BMW iX1 drives EV sales surge in crucial segment

BMW iX1 nose left grey Arc 2024 — European sales of the BMW iX1 were up 54 percent to 29,851 in the first seven months of the year. (BMW)

September 03, 2024 02:00 AM

The premium compact SUV segment is now Europe’s third largest for full-electric sales after strong demand for EVs led by the BMW iX1 boosted the entire segment.

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