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The BMW Group has published its sales figures for the third quarter and the first nine months of 2026. The picture is split: growth in Europe and the US, significant losses in China. And right in the middle, a model that is breaking every record – the new BMW iX3. Key Figures at a Glance From January to September 2026, the BMW Group delivered 1,707,799 vehicles worldwide, a decline of -4.9% compared with the previous year. In the third quarter alone, deliveries totalled 551,0

MINI is taking the Countryman off-road. With the new Untamed Edition, the brand's largest model gets taller, tougher and fully geared for the outdoors – complete with a rooftop tent, a camping collection and the first matte production paint in MINI's history. More Ground Clearance, More Grip The Untamed Edition's suspension sits 15 millimetres higher than on the regular Countryman. Depending on market and drivetrain, ground clearance increases by up to 19 millimetres. Approac

The MINI Cooper S 5-door arrives in a fresh new colour, once again proving that signature MINI driving fun and everyday practicality aren't mutually exclusive. Finished in Nanuq White, the compact five-door showcases the modern MINI design language at its best: pared-back, confident and instantly recognisable. Driving fun meets functionality Power comes from a 150 kW/204 hp four-cylinder petrol engine that delivers genuinely sporty performance — whether navigating the daily c

With the MINI Aceman SE, the British-Bavarian brand shows what modern electric driving fun can look like in everyday urban life. In the new Ocean Wave Green finish, the fully electric crossover now presents itself with even more confidence – backed by the technical credentials you'd expect from a genuine MINI. Compact Dimensions, Bold Presence The Aceman is the consistent evolution of MINI's design language into the world of pure electric mobility. Short overhangs, clean line

Before a new model ever reaches a dealership, it has already spent a multiple of its later lifespan on secret proving grounds. BMW Group operates four dedicated test facilities around the globe – each with a clear mission and its own climatic and technical conditions. Here's where BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce, and BMW Motorrad are put through their paces. Aschheim near Munich: where it all began BMW Group's oldest test facility lies just a few minutes' drive from the development he

August 2026 was a month of contrasts for BMW and MINI: while the Neue Klasse underlined the brand’s technological future with new safety features and research projects, MINI and classic model updates simultaneously celebrated summer, open-top driving, and British heritage. On top of that came a spectacular showing at Monterey Car Week and, once again, numerous motorsport successes. Here’s our recap of the month’s most important stories. Neue Klasse: Safety and Research in Foc

BMW is stepping on the gas when it comes to electrification – and for the company, there's far more at stake than image alone. Since the launch of the very first BMW i3 in late 2013, the BMW Group has delivered two million fully electric vehicles (BEVs) to customers worldwide. Adding plug-in hybrids to the count, roughly 3.5 million electrified vehicles have gone to customers since 2013. In the first half of 2026, more than one in four vehicles sold worldwide was already elec

Sometimes all it takes is a single start number to bring back a legend. With the MINI 1965 Victory Edition, MINI honours one of the greatest moments in its motorsport history: the Mini Cooper S's victory at the Monte Carlo Rally in 1965 with Timo Mäkinen and Paul Easter behind the wheel. Over 60 years later, the brand continues this chapter with an exclusive special edition — available across three model variants. A Look That Quotes History The design language of the 1965 Vic

When the days get longer and the wind in your hair becomes the best co-pilot, the MINI John Cooper Works Convertible shows what it was built for. MINI is now bringing the most powerful convertible in its lineup in a new body color: Sunny Side Yellow – a clear statement for warm days, sunny pass roads, and spontaneous road trips. Open, sporty, uncompromising With the top down, every drive turns into an intense summer experience – especially where winding roads, crisp mountain

Since entering the electric era in 2020, MINI has been tightly bound to one concept: compact, agile, front-wheel drive. The Cooper SE, Aceman, and Countryman SE all run on the UKL platform – the architecture MINI traditionally shares within the BMW Group with the 1 Series, the 2 Series Active Tourer, and the X1. The formula is proven, but technically it's already been overtaken by BMW's next generation. Because while the iX3 and i3 have long been running on the new Gen6 archi

With new imagery, MINI shows just how much character genuine accessories can bring out of a John Cooper Works. The spotlight falls on a JCW 3-door in Indigo Sunset Blue, fitted with numerous genuine components for an even sportier, more individual look. The foundation is already strong: 170 kW/231 hp, 380 Nm of maximum torque, and a 0–100 km/h sprint in 6.1 seconds deliver the motorsport-inspired punch the JCW is known for. On the exterior, the JCW roof-edge spoiler attachmen