The company will invest EUR400million in its Dingolfing, Germany plant.
The BMW iNext – or whichever model name ends up being – is essential to BMW’s future. The new model will be fully electric and offer semi-autonomous, driver-assisted Level 3 semi-autonomous driving technology. BMW has invested EUR400 million in its Dingolfing, Germany plant to prepare for the new model.
BMW will be able to produce multiple models with different powertrains from one assembly line. BMW iNext production will begin alongside the BMW 5 Series and 7 Series. This line will produce traditional combustion engines, hybrids and electric cars. BMW had to expand the factory hall in order to accommodate this project.
BMW needed to install validation stations for the iNext’s sensors, cleaning systems and high-performance onboard computers because of its need for such functions. BMW also had to take into account that different models require different build processes. Some models may need more or less assembly work than others. Christoph Schroder, New Dingolfing Plant Director, stated that the BMW iNEXT was more than a new model. It is a pioneer in many key automotive innovations, including autonomous driving. “:
The BMW iNext will be available in dealerships as a 2021 model. However, the company has yet to announce when it will arrive. It will look similar to a crossover when it arrives. Photos taken by spy cameras show a straight front with a kidney bean grille that is unknown in size hidden under the camouflage.
As we’ve seen, will also feature a curving display as well as a multi-directional steering wheel. It is expected that the model’s electric range will exceed 600 km (373 miles). This should make it stand out against growing competition.
Electric vehicles are still not replacing combustion engines as the predominant propulsion source. They are still very popular, and more automakers now offer EVs. The iNext will face strong competition – Mercedes EQC and Audi Etron. It’s amazing to think about.