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A quiet blow to the wallet: BMW takes revenge for tariffs by raising prices for sports coupes
BMW has raised prices for the 2-Series and M2 coupes without making any official announcements. According to updated information on the manufacturer’s website, the increase ranges from $1,600 to $2,750 depending on the version. No updates to the equipment of the models have been recorded.
The price increase coincided with the introduction of a 25 percent duty in the United States on cars manufactured outside the country. The BMW 2-Series and M2 models are assembled at a plant in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, and are fully subject to these tariffs.
Among the affected models:
BMW 230i and 230i xDrive increased in price by $1,600 (129 thousand rubles);
M240i and M240i xDrive — by $2,100 (170 thousand rubles) and $2,750 (222 thousand rubles), respectively;
M2 increased by $2,700 (218 thousand rubles, according to the current exchange rate). 0 reply
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The iconic Batmobile from Bavaria has doubled in price and now costs as much as a Bugatti
The limited edition 2023 BMW 3.0 CSL, released in honor of the 50th anniversary of BMW M GmbH, is rapidly rising in price. One of 50 copies is put up for sale in Germany for $1,346,555 (110.5 million rubles) - almost twice the starting price of $780,000 (64 million rubles, according to the current exchange rate).
The car is equipped with a 3.0-liter inline Biturbo engine with a capacity of 552 hp - the most powerful six-cylinder engine in the history of the brand. The transmission is only a six-speed manual.
The body is handcrafted from carbon fiber and fiberglass at the Dingolfing plant, where Rolls-Royce bodies are also produced. The design is inspired by the original 1973 model, including retro details and a three-color livery.
Demand for the 3.0 CSL exceeds supply, making it a collector's item. Given its exclusivity and hand-assembly, the model could be among the best cars among modern collector coupes. 0 reply
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BMW confidently outpaces rivals Mercedes in Q1
In the first quarter of 2025, BMW strengthened its leadership among premium automakers despite the overall decline in sales in the market. In January-March, the company sold 520,142 cars under its main brand, which is 2% lower than last year. Mercedes-Benz showed a more noticeable decline of 4%, having sold 446,300 cars, including Smart and Maybach.
The total volume of the BMW Group, including MINI and Rolls-Royce, reached 586,149 cars, down 1.4%. The gap with Mercedes widened to 139,849 cars against 131,671 a year earlier.
Europe was a key region for BMW, where sales grew by 6.2%, while Mercedes lost 7%. In China, both brands faced difficulties: BMW sales fell by 17.2%, Mercedes - by 10%. However, BMW offset the decline with success in other markets, especially the US, where growth was 4.1%.
The electric vehicle segment was a breakthrough: BMW increased sales by 32.4% to 109,516 units, including 86,449 BMWs, 22,813 MINIs and 254 Rolls-Royce Spectres. 0 reply
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All BMW Skytops with the “most powerful V8 engine” are already sold out, the car was tested at the Nurburgring
The car, which will be released in a limited edition of only 50 units, is equipped with a 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 engine producing 625 hp. According to the performance data, this is the “sunniest V8 engine”. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h takes just 3.3 seconds, and the engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
The design of the Skytop is inspired by the BMW 507 Roadster and Z8 models: the two-door coupe is distinguished by clear body lines, ultra-thin headlights, a glowing radiator grille and narrow Blade taillights. The interior is designed in a retro style with an emphasis on luxury: the interior is made using red-brown leather, the iDrive system retains the classic design.
The BMW Skytop, priced at around $500,000, will be delivered to owners by the end of 2025. 0 reply
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Attention, BMW drivers: 2025 3, 4, 5 Series, and X3 models are being recalled for an urgent reason
BMW has announced an urgent recall of 4,397 2025 model year vehicles in the United States. The reason is a possible weakening of the connection between the starter-generator and the battery in the mild-hybrid system.
The recall affects 3-, 4-, 5-Series sedans and the X3 crossover, manufactured from October 2024 to March 2025. According to NHTSA, the malfunction can lead to a sudden loss of power, engine stalling, or even overheating with the risk of fire.
The campaign starts on May 23. Owners will be offered free replacement or repair of problematic components. The manufacturer urges you to take the notification seriously - it's about road safety. 0 reply
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