New BMW 3 Series enters production
Production of the eighth-generation 3 Series has begun in Dingolfing; petrol versions come first, with plug-in hybrids planned from 2027.

On 3 November 2026, BMW announced the start of series production of the eighth-generation BMW 3 Series Sedan at its Dingolfing plant. The site will build combustion-engine versions first, with plug-in hybrid powertrains planned from 2027.
BMW says the new generation adopts the Neue Klasse design language and key technologies, including Panoramic iDrive, a new electrical and electronic architecture, and new driver-assistance systems. The market launch is scheduled to begin gradually in the first quarter of 2027.
This is a global production and launch update. It does not confirm availability, pricing or equipment for any specific market, including Iran.
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