BMW Unveils 'Neue Klasse' EVs: 500-Mile Range, 20% Efficiency Boost, and Rapid Charging Innovation
February 21, 2025
These new motors are designed to achieve 40% less energy loss and a 20% reduction in manufacturing costs, enhancing overall efficiency.
BMW is committed to sustainability, focusing on recycling high-voltage batteries and partnering with SK to create a closed-loop system for material recovery.
The Neue Klasse series will offer various configurations, with options for one to four electric motors depending on the model, enhancing driving performance.
BMW's Plant Landshut will play a crucial role in producing the BMW Energy Master, with series production beginning in August 2025, creating numerous jobs and advancing electric mobility.
The Gen6 electric drive system will utilize both electrically excited synchronous motors (EESM) and asynchronous motors (ASM) to optimize performance and cost across the Neue Klasse lineup.
Production of the Gen6 high-voltage batteries will occur at five new facilities worldwide, following a 'local for local' strategy to enhance supply chain resilience.
The estimated range for the Neue Klasse models is up to 500 miles on a single charge, which addresses range anxiety and enhances competitiveness.
New cylindrical battery technology will allow for rapid charging, providing up to 186 miles of range with just a 10-minute charge.
BMW is set to launch its new 'Neue Klasse' electric vehicles, which promise a 20% increase in efficiency compared to existing models.
As the electric vehicle market is expected to grow rapidly, BMW's emphasis on efficiency positions it well among environmentally conscious consumers.
All Neue Klasse EVs will feature an advanced 800V battery system, starting with the next-generation iX3 SUV, expected to debut later this year.
The initial production of these vehicles will take place in Hungary, with plans for additional manufacturing in Germany and Mexico.
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