Bayerische Motoren Werke AG debuted the China-made long-wheelbase Neue Klasse i3 at the Chengdu Auto Show on August 21, 2026. The Shenyang plant will produce this model specifically for the Chinese market.
The vehicle utilizes BMW’s new 800V high-voltage platform. It features the company's sixth-generation eDrive system.
BMW also premiered the interior design, which includes features adapted for Chinese consumer preferences. This launch supports BMW’s strategy to accelerate electric vehicle adoption in its key global market.
The Neue Klasse platform serves as the foundation for the company's future electric lineup. The long-wheelbase variant underscores the importance of China to BMW's electric growth plans.