On January 21, 2026, Brilliance Auto BMW officially announced the launch of the 2026 BMW iX1 in the Chinese market, with an official suggested retail price range of 228,000–268,000 RMB, offering four different configurations. As a compact pure electric SUV primarily targeting young families and urban commuters, the 2026 iX1 did not undergo a revolutionary redesign, but instead redefined the value benchmark for entry-level electric vehicles from luxury brands with a strategy of "precise upgrades + price reduction."
On December 16, 2025, MINI officially launched the 2026 Electric MINI Cooper in the Chinese market, completing a precise annual refresh with the core concept of "Classic Remains, Intelligent Evolution." As a small pure electric vehicle that continues 40 years of design DNA, it doesn't feature a revolutionary redesign, but achieves key leaps in the intelligent experience and cost-effectiveness that users care about most.
On October 13, 2025, the 2025 MINI Cooper Electric was launched. Two models were introduced, with a suggested retail price of RMB 209,800 and RMB 239,800, respectively. From now until October 31, 2025, consumers can enjoy a limited-time discount, starting at RMB 153,800. This car is positioned as a pure electric compact car with a maximum CLTC pure electric range of 466 kilometers.
On October 13, 2025, the BMW Group's MINI brand officially delivered the 2025 MINI JCW Electric. Available in two models: a standard three-door and an ACEMAN crossover, the JCW has an official suggested retail price of RMB 224,800. As the core product of the brand's high-performance electrification transformation, the JCW boasts a 190kW motor, a 468km CLTC range, and exclusive sports tuning, making it a unique entry in the 300,000 RMB luxury electric car market.
On October 13, 2025, the BMW Group's MINI brand officially delivered the 2025 JCW ACEMAN Electric. This high-performance pure electric SUV, manufactured by Spotlight Automotive, has launched with a starting price of RMB 299,800. With a 190kW motor, a 412km range, and JCW-specific sport tuning, it is a unique choice in the 300,000 RMB luxury electric SUV market.
On September 2, 2025, BMW officially announced the launch of the 2026 BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase and BMW i5 models. These facelifted models primarily feature exterior color schemes and features. The BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase is available in seven trim levels with an official suggested retail price of RMB 439,900 to RMB 525,900. The BMW i5 is available in three trim levels with an official suggested retail price of RMB 439,900 to RMB 539,900.
The latest announcement from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that the BMW Group will recall 70,852 electric vehicles in the United States, involving the 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 iX, 2023-2024 i7 and 2024 i5 models. This recall is mainly due to software defects in the electric drive motor, which may cause the vehicle's high-voltage system to shut down unexpectedly, causing a safety hazard of power interruption during driving.
Zhang Zhuo, general manager of BYD Ocean Network Sales Division, officially announced the official pictures of Sea Lion 06 on June 23. The new car is positioned as a mid-size SUV, providing pure electric (EV) and plug-in hybrid (DM-i) dual-power versions. It is expected to be launched at the end of July, with a price range of 160,000-200,000 RMB.
DENZA, a high-end sub-brand of BYD, announced that it will enter the Australian market in the third quarter of 2025. The first batch of models include Denza B5/B8 plug-in hybrid off-road vehicles renamed from Formula Leopard Leopard 5/Leopard 8, as well as Z9 electric station wagon and D9 luxury MPV, marking a major breakthrough for Chinese new energy luxury brands in the right-hand drive market.
On June 6, 2025, foreign media autoevolution captured a set of road test photos of the BMW iX5 M70 electric prototype in Germany. This high-performance pure electric SUV built on the CLAR platform is expected to be released in the fall of 2026, and may replace the current X5 M Competition as the brand's new electric SUV flagship.
