BMW Group reported a challenging start to the year as global battery-electric vehicle (BEV) deliveries faced a significant slowdown in the first quarter of 2026. While the brand remains optimistic about its upcoming “Neue Klasse” lineup, current figures show a sharp 20.1% drop in fully electric car handovers. This decline marks a broader cooling in global EV demand across major luxury markets, though specific regions like India continue to defy the downward trend with record-breaking results.

Here is the line-by-line breakdown of the BMW electric car sales performance:

Quarterly Global Downturn: BMW Group delivered a total of 87,458 BEVs globally in Q1 2026, representing a sharp 20.1% decline compared to the same period in the previous year.

North American Setback: In the United States, BMW electric car sales were hit hard by the end of government incentives, contributing to a broader 4.3% drop in total regional deliveries.

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Asian Market Challenges: The BMW Group global sales were heavily impacted by a 10% slump in China, where intense competition and a struggling economy lowered shipments to 143,958 units.

European Demand Surge: Contrasting the global dip, order intake for fully electric models in Europe jumped by 40%, fueled by exceptional interest in the new iX3 and the upcoming Neue Klasse range.

India’s Record Achievement: BMW Group India posted its best-ever Q1 with a massive 83% jump in EV sales, with electric models now accounting for a significant 26% of the brand’s total Indian volume.

Future Product Offensive: Despite the Q1 rocky start, the brand is preparing for a recovery with 27 new launches planned for 2026, including the vital new i3 sedan and the next-generation iX5.