BMW Group has initiated test vehicle production at its new Plant Debrecen in Hungary, in preparation for series production of Neue Klasse fully electric X models scheduled to begin in late 2025.
“The production of the first test vehicles in Debrecen is an important milestone in commissioning the new plant,” said Milan Nedeljković, BMW AG Board of Management member responsible for production. The current phase involves rigorously testing and optimizing logistics and production processes under real-world conditions.
The initial production run focuses on near-series vehicles, which undergo comprehensive testing across all production stages. Despite involving a limited number of parts, these test vehicles require the same complex logistics and manufacturing precision as full series production.
Daily material and vehicle part deliveries are now routine at the plant, with test vehicles continuously moving through production lines. Each component and production step receives meticulous scrutiny, with special emphasis on validating cutting-edge production systems and their digital connectivity.
The current phase serves multiple strategic purposes: refining manufacturing processes, identifying optimization opportunities, and training new staff on advanced installations and machinery. By cycling test vehicles through complete production sequences, BMW can ensure seamless operational integration before full-scale manufacturing begins.
These extensive system tests will help BMW fine-tune production approaches in the coming months. Close collaboration across all production areas aims to create a smooth and successful series launch of the new electric vehicle models.
This development represents a significant step in BMW’s EV strategy, with the Debrecen plant positioned as a key manufacturing hub for the company’s future electric X model lineup. The facility embodies BMW’s commitment to expanding its electric vehicle production capabilities and infrastructure.
As test vehicle production continues, BMW will progressively implement learnings and optimizations, preparing the plant for full-scale electric vehicle manufacturing in late 2025.
