BMW delivered 9,075 cars in the first six months of 2026 in India, clocking highest-ever H1 sales with a 17 percent year-over-year growth. Out of that figure, EVs accounted for 2,359 units, registering a 78 percent YoY sales growth. In fact, the carmaker claims that one in every four models BMW sold between January and June was an EV. "Our decisive hold on electric mobility has solidified BMW Group India as the number one choice in luxury EV segment...we are confident of driving the momentum...for the rest of the year," said President and CEO Hardeep Singh Brar.
BMW H1 2026 sales breakdown
Sales of LWB models rose by 24 percent
BMW claims that long-wheelbase (LWB) cars had a major 52 percent share in overall H1 sales with 4,428 units, which translates to a 24 percent growth over the year-ago period. Originally designed for the Chinese market, these cars appealed to Indian luxury car buyers, especially those who prefer being chauffeur-driven, because of the extra rear-seat space. LWB versions of the BMW iX1 e-SUV and 5 Series and 3 Series ICE sedans are currently sold in the country. Even the next-generation BMW X5 will launch in the LWB guise.
What makes the overall package even more appealing is that all of these cars are locally assembled in India, leading to lower duties than fully imported models. For instance, the iX1 EV is the most affordable LWB model, priced at Rs 51.40 lakh, ex-showroom.
Mini H1 2026 sales breakdown
Sales grew by over 70 percent
In H1, BMW-owned Mini sold 504 cars, clocking over 70 percent growth YoY. Mini claims that that Countryman SUV was its most popular model, and the recently launched C trim is also seeing great demand. The Countryman is followed by the Cooper Convertible and its hatchback counterpart. Special editions launched so far this year, including the Mini Cooper S Victory and GP Inspired, along with the Cooper S Convertible JCW Pack, are already sold out.
With 5,926 units, BMW and Mini SUVs together recorded a 35 percent growth YoY.
6 BMW cars to launch in 2026
Facelifts of 4 cars are also planned for this year
In January, the company had stated that it will introduce six all-new cars, four facelifts and 17 product enhancements this year. So far, it has introduced the X3 30 xDrive, M2 CS, M440i Convertible and X6 M60i. Beyond the expansion of its line-up, BMW Group India plans to expand to 10 new cities in 2026, widening its retail footprint as luxury demand spreads beyond the top metros.