BMW India has registered a new half yearly sales record by delivering 5171 units between the period of January to June 2018. This is a growth of 13 % when compared to last year.
For the breakup the BMW Group sold 4890 MW cars which is a growth of 12 %, 281 units of Mini that is a growth of 30 % compared to 2017. The first half of the year has also seen BMW Motorrad sell 208 units.
BMW launched the third gen X3 SUV and the 6 GT earlier this year. The car maker also brought in the all new Countryman. BMW says the growth is mainly because the Sport Activity Vehicle (SAV) has grown by 26% as compared to 2017 and the X3 has led the segment growth by 60% as compared to last year.
BMW has also introduced Euro 6 compliant petrol engines in its India portfolio. The petrol models have registered a growth of 92% in 2018 says BMW India.
Mr. Vikram Pawah, President – BMW Group India, said, “Our strategy of focusing on introducing new and innovative product segments in the Indian luxury car market has started showing results. The BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo and the BMW X3 have already exceeded our expectations and we see remarkable sales contributions coming from both in the future. Also, introduction of Euro 6 petrol engines in our product portfolio has played an important role in our strategy. We understand the changing aspirations of our customers and will continue to introduce innovative products and services that will excite them and spread ‘Sheer Driving Pleasure’.”
