April 14 (Reuters) - BMW reported a 3.5% drop in global deliveries for the first three months of 2026 on Tuesday, as weak demand in China and the U.S. weighed on the German premium carmaker's sales.
BMW Q1 2026 Deliveries Drop 3.5% on Weakness in China and US, Despite Europe Gains
BMW Reports Global Delivery Decline in Early 2026
April 14 (Reuters) - BMW reported a 3.5% drop in global deliveries for the first three months of 2026 on Tuesday, as weak demand in China and the U.S. weighed on the German premium carmaker's sales.
Regional Performance Breakdown
Europe: Modest Growth
The group sold 565,748 vehicles in the quarter. While sales of BMW and MINI brands grew 3% in Europe, it was not enough to offset respective declines of 4.3% and 10% in the United States and China.
United States and China: Significant Declines
United States
BMW saw a 4.3% decrease in deliveries in the United States, contributing to the overall global decline.
China
Deliveries in China dropped by 10%, marking a significant setback for the company in its largest market.
Industry Context
BMW became the latest major German carmaker to report falling deliveries in China, joining peers Mercedes, Porsche, Audi and Volkswagen.
Sources
(Reporting by Amir Orusov, editing by Milla Nissi-Prussak)
