BMW will launch two compact electric cars

BMW will launch a new line of electric vehicles called Neue Klasse by 2025. The first models of the so-called Neue Klasse will be a compact sedan and a sports crossover, but they will be joined by two basic-level cars: i1 and i2 in few years. According to the Bimmer Post, the electric "one" will be not released until 2027, and the "two" - only in 2028.

According to Motor.ru portal, both models will be built with new electrical architecture lithium-ion batteries of the next-generation. These batteries are going to use cells of a different format and composition, which will give a 20 percent increase in power and will slightly increase the range. Cells for Neue Klasse will be produced by "giga factories" in Europe and China. BMW partners will be CATL and EVE Energy.

In addition, Neue Klasse models will use for the first time "environmentally friendly" plastics. Elements of the external and internal decor of electric cars will be made from recycled fishing nets and ropes, and they will make up about 30 percent of all raw materials.