BMW Group H1 2026 results: Neue Klasse drives EV growth and global deliveries reach 1.15 million

BMW Group has reported a strong first-half performance, with pre-tax profit reaching €4.045 billion and a profit-before-tax margin of 6.5%, reflecting solid operational stability despite a challenging market environment.

Its three brands — BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce — delivered a combined 1,156,727 vehicles worldwide in the first six months of the year. Stronger performance in key markets of Europe and the US helped reinforce BMW Group's global presence and brand appeal.

One of the biggest highlights of the first-half results was the strong market response to BMW's Neue Klasse models, signalling further progress in the group's electrification strategy.

The first Neue Klasse model, the all-new BMW iX3, has continued to gain momentum since its launch in September 2025, with cumulative orders in Europe approaching the 100,000-unit mark. The second Neue Klasse model, the all-new BMW i3, also received an encouraging response after pre-orders opened in June.

The newly introduced BMW X5 based on the Neue Klasse platform has also attracted strong market interest. Available with five powertrain options and equipped with BMW's latest-generation technologies, the new X5 offers greater flexibility to meet a wider range of customer needs.

BMW's EV momentum was particularly strong in Europe. In the second quarter of 2026, BMW Group's European BEV sales reached 81,500 units, representing a 37.9% year-on-year increase.

Today, around one in every three BMW vehicles delivered in Europe is fully electric, showing that the brand's EV lineup is gaining significant mainstream acceptance.

BMW Group Chairman Milan Nedeljković said the company is strengthening its product portfolio through the Neue Klasse platform and advanced technologies. The new models combine innovation, forward-looking engineering and strong customer appeal, with market demand remaining robust as BMW continues its electrification journey.

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