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Neue Klasse

by BMWDE

Neue Klasse powers the next generation of BMW EVs. 800V charging, Gen6 cells, one central computer. Weight down 15%, cost down 20% versus prior generation.

DeployStage 4 of 5

iX3 in production since late 2025 in Debrecen; full rollout to 6 models by end 2027.

Updated Nov 2025Checked 10 Oct0 updates this week

Milestones

Next · iX3 in full production ramping to 150,000 units per year
  1. Neue Klasse platform unveiledJul 2023Complete.
  2. iX3 begins pre-production at Debrecen factory2024Complete.
  3. iX3 enters series production and customer deliveries beginNov 2025Complete.
  4. iX3 in full production ramping to 150,000 units per yearTarget 2026Current milestone.
  5. 3 Series sedan (Neue Klasse) joins iX3 in productionTarget 2026Not yet reached.
  6. Six Neue Klasse models on sale across all segmentsTarget Dec 2027Not yet reached.

Most important updates

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  1. 2026iX3 in full production ramping to 150,000 units per year (next)
  2. 20263 Series sedan (Neue Klasse) joins iX3 in production
  3. Dec 2027Six Neue Klasse models on sale across all segments
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