with an approach designed to deliver sustained results.”

Share buyback on track

The Annual General Meeting in May 2025 authorised the Board of Management to buy back up to 10% of BMW AG’s share capital over the next five years. Based on this new authorisation, the Board of Management approved a third share buyback programme with a volume of up to € 2 billion, to be completed no later than 30 April 2027. The first tranche of shares worth € 750 million were repurchased by December 2025. The second tranche of shares, amounting to € 625 million, is on track to be purchased by 31 August 2026. On 31 March 2026, BMW AG held shares with a nominal value of € 12,225,269. This corresponds to 1.99% of the share capital on the same date.

Group EBT well over € 2 billion again despite the tariffs burden

The Group achieved earnings before tax (EBT) of € 2,348 million in the first three months of the year (Q1/2025: € 3,113 million; -24.6%). In doing so, the company delivered earnings of more than € 2 billion in a demanding economic environment once again. The EBT margin for the period was 7.6% (Q1/2025: 9.2%). Group net profit amounted to € 1,672 million (Q1/2025: € 2,173 million; -23.1%).

EBIT margin in the annual guidance corridor of 4–6%
The Automotive segment achieved an EBIT of € 1,345 million (Q1/2025: € 2,024 million; -33.5 %) and an EBIT margin of 5.0 % (Q1/2025: 6.9 %; -1.9 percentage points) – in the middle of the forecast annual range of 4–6% – and extra tariffs accounted for a 1.25 percentage point reduction in the EBIT margin in the quarter. This was a significantly larger hit than the same quarter in the previous year, in which only EU import tariffs were due on battery‑electric vehicles from China. The EBIT margin was also affected by depreciation and amortisation from the BBA purchase price allocation amounting to 1.2 percentage points.

Fierce competition across major automotive markets, especially in China, impacted pricing and sales volumes, weighing on EBIT. As anticipated, currency and raw material price effects dampened the company’s first‑quarter earnings performance.

Free cash flow in the Automotive segment increased significantly to € 777 million in the first three months of the year (Q1/2025: € 413 million). The marked reduction of capital expenditure compared with prior‑year figures had a positive impact on free cash flow. Conversely, the typical seasonal increase in inventories weighed on working capital. The segment’s free cash flow is expected to exceed
€ 4.5 billion for the full year.

Financial Services: slight growth in new contracts with end customers

The Financial Services segment secured 420,212 new credit financing and leasing contracts with end customersin the first quarter. The growth of 4.3 % compared to the same quarter last year is largely attributable to the changes in the competitive landscape in the Chinese market since mid‑2025. The penetration rate** – the share of BMW Group vehicles either leased or financed through the Financial Services segment – increased to 51.6% in the reporting period(Q1/2025: 43.0%; +8.6%).

The segment generated a profit before tax (PBT) of € 381 million in the first three months of the year (Q1/2025: € 650 million; –41.4%). The decline was primarily driven by an increase of the existing risk provision for cross-sector compensation schemes for motor finance customers in the United Kingdom.

Moreover, the income from the resale of end-of-lease vehicles was lower.

Outlook for the 2026 financial year confirmed

The BMW Group confirms its full‑year forecast after the first quarter, in a deteriorating economic environment. Forecasts for the global economy and automotive markets have been revised downwards in recent weeks. The global automotive market is now expected to see a slight decrease.

For the 2026 financial year, the BMW Group continues to expect a higher level of volatility related to tariffs. The company anticipates a negative impact from higher tariffs of around 1.25 percentage points on the EBIT margin in the Automotive segment.

The geopolitical situation in the Middle East is currently characterised by a high degree of uncertainty due to the ongoing conflict in the region. The outlook assumes that the conflict will not be enduring.

The BMW Group continues to see overall growth potential in Europe and the United States. In China, the company looks to balance sales volume, transaction prices and dealer profitability.

Globally, the company forecasts that deliveries will be on a par with the previous year and that fully-electric vehicles will account for the same share of sales as 2025.

The BMW Group remains disciplined in cost management. In the 2026 financial year, the company will further reduce capital expenditure, manufacturing costs, research & development spending, as well as sales & administrative expenses. Compared to the prior year, the BMW Group expects a lower additional burden from tariffs as previously outlined. This will be offset by increasing depreciation resulting from investments and the capitalization of development costs in previous years. Additionally, earnings will be negatively impacted by adverse currency and raw material effects, by pricing and product measures to stabilize transaction prices in China, by a significantly lower capitalization rate resulting from the development portfolio structure, and by overall lower revenues related to the used-car market. The BMW Group will partially offset these higher burdens through the afore-mentioned cost reductions.

Regarding forecast KPIs: The EBIT margin for the Automotive Segment is forecast to be within the range of 4–6%. Return on Capital Employed (RoCE) will be between 6–10%.

In the Financial Services Segment, Return on Equity (RoE) is projected to be between 13–16%.

In the Motorcycles Segment, deliveries are forecast to be on a par with the previous year, with an EBIT margin within the range of 4.0–6.0% and a Return on Capital Employed (RoCE) of 10–14%.

In light of the forecast developments, a moderate decline in Group earnings before tax is expected for 2026.

The BMW Group’s actual business performance may deviate from these expectations – for example, due to changes in political and macroeconomic conditions.

BMW Group – overview Q1 2026		Q1 2026	Q1 2025	Change in %
Deliveries to customers
Automotive¹	units	565,780	586,117	-3.5
thereof: BMW	units	496,006	520,121	-4.6
MINI	units	68,503	64,615	6,0
Rolls-Royce	units	1,271	1,381	-8.0
Motorcycles	units	42,735	44,609	-4.2

Employees (as of 31 Dec. 2025)		154,540
EBIT margin Automotive Segment	percent	5.0	6.9	-1.9 %-pts.
EBIT margin Motorcycles Segment	percent	11.4	9.4	+2.0 %-pts.
EBT margin BMW Group²	percent	7.6	9.2	-1.6 %-pts.
Free cash flow Automotive Segment	€ million	777	413	88.1

Revenues	€ million	31,007	33,758	-8.1
thereof: Automotive	€ million	27,159	29,211	-7.0
Motorcycles	€ million	779	806	-3.3
Financial Services	€ million	9,837	10,126	-2.9
Other Entities	€ million	3	3	0.0
Eliminations	€ million	-6,771	-6,388	6.0

Profit before financial result (EBIT)	€ million	2,004	3,142	-36.2
thereof: Automotive	€ million	1,345	2,024	-33.5
Motorcycles	€ million	89	76	17.1
Financial Services	€ million	353	652	-45.9
Other Entities	€ million	2	-6	-
Eliminations	€ million	214	396	-46.0

Profit before tax (EBT)	€ million	2,348	3,113	-24.6
thereof: Automotive	€ million	1,266	1,904	-33.5
Motorcycles	€ million	88	75	17.3
Financial Services	€ million	381	650	-41.4
Other Entities	€ million	543	295	84.1
Eliminations	€ million	70	189	-63.0

Group income taxes	€ million	-676	-940	28.1
Net profit	€ million	1,672	2,173	-23.1
Earnings per share (ordinary/preferred)³	€	2.68/2.68	3.38/3.38	-20.7

¹Deliveries include the joint venture BMW Brilliance Automotive Ltd., Shenyang.

²Ratio of Group earnings before taxes to Group revenues.

³ Earnings per share of preferred shares are calculated by distributing the earnings required to cover the additional dividend of € 0.02
per preferred share proportionally over the quarters of the corresponding financial year.

** Starting in the 2026 financial year, the penetration rate will also include financing and leasing contracts for young used vehicles that are sold to end customers for the first time in the reporting year.

GLOSSARY – explanatory comments on key performance indicators

Deliveries to customers

A new or used vehicle is recorded as a delivery once it is handed over to the end user (which also includes leaseholders under lease contracts with BMW Financial Services). In the US and Canada, end users also include (1) dealers when they designate a vehicle as a service loaner or demonstrator vehicle and (2) dealers and other third parties when they purchase a company vehicle at auction and dealers when they purchase company vehicles directly from the BMW Group. Deliveries may be made by BMW AG, one of its international subsidiaries, a BMW Group retail outlet, or independent third-party dealers. The vast majority of deliveries – and hence the reporting of deliveries to the BMW Group – is made by independent third-party dealers. Retail vehicle deliveries during a given reporting period do not correlate directly to the revenues that the BMW Group recognises in respect of that particular reporting period.

Payout ratio

The payout ratio is preliminary. Although the Board of Management and the Supervisory Board will propose a fixed dividend per share at the Annual General Meeting, the number of shares entitled to a dividend is expected to fall by the Annual General Meeting due to the ongoing share buy-back programme. Accordingly, the total amount to be distributed to shareholders is also still expected to change by 13 May.

EBIT

Profit before financial result. Profit before financial result comprises revenues less cost of sales, less selling and administrative expenses and plus/minus net other operating income and expenses.

EBIT margin

Profit/loss before financial result as a percentage of revenues.

EBT

EBIT plus financial result.

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