When we talk about the future of the auto sector, there comes a concept called an electric car. Almost all the prominent automakers have started introducing electric cars in different markets. In fact, many of the automakers are considering bringing electric cars to India as well. After the Audi e-Tron, Mercedes EQC, Jaguar I-Pace, and Ford Mustang Mach-E were announced to be introduced in India, BMW is also planning to catch up as well but this time with its Mini brand.
According to a report by ET Auto, BMW Group is looking into the possibility of launching an electric car under the Mini brand in India. If the market is ready to welcome electric mobility, we will be there. We have a plant in Chennai, this helps us to have, let's say, a more approachable price tag or a different category of customer," Francois Roca, head of Mini in Asia
According to a report by ET Auto, BMW Group is looking into the possibility of launching an electric car under the Mini brand in India. If the market is ready to welcome electric mobility, we will be there. We have a plant in Chennai, this helps us to have, let's say, a more approachable price tag or a different category of customer," Francois Roca, head of Mini in Asia
Pacific, Eastern Europe, Middle East & Africa regions told ET.
He further said that the company is studying the feasibility of its electric vehicles in India. It is worth mentioning here that BMW unveiled the MINI Cooper Electric earlier this year in July. Visually, the model nails the Mini design and is in line with the standard Cooper S.
Under the hood, the electric motor in the Mini SE puts out 184 bhp and 270 Nm of peak torque and can clock triple-digit speeds in 3.9 seconds, while 0-100 kmph comes up in 7.3 seconds. The Cooper SE has a driving range of 235-270 km from its 32.6 kWh battery based on the WLTP cycle.
As of my last update in January 2022, the BMW Group had indeed expressed plans to introduce electric vehicles (EVs) to various markets globally, including India. The Mini brand, which is part of the BMW Group, has been expanding its electric vehicle lineup, with models like the Mini Electric already available in certain regions.
Bringing an electric Mini to India aligns with the broader trend of automakers focusing on electrification and sustainable mobility solutions. However, specific timelines and details regarding the launch of the electric Mini in India would depend on various factors such as market demand, infrastructure readiness, government policies, and regulatory requirements.
It's essential to check for the latest updates from BMW Group or reputable automotive news sources for the most current information regarding their plans for electric vehicle introductions in India.