Kuala lumpur: BMW Group Malaysia has begun sales of its first locally assembled fully electric vehicle (EV), the BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport Pro (BMW i5), marking a major milestone in the company's electrification journey as it targets continued growth in the premium segment. Managing director of BMW Group Malaysia Benjamin Nagel said the local assembly of the BMW i5 reflects the group's long-term commitment to Malaysia and the development of the country's electric vehicle ecosystem.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the local assembly of the all-new BMW i5 signifies the progress made from introducing electric mobility to now building it on Malaysian soil. This was highlighted by Nagel at the launch event of BMW's new models. Alongside the i5 model, BMW also unveiled a new EV in its X series, the BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport (BMW iX1), which is expected to launch later.
Nagel announced that the BMW i5 is available for sale immediately, while the BMW iX1 is expected to be available later in the first quarter of this year. The new BMW i5 will be priced at RM368,800, and the iX1 is estimated at RM255,000.
BMW Group Malaysia aims to build on its 2025 performance of 10,800 vehicle deliveries, though no specific sales target has been set for this year. Nagel expressed confidence in continuing to shape the premium segment and further extend leadership in the market.
Nagel also emphasized that BMW Group Malaysia's assembly plant in Kulim, Kedah, plays a strategic role in supporting the regional market. The brand has exported more than 11,800 vehicles to the Philippines and Thailand, reinforcing Malaysia's position as a strategic production hub for the group in ASEAN and the Asia Pacific.
Meanwhile, in conjunction with the Year of the Horse, BMW Group Malaysia introduced a limited-edition MINI Countryman S Fiery Stallion Edition. Inspired by Chinese culture symbolism, the new limited edition model features the 'Fire Horse' silhouette design across the doors and a custom grille emblem with a stallion icon badge. This locally assembled limited-run model is produced in only 18 units and is now available at RM260,888.