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                        <title>Summer News in Brief from BMW Group UK.</title>
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                        <guid>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/summer-news-in-brief-from-bmw-group-uk/</guid><pp:caseid>788380</pp:caseid><pp:summary><![CDATA[• Autocar name Neue Klasse architecture as ‘Mundy Award for Engineering’ winner,  with MINI JCW winning ‘Future Classic’ Award at 2026 Autocar Awards. • BMW iX3 wins ‘Youtube Directors Award’ at Autotrader Drivers’ Choice Awards 2026.  • Triple success for BMW at 2026 What Car? Tow Car Awards. • BMW takes home four trophies at EcoCar Electrified Top 50 Awards 2026. • Best Coupe and Family Car wins for BMW at Auto Express’ 2026 Driver Power survey.]]></pp:summary><description><![CDATA[<div class="imported-article"><p>BMW Group UK is celebrating a strong start to the summer awards
  season, after receiving recognition from a range of leading automotive
  titles. Highlights include recent successes for BMW and MINI, at the
  2026 Autocar Awards, Autotrader Drivers’ Choice Awards, What Car? Tow
  Car Awards, Auto Express Driver Power 2026 and the EcoCar Electrified
  Top 50 Awards.<br />
  <br />
  <strong>Autocar name Neue Klasse architecture as ‘Mundy Award for
    Engineering’ winner, </strong>
  <br />
  <strong>with MINI JCW winning ‘Future Classic’ Award at 2026 Autocar Awards.<br />
  </strong>Earlier this week, BMW Group secured two coveted accolades at
  the annual Autocar Awards. All-new Neue Klasse architecture has
  received the prestigious Mundy Award for Engineering at the 2026
  Autocar Awards. The Mundy Award is a highly regarding award that
  recognises standout engineering feats within the automotive industry
  for their exceptional technical contributions and innovation. The Neue
  Klasse architecture underlines the future BMW model portfolio, with
  BMW iX3, BMW 7 Series & BMW i3 already announced, and up to 40 new
  or updated models launching in the coming two years. Speaking on the
  origins, Mike Reichelt, the Head of Neue Klasse, stated that “we went
  all in and pushed every technology to the boundaries to lead BMW into
  the future. Ultimately it feels like a BMW, but a completely modern
  one and a new interpretation of what a BMW should be. And that’s the
  biggest compliment we can get”. The Neue Klasse architecture marks the
  first time a ‘product’ has been received this prize, rather than an
  individual person, since the Autocar’s inaugural awards ceremony in
  2017. Speaking on the win, judges commented that the first of the Neue
  Klasse models – the BMW iX3 – “is amongst the finest electric cars yet”.<br />
  <br />MINI was also victorious on the night, as Autocar named the MINI
  John Cooper Works (JCW) as the winner of their Future Classic Award
  for 2026. The MINI JCW was praised for its “compelling hot hatchback
  charm and trademark desirability”, as it was benchmarked on its
  driving dynamics and significance in the current automotive market.<br />
  <br />
  <strong>BMW iX3 wins ‘Youtube Director Award’ at Autotrader Drivers’
    Choice Awards 2026.</strong>
  <br />At the ninth annual Autotrader Drivers’ Choice Awards, the BMW
  iX3 was revealed as the winner of this year’s Youtube Director Award.
  This award is presented to a vehicle launched during the past 12
  months that has stood out above the competition after being tested by
  Autotrader’s Youtube Director, Rory Reid.<br />
  <br />Speaking on the accolade, Rory commented, “The BMW iX3 stands out
  as a genuinely complete electric car. It combines a strong real-world
  range with everyday practicality, a high-quality, intuitive interior,
  and a driving experience that still feels distinctively BMW.” To
  conclude, Rory states, “[the iX3 is] one of the most convincing
  all-round EVs on sale today”.<br />
  <br />
  <strong>Triple success for BMW at 2026 What Car? Tow Car Awards.</strong>
  <br />The annual What Car? Tow Car Awards help drivers choose a car
  that performs well both when towing and during everyday driving. Since
  its introduction in 2007, these awards assist buyers when it comes to
  towing capabilities across a range of weight classes. This year, the
  BMW 530e Touring was selected as the overall winner, claiming the
  headline award, as well as class winner for ‘best car for caravans
  over 1,700kg’. Speaking on the triumph, judges praised the BMW 530e
  Touring for its “extreme stability”, “excellent fuel economy”, and
  “luxurious and roomy” interior. What Car? Editor, Steve Huntingford
  concluded by stating, “we tested many impressive cars this year, but
  none is better than the overall champion, the BMW 530e Touring. It
  makes an exceptional tow car”.<br />
  <br />Meanwhile, the all-new BMW iX3 was awarded ‘best electric car for
  caravans over 1,400kg’. What Car? commented, “Electric tow cars are
  improving at an impressive rate. There’s no better example than the
  BMW iX3”. As reigning What Car? Car of the Year, the BMW iX3 impressed
  judges by being a “powerful and stable tow car”, and What Car? Editor,
  Steve Huntingford, emphasised that the BMW iX3 is the “new
  standard-setter for electric tow cars”.<br />
  <br />
  <strong>BMW takes home four trophies at EcoCar Electrified Top 50
    Awards 2026.<br />
  </strong>BMW was recently awarded four category wins at the EcoCar
  Electrified Top 50 Awards 2026. Now in its fifth year as a standalone
  awards event, the Top 50 celebrate the very best electric, hybrid,
  plug-in hybrid, mild hybrid and hydrogen vehicles on sale in the UK.
  The 2026 awards saw BMW triumph, with four models placing within the
  top 31.<br />
  <br />The all-new BMW iX3 was crowned ‘Best Electric Executive SUV’, as
  judges praised its “class leading” electric range, “premium interior”,
  and “BMW’s characteristic driving dynamics”.<br />
  <br />Meanwhile, for the fifth consecutive year, the BMW iX was
  selected as “Best Electric Luxury SUV”. Judges commented, “A recent
  facelift has only improved what was already one of the finest electric
  vehicles on sale”. Impressed by the model’s “lounge-like interior”,
  “state of the art” display screen, and usable performance, Diesel
  & Eco Car Editor, Ian Robertson, stated that the BMW iX is “one of
  his favourite cars on sale right now”.<br />
  <br />The BMW 5 Series and BMW i5 were named as “Best Plug-in Hybrid
  Executive Car” & “Best Electric Executive Car” respectively.
  Judges described these cars as “exceptional all-rounders that combine
  refinement, driver engagement and practicality in a thoroughly
  convincing package. Touring estate versions only enhance its appeal”.<br />
  <br />
  <strong>Best Coupe and Family Car wins for BMW at Auto Express’ 2026
    Driver Power survey.</strong>
  <br />The annual Auto Express Driver Power survey asks thousands of new
  car buyers to share their thoughts on the current automotive market
  and their real-world experiences during vehicle ownership. The results
  provide a good insight into what new car owners actually think of the
  cars they purchased and drive every day, helping fellow motorists
  choose their next vehicles. This year, BMW performed across a number
  of classes. The BMW 2 Series was named as ‘Best Coupe’, with buyers
  highlighting interior quality, driving pleasure and engine sounds as
  reasons to recommend. Particular praise was given to the infotainment
  system, with extra points noted for the ‘user-friendly controls and
  smartphone connectivity.<br />
  <br />Meanwhile the BMW 1 Series was triumphant in ‘Best Family Car’
  category with highlights including infotainment technology, interior
  styling and reliability. Notable impressions being that the BMW 1
  Series scored highest in the survey for front seat comfort with 93.2%
  of customers rating this highly. The two above BMW models both placed
  within the top 6 of the 50 surveyed models.<br />
  <br />
  <strong>Ends<br />
    <br />
    <br />
  </strong>
  <strong>The BMW Group<br />
    <br />
  </strong>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.<br />
  <br />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.<br />
  <br />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. <br />
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  <strong>For further information please contact:</strong>
  <br />
  <br />Sam Buckingham<br />Press Officer, MINI<br />Tel: 07815 362 262<br />
  <a href="mailto:Samuel.Buckingham@mini.co.uk">Samuel.Buckingham@mini.co.uk</a>
  <br />
  <br />Tom Evans<br />Senior Press Officer, BMW<br />Tel: 07815 371
    705<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Tom.Evans@bmw.co.uk">Tom.Evans@bmw.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />James Morrison<br />Head of Product Communications<br />Tel: 07815
  372 646<br />Email: <a href="mailto:James.Morrison@bmw.co.uk">James.Morrison@bmw.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />Christina Burnham-Hepe<br />Corporate Communications
  Director<br />Tel: 07815 371 206<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Christina.Burnham-Hepe@bmw.co.uk">Christina.Burnham-Hepe@bmw.co.uk</a></p><div class="import-contacts-wrapper"><div class="import-contact">Press Contact: James Morrison<br>Tel: +44-1252-92-1524<br>E-mail: <a href="mailto:james.morrison@bmw.co.uk">james.morrison@bmw.co.uk</a></div></div></div>]]></description><category><![CDATA[Press Release,5 Series,1 Series,John Cooper Works,MINI,BMW,BMW i,2 Series,G30,i20,iX,iX3,530e,i5,NA5,Product]]></category>
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                        <title>News in Brief from BMW Group UK.</title>
                        <link>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/news-in-brief-from-bmw-group-uk_20260824100902268/</link>
                        <guid>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/news-in-brief-from-bmw-group-uk_20260824100902268/</guid><pp:caseid>788367</pp:caseid><pp:summary><![CDATA[• BMW Group collects four awards at the What Car? Electric Car Awards 2025. • BMW iX and BMW X3 commended at the annual Towcar of the Year Awards. • Introducing the new MINI Countryman E Monochrome.]]></pp:summary><description><![CDATA[<div class="imported-article"><p>BMW Group UK enters autumn in a strong position, having collected a
  variety of industry accolades at recent awards. Four of which were
  collected at the What Car? Electric Car Awards 2025, where the BMW i7
  retained its Best Electric Luxury Car title for the third consecutive
  year. Similar success followed at the annual Towcar of the Year Awards
  with three category wins, including a double for the recently updated
  BMW iX. Meanwhile, MINI further strengthens its model lineup with the
  introduction of the new MINI Countryman E Monochrome, offering a sleek
  design and an enhanced standard specification.<br />
  <br />
  <strong>BMW Group collects four awards at the What Car? Electric Car
    Awards 2025.<br /></strong>BMW Group recently secured four category
  wins at the What Car? Electric Awards, which each year celebrate the
  best electric vehicles (EVs) currently available for the UK market.
  Considering innovation, performance and sustainability, the awards
  help consumers identify the best EVs across a range of categories.<br />
  <br />The BMW i7 was named Best Electric Luxury Car for the third
  consecutive year, as BMW continues to “set the standard” for electric
  luxury cars, said What Car? Editor, Steve Huntingford. “The i7 and iX
  are both so good that they’ve earned our maximum five-star rating.”
  Continuing its status as class-leader, the flagship saloon was praised
  by judges for its “incredible comfort”, “beautiful” finish, unique
  technology – such as the “fabulous 8K cinema screen” – and its
  “uncanny ability to shut out unwanted noise.”<br />
  <br />Also celebrated by the publication was the BMW 330e, which
  claimed the title for Best Used Hybrid Executive Car. Commenting on
  the win, Huntingford praised its “low running costs”, “driver appeal”,
  and “plush interior”. Meanwhile, the BMW 530e secured the Best Used
  Hybrid Estate award, offering “space, quality and efficiency that’s
  unmatched”. The final trophy of the night was presented to the MINI
  Cooper SE Countryman ALL4, which topped the Best Used Hybrid Small SUV
  category, thanks to its impressive reliability – scoring 99.7 per cent
  in the recent What Car? Reliability Survey – and class-leading refinement.<br />
  <br />
  <strong>BMW iX and BMW X3 commended at the annual Towcar of the Year
  Awards.<br /></strong>Continuing its winning streak, BMW celebrated
  success at the Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year Awards –
  an annual celebration of the best cars currently available for
  consumers with towing needs. To qualify, all manufacturers must take
  part in a rigorous testing process across four days at Millbrook
  Proving Ground. Participating models are scored on practicality,
  innovation and overall driving experience, in addition to their
  all-important towing capacity.<br />
  <br />The recently revised BMW iX secured two awards, leading both the
  Caravan Weight over 2,000kg and Electric Towcar categories. On
  presenting the accolades, judges named the iX “one of its star
  performers”, and paid tribute to the adaptive air suspension’s ability
  to “keep everything stable, composed and level when hitched, while
  regenerative braking helped control descents.”<br />
  <br />An additional title was presented to the BMW X3 M50 xDrive,
  after topping the Caravan Weight 1700-1800kg category. Judges
  commended the M Performance model’s towing capabilities, stating, “The
  [BMW] X3 undeniably has a quality feel, especially when towing: it’s
  stable, secure and delivers immense confidence when braking.” The
  panel were equally impressed by its driving dynamics; “it’s a really
  fun car to drive that offers class-leading acceleration performance,”
  they continued.<strong>
    <br />
    <br />Introducing the new MINI Countryman E
  Monochrome.<br /></strong>MINI is pleased to introduce the new MINI
  Countryman E Monochrome. The largest member of the MINI family is the
  third model to receive the Monochrome treatment, following the launch
  of the MINI Cooper Electric Monochrome and the MINI Aceman Monochrome
  in July.<br />
  <br />Like its siblings, the special edition is offered in a fixed
  specification, where customers can select from Midnight Black or Nanuq
  White exterior paint finishes and benefit from an increased level of
  standard equipment, including MINI Navigation with Head-Up Display,
  wireless charging and LED headlights. Black 18-inch Asteroid Spoke
  alloy wheels are also standard, alongside a body-coloured roof for a
  seamless finish.<br />
  <br />Inside, an Anthracite headliner is accompanied by a
  model-exclusive interior pattern, where the new multitone fabric
  spreads across the front and rear seats, finished with white and
  yellow stitching.<br />
  <br />The MINI Countryman E Monochrome is equipped with a 64.6 kWh
  battery, enabling 10–80-per-cent charging in 29 minutes when using a
  130 kW DC charger. The model is priced at £32,595 OTR, with initial
  customer deliveries commencing in January 2026.<br />
  <br />For more information about the MINI Monochrome lineup, visit <a href="https://www.mini.co.uk/en_GB/home.html">mini.co.uk</a>.<br />
  <br />
  <strong>Ends<br />
    <br />
    <br /></strong>
  <strong>The BMW Group<br />
    <br /></strong>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.<br />
  <br />In 2024, the BMW Group sold over 2.45 million passenger vehicles
  and more than 210,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in
  the financial year 2024 was € 11.0 billion on revenues amounting to €
  142.4 billion. As of 31 December 2024, the BMW Group had a workforce
  of 159,104 employees.<br />
  <br />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 and production to the end of their useful life.<br />
  <br />
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  <br />
  <br />
  <strong>For further information please contact:</strong>
  <br />
  <br />Sam Buckingham<br />Press Officer, MINI<br />Tel: 07815 362 262<br />
  <a href="mailto:Samuel.Buckingham@mini.co.uk">Samuel.Buckingham@mini.co.uk</a>
  <br />
  <br />Tom Evans<br />Senior Press Officer, BMW<br />Tel: 07815 371
    705<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Tom.Evans@bmw.co.uk">Tom.Evans@bmw.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />James Morrison<br />Head of Product Communications<br />Tel:
  07815 372 646<br />Email: <a href="mailto:James.Morrison@bmw.co.uk">James.Morrison@bmw.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />Christina Burnham-Hepe<br />Corporate Communications
  Director<br />Tel: 07815 371 206<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Christina.Burnham-Hepe@bmw.co.uk">Christina.Burnham-Hepe@bmw.co.uk</a></p>
<p> </p><div class="import-contacts-wrapper"><div class="import-contact">Press Contact: James Morrison<br>Tel: +44-1252-92-1524<br>E-mail: <a href="mailto:james.morrison@bmw.co.uk">james.morrison@bmw.co.uk</a></div></div></div>]]></description><category><![CDATA[Press Release,X3,MINI,BMW,BMW i,Countryman,G20,G30,i20,iX,i7,G70,330e,530e,G45,Product]]></category>
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                        <title>News in Brief from BMW UK.</title>
                        <link>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/news-in-brief-from-bmw-uk/</link>
                        <guid>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/news-in-brief-from-bmw-uk/</guid><pp:caseid>788340</pp:caseid><pp:summary><![CDATA[• BMW claims five accolades at the Auto Express New Car Awards 2025. • Five awards presented to BMW at the EcoCar Electrified Top 50 Awards 2025. • Autotrader names the BMW i4 and BMW iX3 winners at its Drivers’ Choice Awards 2025.]]></pp:summary><description><![CDATA[<div class="imported-article"><p>BMW UK has collected 12 industry awards in recent weeks, reflecting
  strong recognition across a broad range of segments. Five awards were
  presented at last night’s Auto Express New Car Awards, including two
  wins for the newly revised BMW iX. Also announced this week was
  EcoCar’s Electrified Top 50 for 2025, which featured a double win for
  the BMW i5, alongside recognition for the BMW iX, BMW i7 and BMW 330e.
  The BMW iX3 and BMW i4 further contributed to BMW’s winning streak,
  after each took a top spot at the 2025 Autotrader Driver’s Choice
  Awards, based on feedback from British car owners.<br />
  <br />
  <strong>BMW claims five accolades at the Auto Express New Car Awards
  2025.<br /></strong>BMW proudly collected five awards at last night’s
  Auto Express New Car Awards, judged by the title’s expert automotive
  editorial team. The awards are designed to help car buyers choose the
  best models on the market, with judging based on practicality,
  efficiency, price, reliability and the overall driving experience.<br />
  <br />Congratulating BMW on its achievements this year, Auto Express
  Editor Paul Barker said: “Five separate awards across four of its
  models highlights the strength and depth of BMW’s range, with cars as
  diverse as the sporty 2 Series Coupé and big iX electric SUV picked
  out by our judges as the best at what they do... “BMW manages to keep
  driving pleasure core to its cars’ appeal without sacrificing
  practicality or efficiency, and we’re delighted it keeps producing the goods.”<br />
  <br />The new BMW iX was presented with two awards on the night,
  recognising it as both Premium SUV of the Year and Premium Electric
  Car of the Year. Describing the iX as “a hugely impressive premium
  SUV” which has “got even better with its recent update”, Auto Express
  judges commended the technology flagship for its “stunning interior”
  and a driving experience which “completely belies its size and
  weight”. It’s “hugely practical” and “a brilliant and comfortable
  long-distance cruiser”, judges added.<br />
  <br />In the Premium Mid-sized SUV category, the BMW X3 stood out
  among the competition, with the latest generation described as “moving
  the game on”. “It had an awful lot to live up to, considering how good
  its predecessor was,” said judges. Yet the new BMW X3 continues to
  deliver, impressing the panel with its diverse powertrains, innovative
  technology, cabin quality and practicality, with “almost no flaws.”<br />
  <br />The publication’s preferred Premium Hybrid was the BMW 530e,
  with this latest award further reinforcing the eighth-generation 5
  Series’ reputation as the world’s most successful business saloon.
  “Great range figures from the battery and electric motor combined with
  an engaging drive, plush cabin and cutting-edge tech gives the BMW
  530e an edge over any of its rivals,” Barker commented. “It's
  comfortable and refined on the motorway but fun when you're off the
  main roads – our favourite premium hybrid car.”<br />
  <br />The fourth and final BMW to receive praise at the ceremony was
  the BMW 2 Series Coupé, after it was named Premium Coupé of the Year.
  Speaking on the win, Barker said, “The 2 Series Coupé feels like an
  old-school BMW, in a good way. Its simple front-engine, rear-drive
  layout delivers a hugely engaging driving experience in compact and
  nimble dimensions, and the crowning glory is the incredible M2.”<br />
  <br />
  <strong>Five awards presented to BMW at the EcoCar Electrified Top 50
    Awards 2025.</strong>
  <br />Held annually, the EcoCar Electrified Top 50 counts down the
  very best cars in the electrified world, encompassing a wide variety
  of electrified powertrains from mild hybrid to fully electric. The BMW
  330e, BMW i7 and BMW i5 all featured in this year’s shortlist, while
  the new BMW iX placed fifth in the overall rankings. In addition, each
  model topped its respective category, with the BMW i5 securing a
  double win. <br />
  <br />Now offering up to 63 miles (WLTP<sup>1</sup>) of all-electric
  range, the recently refreshed BMW 330e was voted EcoCar’s Best Plug-in
  Hybrid Compact Executive Car, described as the “ideal” choice for
  “business users and urban drivers alike.” Speaking on the win, judges
  said, “The 2.0-litre petrol engine and electric motor work in seamless
  tandem, while the handling remains benchmark-sharp. Subtle styling
  tweaks and an improved infotainment system further cement its
  all-round appeal.”<br />
  <br />Next to be recognised was the BMW i7, which took home the award
  for Best Electric Luxury Car. “As luxury EVs go, few can match the
  serenity and spectacle of the BMW i7,” said EcoCar. Praised for its
  substantial single-charge range, “limousine levels of comfort” and
  “jaw-dropping” rear-seat theatre screen, the flagship saloon was also
  commended by judges for its “exceptional” refinement, “effortless”
  performance and for a technology package that manages to be
  “futuristic without being overwhelming.”<br />
  <br />The title for Best Electric Luxury SUV was awarded to the new
  BMW iX, which secured fifth place in EcoCar’s Top 50 countdown. The
  BMW iX’s “carbon core chassis, refined ride and spacious lounge-like
  interior deliver comfort and composure in equal measure,” said EcoCar
  Editor, Ian Robertson. “Technology lovers will enjoy the vast curved
  display and sophisticated driver assistance systems, while luxury SUV
  buyers will appreciate its serene character and quality materials
  throughout. It’s like sitting in your lounge on your driveway.”<br />
  <br />The BMW i5 rounded off the awards with a double win, after it
  was named Best Electric Executive Car and Best Electric Estate Car.
  Labelled by EcoCar as a “masterclass in premium motoring,” the BMW i5
  was acknowledged for its compelling technology package, efficiency and
  overall refinement. “Estate buyers will love the new Touring models,
  that are a perfect blend of business sense and driving pleasure,” the
  judging panel added.<br />
  <br />
  <strong>Autotrader celebrate the BMW i4 and BMW iX3 at their Drivers’
    Choice Awards.<br /></strong>Formerly known as the Autotrader New
  Car Awards, the Drivers’ Choice Awards are uniquely positioned as they
  are judged not by the opinions of industry leaders, but by car owners
  themselves. Over 200,000 British car owners completed an online
  survey, determining 20 of this year’s 25 award-winning models and
  sharing exactly what they thought of their car.<br />
  <br />BMW celebrated double success, as the brand received two coveted
  category wins. First to be recognised was the BMW iX3, which continues
  to impress the driving public as it was named the UK’s Best Premium
  Electric Car for 2025. The BMW i4 also triumphed, taking top spot in
  the UK’s Best Car for Families category. <br />
  <br />Commenting on BMW’s success, Erin Baker, Autotrader’s Editorial
  Director, said, “BMW has made huge strides with its electric range,
  and securing two separate trophies is a huge and much deserved achievement.<br />
  <br />“The i4 proves that SUVs aren’t the only choice for families and
  confidently fended off competition from much larger rivals. It scored
  top marks for its ability to carry a family of four in comfort whilst
  having plenty of oomph to put a smile on the driver’s face. And if
  recognition for one brilliant EV wasn’t enough, BMW’s iX3 took the
  trophy for Best Premium Electric Car, receiving high praise from
  owners for its design inside and out, with one telling us that ‘It’s
  extremely well packaged and designed with lots of usable space, has
  excellent range and brilliant performance to boot.’ Great work BMW.”<br />
  <br />
  <br />
  <strong>Ends<br />
    <br /></strong></p>
<p>1) Up to 63 miles of all-electric range achievable for the BMW 330e
  Saloon as part of the WLTP test cycle.<br />
  <br />
  <br />
  <strong>The BMW Group<br />
    <br /></strong>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.<br />
  <br />In 2024, the BMW Group sold over 2.45 million passenger vehicles
  and more than 210,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in
  the financial year 2024 was € 11.0 billion on revenues amounting to €
  142.4 billion. As of 31 December 2024, the BMW Group had a workforce
  of 159,104 employees.<br />
  <br />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 and production to the end of their useful life.<br />
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  <br /> <br />
  <br />
  <strong>For further information please contact:</strong>
  <br />
  <br />Tom Evans<br />Senior Press Officer, BMW<br />Tel: 07815 371
    705<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Tom.Evans@bmw.co.uk">Tom.Evans@bmw.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />Chris Overall<br />BMW Media Relations Manager<br />Tel: 07815
  370 990<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Chris.Overall@bmw.co.uk">Chris.Overall@bmw.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />Christina Burnham-Hepe<br />Corporate Communications
  Director<br />Tel: 07815 371 206<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Christina.Burnham-Hepe@bmw.co.uk">Christina.Burnham-Hepe@bmw.co.uk</a></p><div class="import-contacts-wrapper"><div class="import-contact">Press Contact: Chris Overall<br>Tel: +447815370990<br>E-mail: <a href="mailto:chris.overall@bmw.co.uk">chris.overall@bmw.co.uk</a></div></div></div>]]></description><category><![CDATA[Press Release,X3,5 Series,BMW,Coupé,BMW i,2 Series,G30,i20,G26,iX,i4,iX3,530e,G45,G42,NA5,Product]]></category>
            <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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                        <title>BMW Group UK achieves success at the 2025 What Car? Car of the Year Awards.</title>
                        <link>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/bmw-group-uk-achieves-success-at-the-2025-what-car-car-of-the-year-awards/</link>
                        <guid>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/bmw-group-uk-achieves-success-at-the-2025-what-car-car-of-the-year-awards/</guid><pp:caseid>788163</pp:caseid><pp:summary><![CDATA[• BMW Group tops four categories at the 47th annual What Car? Awards. • BMW M3 Touring, BMW X7 and BMW 4 Series lead their respective categories.  • MINI named Most Reliable Manufacturer.]]></pp:summary><description><![CDATA[<div class="imported-article"><p>BMW Group UK has made a strong start to the new year, picking up four
  coveted category wins at the prestigious What Car? Car of the Year
  Awards 2025. BMW collected three headline awards – with the BMW M3
  Touring, BMW 4 Series and BMW X7 continuing to lead their respective
  classes – and a further six subcategory wins. Meanwhile, MINI was
  named Most Reliable Manufacturer.<br />
  <br />The BMW M3 Touring retains its Performance Car of the Year title
  for the second consecutive year. Commenting on the win, Steve
  Huntingford, Editor of What Car? said, “The M3 Touring is one of those
  cars that's built to handle every scenario you can throw at it – and
  it does so with devastating effectiveness. Relatively compact exterior
  dimensions allow it to dance through corners, while its twin-turbo
  straight-six engine hits all the right notes. Yet the M3 Touring is
  just as capable of playing the practical and classy family car when
  circumstances demand."<br />
  <br />The BMW 4 Series celebrated its win as What Car?
  Coupé/Convertible of the Year, continuing its impressive streak in the
  convertible category, where it has been named ‘Best Convertible’ for
  five consecutive years. The second-generation 4 Series received an
  array of updates last year, including a refreshed exterior design,
  striking new headlights and a redesigned cockpit. On presenting the
  award, Huntingford said, "While many convertibles feel vague and
  ponderous compared with their coupé sisters, the 4 Series is great to
  drive whether you go for the hard-top or the soft-top. The 4 Series is
  also a full four-seater, with enough space in the back for a couple of
  six-footers. And its interior combines high-quality materials with a
  class-leading infotainment system”.<br />
  <br />The BMW X7 garnered BMW’s third category win of the evening
  after being crowned Luxury Car of the Year. The latest variant of the
  BMW X7 was introduced in 2022, and  has since been widely recognised
  for its premium feel, exceptional level of standard equipment and
  spaciousness – with room for up to seven passengers thanks to three
  rows of seats. What Car? judges praised the model, stating, “The BMW
  X7 is the rolling embodiment of the sort of houses you see on TV's
  Grand Designs: spacious, striking and beautifully constructed. What's
  more, the optional Ultimate Pack makes the interior of this luxury SUV
  even more cosseting, and brings upgraded air suspension that delivers
  a more stable and luxurious ride than any rival can offer."<br />
  <br />The MINI brand was also recognised on the night as What Car?’s
  Most Reliable Manufacturer. Highlighting the dependability of MINI’s
  product range, Huntingford commented, "MINI had the lowest fault
  rate of any brand featured in the 2024 What Car? Reliability Survey.
  What's more, on the rare occasions things did go wrong, all of the
  cars remained driveable and almost half of issues were resolved in a
  day or less. MINI even showed that going electric is no barrier to
  producing dependable models, with the MINI Electric achieving a hugely
  impressive 98.4% reliability score”.<br />
  <br />Alongside the above overall category wins, a further six BMW
  models were recognised for their excellence within sub-categories.<br />
  <br />Three vehicles within BMW’s fully electric portfolio were
  commended. The first was the BMW i7, which topped the Best Electric
  Luxury Car category, adding a further win to the flagship’s growing
  list of accolades. Meanwhile, the BMW iX won the Family SUV Best
  Interior award – a testament to its meticulously crafted and
  comfortable cabin. The BMW i5 also stood out for its interior, winning
  the Best Executive Car Interior for a second consecutive year.<br />
  <br />In addition, the recently revised BMW 330e which now offers up
  to 63 miles (WLTP, combined) of all-electric range was recognised as
  the Best Plug-in Hybrid to Drive. The BMW M240i Coupe won Best
  Performance Car for Value, with judges commending the model’s
  comprehensive offering at its price point. Finally, the BMW 1 Series
  won the award for Best Family Car Interior, continuing its success in
  this category from the previous year. Launched last year, the
  fourth-generation BMW 1 Series boasts a premium and versatile cabin
  with class-leading interior technology.<br />
  <br />To learn more about these award-winning brands, please visit <a name="_Hlk187857288"></a><a href="https://bmw.co.uk/">https://bmw.co.uk/</a> or <a href="https://mini.co.uk/">https://mini.co.uk/</a>.<br />
  <br />
  <br />
  <strong>Ends<br />
    <br />
    <br /></strong>
  <strong>The BMW Group<br />
    <br /></strong>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.<br />
  <br />In 2024, the BMW Group sold over 2.45 million passenger vehicles
  and more than 210,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in
  the financial year 2023 was € 17.1 billion on revenues amounting to €
  155.5 billion. As of 31 December 2023, the BMW Group had a workforce
  of 154,950 employees.<br />
  <br />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 and production to the end of their useful life.<br />
  <br />www.bmwgroup.com<br />LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/company/bmw-group/">http://www.linkedin.com/company/bmw-group/</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/bmwgroup">https://www.youtube.com/bmwgroup</a><br />Instagram:
  https://www.instagram.com/bmwgroup<br />Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bmwgroup">https://www.facebook.com/bmwgroup</a><br />X: <a href="https://www.x.com/bmwgroup">https://www.x.com/bmwgroup</a><br />
  <br />
  <strong>For further information please contact:</strong>
  <br />
  <br />Sam Buckingham<br />Press Officer, MINI<br />Tel: 07815 362 262<br />
  <a href="mailto:Samuel.Buckingham@mini.co.uk">Samuel.Buckingham@mini.co.uk</a>
  <br />
  <br />Tom Evans<br />Senior Press Officer, BMW<br />Tel: 07815 371
    705<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Tom.Evans@bmw.co.uk">Tom.Evans@bmw.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />Helen Wilson<br />MINI Media Relations Manager<br />Tel: 07815
  372 480<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Helen.Wilson@mini.co.uk">Helen.Wilson@mini.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />Chris Overall<br />BMW Media Relations Manager<br />Tel: 07815
  370 990<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Chris.Overall@bmw.co.uk">Chris.Overall@bmw.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />Christina Burnham-Hepe<br />Corporate Communications
  Director<br />Tel: 07815 371 206<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Christina.Burnham-Hepe@bmw.co.uk">Christina.Burnham-Hepe@bmw.co.uk</a></p><div class="import-contacts-wrapper"><div class="import-contact">Press Contact: Chris Overall<br>Tel: +447815370990<br>E-mail: <a href="mailto:chris.overall@bmw.co.uk">chris.overall@bmw.co.uk</a></div></div></div>]]></description><category><![CDATA[Press Release,5 Series,Touring,1 Series,3 Series,Coupé,4 Series,G07,X7,7 Series,2 Series,G20,G30,G21,545e,G70,330e,530e,G60,550e,G42,G11 LCI,G12 LCI,520e,745e,740e,750e,Product,BMW]]></category>
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                        <title>Electrification completed: New BMW 5 Series Sedan now also available with plug-in hybrid drive.</title>
                        <link>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/electrification-completed-new-bmw-5-series-sedan-now-also-available-with-plug-in-hybrid-drive/</link>
                        <guid>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/electrification-completed-new-bmw-5-series-sedan-now-also-available-with-plug-in-hybrid-drive/</guid><pp:caseid>788061</pp:caseid><pp:summary><![CDATA[Following the all-electric BMW i5 and the combustion engine variants with 48-volt mild hybrid technology, the model range will be expanded from November 2023 to include the BMW 530e Sedan and BMW 550e xDrive Sedan models.]]></pp:summary><description><![CDATA[<div class="imported-article"><p>
  <strong>Note: This press release is a 1:1 copy of the original issued
    by BMW headquarters in Germany. No adaptations have been made to
    cater for the UK market.<br />
    <br />Munich.</strong> The new BMW 5 Series Sedan now offers the
  entire range of electrified drive technology. Just a few weeks after
  the market launch of the all-electric BMW i5 and the combustion engine
  variants equipped exclusively with 48-volt mild hybrid technology, two
  plug-in hybrid models will already be launched in November 2023. The
  BMW 530e Sedan (fuel consumption combined: 0.8 - 0.6 litres/100 km (62
  miles); combined power consumption: 21.7 - 19.9 kWh/100 km (62 miles);
  combined CO<sub>2</sub> emissions: 17 - 13 g/km according to WLTP;
  data according to NEDC: -) The BMW 550e xDrive Sedan (fuel consumption
  combined: 1.0 - 0.8 litres/100 km (62 miles); combined power
  consumption: 23.2 - 21.6 kWh/100 km (62 miles); combined
  CO<sub>2</sub> emissions: 23 - 19 g/km according to WLTP; data
  according to NEDC: -) can be ordered as of now. They are available in
  Germany at the recommended retail price of 65,300 euros (incl. VAT)
  for the new BMW 530e Sedan and 77,300 euros (incl. VAT) for the new
  BMW 550e xDrive Sedan.</p>
<p>In the eighth generation of the world's most successful business
  sedan, the plug-in hybrid models are characterised by extremely
  spontaneous power delivery, clearly increased efficiency and a
  significantly increased electric range. Both models feature the latest
  BMW eDrive technology for plug-in hybrid systems, which is combined in
  the BMW 530e Sedan with a four-cylinder petrol engine and in the BMW
  550e xDrive Sedan with an in-line six-cylinder petrol engine from the
  BMW Group's latest Efficient Dynamics modular generation.</p>
<p>
  <strong>Highly integrated drive unit with particularly high efficiency.</strong></p>
<p>The electric motor, specially developed for the hybrid drive, is also
  integrated into the 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission together
  with its power electronics. The highly integrated drive unit is
  particularly efficient and contributes up to 145 kW/197 hp (BMW 550e
  Sedan) or 135 kW/184 hp (BMW 530e Sedan) to the maximum system output
  of the two plug-in hybrid sedans.</p>
<p>In combination with the latest generation of BMW eDrive technology
  for plug-in hybrid models, the 3.0-litre in-line six-cylinder petrol
  engine in the new BMW 550e xDrive Sedan generates a system output of
  up to 360 kW/489 hp and a maximum system torque of 700 Nm (516 lb-ft).
  The plug-in hybrid system puts its power to the road by means of BMW
  xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. It sprints from zero to 100 km/h
  (62 miles) in 4.3 seconds. The maximum speed of the BMW 550e xDrive
  Sedan is electronically cut off at 250 km/h (155 mph). A maximum speed
  of 140 km/h (87 mph) is possible in purely electric operating mode.</p>
<p>The new BMW 530e Sedan has a 2.0-litre in-line four-cylinder petrol
  engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and, together with the
  highly integrated e-drive unit, generates a maximum system output of
  220 kW/299 hp. With a maximum system torque of 450 Nm (332 lb-ft), the
  new BMW 530e Sedan accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62 miles) in 6.3
  seconds. The top speed is 230 km/h (143 mph), and up to 140 km/h (87
  mph) in fully electric mode.</p>
<p>
  <strong>Increased range and high agility thanks to innovative BMW technologies.</strong></p>
<p>A patented BMW innovation is used in the new plug-in hybrid models to
  increase the power development of the electric motor: The nominal
  torque of up to 280 Nm (207 lb-ft) is increased to a torque of up to
  450 Nm (332 lb-ft) by a pre-transmission, which is effectively applied
  to the engine-side transmission input. In this way, the compact
  electric motor generates additional drive torque that would otherwise
  only be possible with a larger electric motor. The additional torque
  is clearly noticeable both when accelerating and during intermediate sprints.</p>
<p>The electric range is now 83 to 90 kilometres (49 - 56 miles)
  according to WLTP for the new BMW 550e xDrive Sedan and 93 to
  103 kilometres (54 to 62 miles) according to WLTP for the new BMW
  530e Sedan. Longer commutes are therefore also possible without
  producing any local emissions. Both plug-in hybrid models also owe
  their excellent electric range to their aerodynamic properties. As in
  all other variants of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan, special panelling
  and air deflection elements contribute to an optimised underbody
  structure that minimises air resistance. Special attention was also
  paid to aerodynamically optimising the underbody, in order to
  additionally reduce CO<sub>2</sub> emissions and increase the electric
  range by up to ten kilometres.</p>
<p>When driving, the latest version of adaptive recuperation helps to
  recover electrical energy during overrun and braking phases. Thanks to
  intelligent networking, the drive control system can use navigation
  data and information from sensors of the driver assistance systems to
  adjust how much power is recuperated according to the respective
  traffic situation.</p>
<p>The space-saving arrangement of the lithium-ion high-voltage battery
  in the vehicle underbody has a positive effect on both the vehicle's
  centre of gravity and the luggage compartment. With a total of 520
  litres, the storage volume of the plug-in hybrid models is just as
  large as that of the purely combustion engine powered variants. The
  high-voltage battery provides an increased usable energy content of up
  to 19.4 kWh. The maximum charging power has been doubled compared to
  the previous models and is now 7.4 kW, so that the high-voltage
  battery can be charged from zero to 100 percent of its capacity within
  3 hours and 15 minutes. At a conventional household socket, the
  charging process is completed within 11 hour and 45 minutes.</p>
<p>
  <strong>Extensive range of standard equipment and equipment highlights.</strong></p>
<p>Both the new BMW 530e Sedan and the new BMW 550e xDrive Sedan feature
  an extended range of standard equipment compared to the models with
  48-volt mild hybrid technology. In addition to 19-inch light alloy
  wheels, it also includes BMW IconicSounds Electric. In purely electric
  operating mode, this system provides a very special soundscape: Every
  movement of the accelerator pedal is accompanied by authentic acoustic
  feedback. The transparent and spherical sounds were developed in a
  cooperation between the BMW Group and the renowned film music composer
  Hans Zimmer.</p>
<p>The BMW 550e xDrive Sedan also comes as standard with Adaptive
  Chassis Professional, which includes electronically controlled shock
  absorbers and a lowered suspension as well as Integral Active
  Steering. It makes manoeuvring more comfortable, enhances agility at
  medium speeds and conveys confidence when changing lanes and cornering
  at higher speeds. </p>
<p>The BMW Interaction Bar combines modern functionality and fascinating
  design as part of the ambient lighting equipment. The strikingly
  backlit functional unit with crystalline surface structure extends
  across the entire width of the instrument panel far into the door
  panels and includes touch-sensitive control panels for controlling
  ventilation and air conditioning and for activating the hazard warning lights.</p><div class="co2emission"><div class="co2emission-headline">CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.</div><div class="co2emission-text"><p>
  <strong>BMW 530e:  </strong>Fuel consumption in l/100km combined in
  WLTP cycle: 0,8 – 0,6 Liter, Power consumption in kWh/100 km combined
  in WLTP cycle:  21,7 – 19,9 kWh, CO2 emissions in g/km combined in
  WLTP cycle: 17 – 13</p>
<p> </p>
<p>
  <strong>BMW 550e xDrive: </strong>Fuel consumption in l/100km combined
  in WLTP cycle: 1,0 – 0,8 Liter; Power consumption in kWh/100 km
  combined in WLTP cycle: 23,2 – 21,6; CO2 emissions in g/km combined in
  WLTP cycle: 23 – 19</p></div></div><div class="import-contacts-wrapper"><div class="import-contact">Press Contact: Chris Overall<br>Tel: +447815370990<br>E-mail: <a href="mailto:chris.overall@bmw.co.uk">chris.overall@bmw.co.uk</a></div></div></div>]]></description><category><![CDATA[Press Release,5 Series,530e,G60,550e,Product,BMW]]></category>
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                        <title>The BMW Group at IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich.</title>
                        <link>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/the-bmw-group-at-iaa-mobility-2023-in-munich/</link>
                        <guid>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/the-bmw-group-at-iaa-mobility-2023-in-munich/</guid><pp:caseid>788086</pp:caseid><pp:summary><![CDATA[+++ World’s foremost mobility show set to showcase advances in the transformation of the company and its brands +++ Electrification, digitalisation and circular economy all in the spotlight +++ World premiere of the BMW Vision Neue Klasse +++ Exhibition venue and Open Space in the city centre act as platforms for constructive dialogue on the future of individual mobility +++ BMW, MINI and BMW Motorrad exhibit their latest new models with electrified powertrains +++]]></pp:summary><description><![CDATA[<div class="imported-article"><p>
  <strong>Note: This press release is a 1:1 copy of the original issued
    by BMW headquarters in Germany. No adaptations have been made to
    cater for the UK market.<br />
    <br />Munich.</strong> At the IAA Mobility 2023 international motor
  show in Munich, the BMW Group will be presenting the most recent
  highlights of its ongoing transformation in the key action areas of
  electrification, digitalisation and circularity. The latest new models
  with electrified powertrains from the BMW, MINI and BMW Motorrad
  brands, plus Vision Vehicles and concepts for individual mobility in
  tomorrow’s world all serve to underline the company’s innovative
  strength in these fields. As the dawn of a new era in personal
  mobility approaches, the BMW Group is set to unveil its latest
  highlight, the BMW Vision Neue Klasse, which brings together the
  Group’s development expertise in the three crucial disciplines for the
  future of mobility.</p>
<p>The IAA Mobility show is being staged in Munich for the second time.
  For the BMW Group and its brands, this provides an excellent
  opportunity to enter into constructive dialogue on the future of
  individual mobility with local people, as well as with visitors to the
  show from outside Munich and other stakeholders. The IAA Mobility
  Summit at the exhibition centre and the BMW Group’s Open Space at
  Max-Joseph-Platz in the heart of Munich will be the main arenas where
  BMW, MINI and BMW Motorrad present their new products on 5 –
  10 September 2023. Among the models visitors can acquaint themselves
  with here alongside the BMW Vision Neue Klasse is the fully electric
  BMW i5. And they can also experience the world premieres of the new
  fully electric MINI Cooper, new fully electric MINI Countryman and
  BMW CE 02 eParkourer.</p>
<p>
  <strong>Electric, digital, circular – the focus areas of the BMW Group.</strong></p>
<p>The BMW Group’s presence at IAA Mobility 2023 revolves around the
  company’s rigorous focus on electric, digital and circular mobility
  for the future and the latest progress it has made in these areas. The
  BMW Vision Neue Klasse is joined by a selection of new models from
  across the Group’s brands whose electrified powertrains, digital
  innovations and resource-efficient manufacturing illustrate the
  ongoing process of change in a variety of ways.</p>
<p>The new products poised for launch by the BMW brand include the
  plug-in hybrid variants of the new BMW 5 Series. The new
  BMW i7 Protection – the first ever all-electric protection vehicle in
  the luxury sedan segment – is also making its debut at IAA Mobility 2023.</p>
<p>MINI is unveiling the members of the brand’s new model family for the
  first time with the help of two world premieres: the new fully
  electric MINI Cooper and new fully electric MINI Countryman will both
  be on show at the Open Space site. A new model with all-electric drive
  also forms the centrepiece of BMW Motorrad’s line-up at
  Max-Joseph-Platz. Conceived as a compact eParkourer with a
  trailblazing design, the new BMW CE 02 injects fresh impetus into the
  urban mobility scene.</p>
<p>
  <strong>Locally emission-free mobility sets the theme for the models
    on show.</strong></p>
<p>The IAA Mobility show will be officially opened on 5 September at
  Munich’s exhibition centre. The BMW Group will be represented at its
  stand in Hall A2, where the BMW Vision Neue Klasse will be unveiled to
  kick off the event. The BMW i7 Protection all-electric protection
  vehicle will also be presented for the first time at the IAA Mobility Summit.</p>
<p>The IAA Mobility Summit is taking place under the banner “Experience
  Connected Mobility” and is aimed primarily at trade visitors. It will
  showcase trends and technological innovations for future mobility over
  the course of numerous talks, presentations and panel discussions. One
  of the central topics is the use of hydrogen as an energy source for
  current and future vehicles. BMW is carrying out pioneering work in
  this field with its development and practical testing of a Sports
  Activity Vehicle with a hydrogen-powered fuel-cell drive system. The
  BMW iX5 Hydrogen is also being exhibited at the Summit.</p>
<p>Locally emission-free mobility is also the dominant theme for the
  models awaiting visitors to the Open Space site. BMW has at least one
  purely electrically powered representative in all relevant model
  segments. The brand is presenting its entire line-up to the public,
  ranging from the BMW iX1 compact Sports Activity Vehicle via the BMW
  i4 and BMW i5 to the BMW iX and the BMW i7 luxury sedan.</p>
<p>The Open Space at Max-Joseph-Platz can be visited free of charge on 5
  – 9 September from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on Sunday 10 September from
  10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition, BMW Welt will continue to provide an
  attractive destination for all automotive enthusiasts during IAA
  Mobility 2023. The current model portfolios of the BMW, MINI,
  Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad brands are presented here, along with the
  latest BMW and MINI Lifestyle collections. Plus, starting on
  2 September 2023, BMW Lifestyle together with BMW M GmbH will be
  running a GOODS WITH FREUDE pop-up store in the Hofstatt shopping
  centre at No. 10 Sendlinger Straße. Located just a few minutes’ walk
  away from the Open Space, the store will feature both familiar
  lifestyle articles and the new BMW Lifestyle collection.</p>
<p>
  <strong>World premiere: the BMW Vision Neue Klasse.</strong></p>
<p>At IAA Mobility 2023, the BMW Group is offering visitors a preview of
  the Neue Klasse – the forthcoming generation of models from BMW. The
  BMW Vision Neue Klasse brings together innovations from the areas of
  electrification, digitalisation and circularity in signature BMW
  style. The Vision Vehicle takes design, control/operation, efficiency
  and sustainability into a whole new dimension – one that it will be
  possible to experience on the road before long.</p>
<p>During IAA Mobility 2023, the BMW Vision Neue Klasse will be on show
  at both the Summit and the Open Space. The new Vision Vehicle
  incorporates the latest innovations in the BMW Group’s key
  future-focused fields. It therefore builds on the BMW i Vision
  Circular and the BMW i Vision Dee – which have already demonstrated
  the BMW Group’s development expertise in the areas of circular economy
  and digitalisation – and combines their qualities with further new
  developments in exterior and interior design, user experience and
  powertrain and battery technology.</p>
<p>
  <strong>World premiere: the plug-in hybrid variants of the new BMW
    5 Series Sedan.</strong></p>
<p>As well as the all-electric BMW i5, the brand is exhibiting two other
  model variants with electrified powertrains at IAA Mobility 2023. As
  early as spring 2024, two models featuring state-of-the-art plug-in
  hybrid technology will be added to the new BMW 5 Series Sedan range.
  Their six-cylinder and four-cylinder in-line petrol engines from the
  new modular generation of Efficient Dynamics units will each be
  combined with the latest BMW eDrive technology for plug-in hybrid
  systems. This will result in a notable increase in output and much
  sharper power delivery, while also significantly improving efficiency
  and electric range compared to the outgoing model generation.</p>
<p>The electric motor purpose-developed for the new plug-in hybrid
  system is integrated into the eight-speed Steptronic Sport
  transmission together with its power electronics. The highly
  integrated drive unit contributes up to 145 kW/197 hp to the maximum
  combined output of 360 kW/489 hp in the case of the new
  BMW 550e xDrive Sedan (fuel consumption combined: 1.1 – 0.8 l/100 km
  [256.8 – 353.1 mpg imp]; electric power consumption combined: 22.5 –
  20.1 kWh/100 km; CO<sub>2</sub> emissions combined: 24 – 19 g/km in
  WLTP cycle, provisional figures) and 220 kW/299 hp for the new
  BMW 530e Sedan (fuel consumption combined: 0.8 – 0.6 l/100 km [353.1 –
  470.8 mpg imp]; electric power consumption combined: 21.4 –
  18.9 kWh/100 km; CO<sub>2</sub> emissions combined: 19 – 14 g/km in
  WLTP cycle, provisional figures).</p>
<p>A BMW-patented innovation has been used to enhance the electric
  motor’s power delivery in the new plug-in hybrid models: a pre-gearing
  stage enables the nominal torque of 280 Nm (206 lb-ft) to be increased
  to effective torque of up to 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) at the transmission
  input for the motor. The compact electric motor is therefore able to
  boost torque by an amount that would normally only be possible using a
  larger unit and makes a clear difference both when accelerating off
  the line and putting in a rapid burst of speed. Electric range is now
  up to 79 – 90 kilometres (49 – 56 miles) in the WLTP cycle for the new
  BMW 550e xDrive Sedan and 87 – 101 kilometres (54 – 63 miles) in the
  WLTP cycle for the new BMW 530e Sedan.</p>
<p>The lithium-ion high-voltage battery’s space-saving positioning
  within the vehicle’s underbody has a beneficial effect on both the
  car’s centre of gravity and the capacity of its luggage compartment,
  which holds a total of 520 litres in the plug-in hybrid models –
  meaning it is just as large as that offered by their purely
  combustion-engined siblings. The usable energy provided by the
  high-voltage battery has climbed to 19.4 kWh. At the same time,
  maximum charging capacity has doubled compared to the outdoing models
  and now stands at 7.4 kW, enabling the high-voltage battery to be
  fully recharged from empty in 3.0 hours. When hooked up to a
  conventional domestic power socket, a full vehicle charge is completed
  in 9.8 hours.</p>
<p>
  <strong>World premiere: the BMW i7 Protection.</strong></p>
<p>BMW is presenting a new generation of protection vehicles in the
  luxury sedan segment at the IAA Mobility 2023 show. The new BMW i7
  Protection (electric power consumption combined in WLTP cycle: 30.0
  kWh/100 km, provisional figure) is absolutely unique in this segment,
  as it is the world’s first ever certified protection sedan with an
  all-electric drive system. Driven by two powerful electric motors, it
  meets all the requirements of class VR9 protection without any
  limitations, as does the new V8-engined BMW 7 Series Protection (fuel
  consumption combined in WLTP cycle: 14.6 l/100 km [19.3 mpg imp];
  CO<sub>2</sub> emissions: 328 g/km, provisional figures).</p>
<p>Both models blend the integrated protection concept channelled into
  the development of the new BMW 7 Series range with outstanding levels
  of ride comfort and spaciousness, advanced equipment features and the
  unbeatable dynamic prowess for which BMW is renowned. The concept
  centres around the new and unique BMW Protection Core, which forms a
  self-supporting body structure made from armour steel. This is then
  combined with features such as additional armouring for the underbody
  and roof, plus armoured glass. The result is customised protection
  from attacks with firearms or explosives for at-risk individuals. The
  glass in the new protection vehicles even meets the requirements for
  the highest class of civilian protection, VPAM 10.</p>
<p>The all-electric BMW i7 Protection is equipped with one electric
  motor at the front axle and another at the rear. Together they
  generate a combined output of 400 kW/544 hp and maximum combined
  torque of 745 Nm (549 lb-ft), and create an electric all-wheel-drive
  system. The new BMW i7 Protection sprints to 100 km/h (62 mph) from
  rest in 9.0 seconds, while top speed is electronically limited to
  160 km/h (99 mph). The instantaneous, precisely orchestrated power
  delivery from the two motors guarantees exceptional traction and
  directional stability even when the car is being driven hard and
  performing challenging manoeuvres, such as when escaping from an attack.</p>
<p>Tuned and optimised specifically for this model, the chassis
  technology also makes allowance for the additional weight of its
  armouring, resulting in superbly assured performance in any situation.
  Another unique offering for this segment is the inclusion of Integral
  Active Steering as standard. This reduces the car’s turning circle,
  increases agility when cornering at speed and improves driving comfort
  for rear-seat passengers. The 20-inch light-alloy wheels are a further
  standout feature. The PAX tyres that also come as standard allow the
  car to continue its journey at up to 80 km/h (50 mph) even in the
  event of a total loss of pressure.</p>
<p>The latest generation of BMW iDrive based on BMW Operating System 8.5
  is fitted, complete with the BMW Curved Display. The system is
  intuitive to use and operates in a way familiar to BMW drivers. The
  special functions relevant to occupant protection are also operated
  via BMW iDrive. The new protection vehicles can also be tailored
  precisely to any purpose, with items including a fresh-air supply
  system, a fire extinguishing system, flashing lights, radio
  transceivers and flag poles for when the car is on official duty, plus
  other special customer-specific options.</p>
<p>
  <strong>Trailblazing: the BMW iX5 Hydrogen.</strong></p>
<p>The BMW iX5 Hydrogen presented at IAA Mobility 2023 provides further
  evidence of the company’s superlative innovative strength in the field
  of drive technology. A pilot series of the Sports Activity Vehicle
  with hydrogen fuel-cell drive, developed on the basis of the current
  BMW X5, has entered service for demonstration and test purposes with
  various target groups around the world. This allows selected test
  groups who haven’t been involved in the development process to get
  behind the wheel of the BMW iX5 Hydrogen and gain a direct impression
  of its attributes for the first time.</p>
<p>The BMW iX5 Hydrogen is equipped with the latest, fifth generation of
  BMW eDrive technology. The highly integrated drive unit at the rear
  axle draws its energy from a high-performance battery with li-ion
  technology that was specially developed for the hydrogen fuel-cell
  vehicle and generates maximum output of 295 kW/401 hp. The electric
  motor also doubles as a generator that feeds energy back into the
  high-performance battery on the overrun or under braking.</p>
<p>The model’s two 700-bar tanks made from carbon-fibre-reinforced
  plastic (CFRP) together hold six kilograms of gaseous hydrogen and can
  be refilled in three to four minutes. A chemical reaction takes place
  in the fuel cell system between the hydrogen and oxygen from the air,
  through which the electric power for the electric motor is generated.
  The BMW iX5 Hydrogen achieves a range of 504 kilometres (313 miles) in
  the WLTP cycle without having to refill the tanks. The
  hydrogen-powered SAV completes the 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) sprint in
  under six seconds and goes on to reach a top speed in excess of
  180 km/h (112 mph).</p>
<p>The BMW iX5 Hydrogen combines long-distance capabilities and short
  refuelling stops with zero tailpipe emissions and hallmark BMW driving
  dynamics. Its hydrogen fuel-cell technology has the potential –
  provided the necessary basic conditions are in place – to serve as an
  additional pillar in the BMW Group’s future powertrain portfolio. As
  part of its ongoing transformation, the BMW Group is following an
  approach that embraces all technologies when it comes to drive
  systems. The company is therefore readying itself for differing
  customer requirements, infrastructure standards and political and
  regulatory frameworks in the various regions of the world. This degree
  of flexibility puts the BMW Group in a position to react quickly to
  changing requirements in the markets in any situation and to present
  as many customers as possible with an appropriate model offering at
  all times.</p><div class="co2emission"><div class="co2emission-headline">CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.</div><div class="co2emission-text"><p>
  <strong>BMW 550e xDrive Sedan: </strong>fuel consumption combined:
  1.1 – 0.8 l/100 km [256.8 – 353.1 mpg imp]; electric power consumption
  combined: 22.5 – 20.1 kWh/100 km; CO<sub>2</sub> emissions combined:
  24 – 19 g/km in WLTP cycle, provisional figures </p>
<p> </p>
<p>
  <strong>BMW 530e Sedan:</strong> fuel consumption combined: 0.8 –
  0.6 l/100 km [353.1 – 470.8 mpg imp]; electric power consumption
  combined: 21.4 – 18.9 kWh/100 km; CO<sub>2</sub> emissions combined:
  19 – 14 g/km in WLTP cycle, provisional figures </p>
<p> </p>
<p>
  <strong>BMW i7 Protection:</strong> electric power consumption
  combined in WLTP cycle: 30.0 kWh/100 km, provisional figure</p>
<p> </p>
<p>
  <strong>BMW 7 Series Protection: </strong>fuel consumption combined in
  WLTP cycle: 14.6 l/100 km [19.3 mpg imp]; CO<sub>2</sub> emissions:
  328 g/km, provisional figures </p></div></div><div class="import-contacts-wrapper"><div class="import-contact">Press Contact: Chris Overall<br>Tel: +447815370990<br>E-mail: <a href="mailto:chris.overall@bmw.co.uk">chris.overall@bmw.co.uk</a></div></div></div>]]></description><category><![CDATA[Press Release,Research &amp; Development,Sedan,5 Series,Drive Technologies,Mobility of the future,BMW i,7 Series,G05,Europe,G30,i7,G70,iX5 Hydrogen,iX5,530e,G60,i5,550e,Munich,Product,BMW]]></category>
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                        <title>BMW Group triumphs at the What Car? Awards 2022</title>
                        <link>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/bmw-group-triumphs-at-the-what-car-awards-2022/</link>
                        <guid>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/emea/bmw-group-triumphs-at-the-what-car-awards-2022/</guid><pp:caseid>788035</pp:caseid><pp:summary><![CDATA[• BMW wins more category awards than any other brand at the 44th annual What Car? Awards • 3 Series, 4 Series Coupé, 4 Series Convertible, 5 Series and X5 xDrive45e lead their respective categories • Eight ‘Best Buy’ recommendations for BMW and a win for MINI]]></pp:summary><description><![CDATA[<div class="imported-article"><ul>
  <li>BMW wins more category awards than any other brand at the
    44<sup>th</sup> annual What Car? Awards</li>
  <li>3 Series, 4 Series Coupé, 4 Series Convertible, 5 Series and X5
    xDrive45e lead their respective categories</li>
  <li>Eight ‘Best Buy’ recommendations for BMW and a win for MINI</li></ul>
<p>
  <br />BMW is celebrating a triumphant start to 2022 after winning more
  awards than any other manufacturer at the 44<sup>th</sup> annual What
  Car? Awards, with five coveted category wins across the brand’s model
  portfolio. <br />
  <br />The BMW 3 Series, 4 Series Coupé, 4 Series Convertible, 5 Series
  and X5 xDrive45e were all recognised as best in their respective
  class, with BMW also winning a further eight ‘Best Buy’ awards. MINI
  snapped up the award for ‘Best Small Car Interior’.<br />
  <br />BMW 330e and BMW 530e retained their awards from 2021, taking
  home the highly contested ‘Executive Car of the Year’ and ‘Luxury Car
  of the Year’ awards respectively. <br />
  <br />Steve Huntingford, Editor, What Car? commented “The 330e
  represents the brilliant BMW 3 Series at its very best, because it
  offers a long enough electric range to cover a typical daily commute,
  while keeping running costs low for private and company car drivers
  alike. It's well thought out inside, too, with an infotainment system
  that's better than those of rivals, and plenty of space for your
  family. Add in the fact that the 330e retains the fun handling we've
  come to expect from the 3 Series, and you've got a truly special car”.<br />
  <br />The BMW 4 Series Coupé added another award to its collection as
  it was named ‘Coupé of the Year’, taking its total to nine UK industry
  awards since it was launched in October 2020. Huntingford praised the
  model’s silhouette, suspension and driving pleasure, noting “The 4
  Series Coupé has the bulletproof underpinnings of the 3 Series, but
  with a sexier silhouette, a stiffer structure, retuned suspension and
  a wider rear.  In other words, what you lose in practicality, you gain
  (big time) in aesthetic appeal and driving pleasure. It trounces
  rivals in bends with the standard suspension, and even more so with
  the M Sport adaptive set-up”.<br />
  <br />The 4 Series Convertible was named ‘Convertible of the Year’,
  with judges praising both the spacious interior and dynamic yet
  efficient petrol engine, stating “refinement is excellent in the new 4
  Series Convertible, whether you have the roof up or down. Plus, that
  roof is lighter than before, which contributes to this latest 4 Series
  drop-top being even better to drive than its predecessor. The punchy
  and pleasantly frugal petrol engine in our favourite version is
  another strength. And the interior is both spacious enough for four
  and smartly finished”.<br />
  <br />The BMW X5 xDrive45e impressed the What Car? team with its
  “remarkable efficiency and long electric range”. It won ‘Luxury SUV of
  the Year’ with judges adding: “the BMW X5 xDrive45e is hard to beat as
  an overall package because it's smooth, classy and luxurious.”<br />
  <br />The honours continued for BMW, with the brand securing Best Buy
  wins across an impressive eight categories, including Best Family Car
  Interior (BMW 1 Series), Best Luxury SUV for Big Families (BMW X7),
  Best Estate Car to Drive (BMW 3 Series Touring) and Best Estate Car
  Interior (BMW 5 Series Touring). <br />
  <br />Numerous electrified BMW models were also successful with BMW i4
  named the Best Large Electric Car Interior, BMW iX winning Best
  Electric SUV for Long Distances and BMW iX3 securing Best Electric SUV
  to Drive. Finally, the BMW X5 xDrive45e also took home Best Plug-in
  Hybrid for Long Distances.</p>
<p>
  <br />
  <strong>                                                             
         Ends<br />
    <br />
    <br /></strong>
  <strong>The BMW Group<br />
    <br /></strong>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 and
  mobility services. The BMW Group production network comprises 31
  production and assembly facilities in 15 countries; the company has a
  global sales network in more than 140 countries.<br />
  <br />In 2021, the BMW Group sold over 2.5 million passenger vehicles
  and more than 194,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in
  the financial year 2020 was € 5.222 billion on revenues amounting to
  € 98.990 billion. As of 31 December 2020, the BMW Group had a
  workforce of 120,726 employees.<br />
  <br />The success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term
  thinking and responsible action. The company set the course for the
  future at an early stage and consistently makes sustainability and
  efficient resource management central to its strategic direction, from
  the supply chain through production to the end of the use phase of all products.<br />
  <br />
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<p>
  <br />
  <strong>For further information please contact:</strong>
  <br />
  <br />Helen Wilson<br />Senior Press Officer<br />Tel: 07815 372
  480<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Helen.Wilson@bmw.co.uk">Helen.Wilson@bmw.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />Chris Overall <br />BMW Media Relations Manager <br />Tel: 07815
  370 990<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Chris.Overall@bmw.co.uk">Chris.Overall@bmw.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />Emma Begley <br />General Manager, Communications <br />Tel:
  07815 371 062 <br />Email: <a href="mailto:Emma.Begley@bmw.co.uk">Emma.Begley@bmw.co.uk</a><br />
  <br />Graham Biggs<br />Corporate Communications Director <br />Tel:
  07815 376 867<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Graham.Biggs@bmw.co.uk">Graham.Biggs@bmw.co.uk</a></p><div class="import-contacts-wrapper"><div class="import-contact">Press Contact: Helen Wilson<br>Tel: +44-1252-92-1928<br>E-mail: <a href="mailto:helen.wilson@bmw.co.uk">helen.wilson@bmw.co.uk</a></div></div></div>]]></description><category><![CDATA[Press Kit,X5,5 Series,Awards,3 Series,Coupé,BMW i,4 Series,Convertible,G20,G05,G30,G22,X5 xDrive45e,G23,330e,530e,Product,BMW]]></category>
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