BMW has now sold 2 million fully electric vehicles worldwide, including battery-electric Mini models, marking a major milestone in its EV expansion. The BMW iX3 is emerging as a key driver of the company's next phase, with orders approaching 100,000 and strong demand across Europe.
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BMW Reaches a New Global EV Milestone
The vehicle that took BMW past the two-million mark was an i5 M60 xDrive produced at the company's Dingolfing factory in Germany. The car was delivered to a customer in Spain.
The milestone comes 13 years after the BMW i3 debuted in 2013, when the global electric-car market was still relatively small. BMW has since expanded battery-electric models across several vehicle categories and included Mini in its wider electrification strategy.
When plug-in hybrids are counted alongside fully electric vehicles, BMW's cumulative electrified-vehicle sales have reached approximately 3.5 million units.
Electrification has also become a meaningful part of BMW's overall business. More than one in four BMW vehicles sold worldwide now uses either a fully electric or plug-in hybrid powertrain, according to the figures provided by the company.
BMW delivered about 442,000 fully electric vehicles globally in 2025, representing a modest increase from the previous year.
The iX3 Is Leading BMW's Neue Klasse Transition
BMW's next stage of electric growth is centered on its Neue Klasse generation, and the new iX3 is providing an early indication of customer demand.
Orders for the electric SUV are approaching 100,000 units. The model has also played an important role in BMW's recent European performance.
During the second quarter of 2026, BMW recorded 81,445 EV sales in Europe, an increase of 38% compared with the same period a year earlier.
Battery-electric vehicles represented 28% of BMW's European sales during the first half of 2026. The iX3 accounted for roughly one-third of those BEV deliveries, making it an increasingly important model within the company's electric lineup.
Demand is also notable within the broader X3 family. Approximately half of all X3 orders are now for the electric iX3 rather than other available powertrain configurations.
Europe Is Currently BMW's Stronger EV Market
BMW's electric performance varies significantly by region.
The company has experienced weaker EV sales in the United States during 2026, reflecting a broader slowdown affecting several automakers. Europe, however, continues to provide stronger growth for BMW's battery-electric business.
That regional difference makes the iX3 particularly important. As a premium electric SUV, it competes in a vehicle category that remains popular with European buyers while introducing BMW's latest generation of EV technology.
The Neue Klasse strategy is intended to provide more than a new model family. It introduces updated battery technology, vehicle electronics, software and design that will gradually influence a larger share of BMW's future lineup.
Strong early iX3 demand therefore provides BMW with an important test of whether that investment can translate into higher-volume EV sales.
The Electric i3 and iX5 Are Next
BMW already has additional electric models prepared to broaden the Neue Klasse portfolio.
Two important upcoming vehicles are the new i3 and iX5. Both are expected to incorporate the company's latest battery technology, updated interior systems and the design direction introduced by the Neue Klasse generation.
The electric i3 could be particularly significant because it brings BMW's new EV platform into the territory traditionally occupied by the 3 Series, one of the company's most established product lines.
BMW is targeting an estimated driving range of around 440 miles per charge for the i3. If the production model delivers that figure, it would give the sedan considerably more long-distance capability than many earlier BMW EVs.
The iX5, meanwhile, will expand the company's electric presence further into the SUV market.
BMW's two-million-EV milestone reflects more than a decade of battery-electric sales, but its future growth will increasingly depend on these newer products. With the iX3 approaching 100,000 orders, the Neue Klasse generation is already contributing meaningful volume before the rest of the lineup arrives.
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FAQ
How many electric vehicles has BMW sold?
BMW has sold 2 million fully electric vehicles globally, including battery-electric Mini models. When plug-in hybrids are included, cumulative electrified-vehicle sales reach about 3.5 million.
Which vehicle was BMW's two-millionth EV?
The milestone vehicle was a BMW i5 M60 xDrive. It was manufactured in Dingolfing, Germany, and delivered to a customer in Spain.
How many BMW iX3 orders have been placed?
BMW says the new iX3 is approaching 100,000 orders. The electric SUV has become an important contributor to the company's European EV growth.
How much have BMW EV sales grown in Europe?
BMW recorded 81,445 European EV sales in the second quarter of 2026, up 38% year over year. BEVs represented 28% of the company's European sales during the first half of the year.
What electric BMW models are coming next?
BMW plans to expand its next-generation EV lineup with the i3 and iX5. The upcoming i3 is expected to offer approximately 440 miles of driving range.
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