The new generation BMW 3 Series G50 and G51 with internal combustion engines, production in Dingolfing and estimated prices in Romania
The mid-size car segment is marking a historic milestone with the official start of production for the new generation of the BMW 3 Series, available in sedan (G50) and touring (G51) body styles. Just a few months after the Munich-based manufacturer gave the go-ahead for the all-electric version at its main plant, the flagship plant in Dingolfing is taking over for the combustion engine-powered models, consolidating its position as a central pillar in the brand’s global production network.
A solid tradition: The history of the 3 Series at the Dingolfing plant
The relationship between the Dingolfing plant and the 3 Series family spans decades of industrial excellence.
- Tradition since 1980: The first examples of the mid-size sedan began to be assembled at this plant over four decades ago, transforming the factory into a benchmark of precision and efficiency.
- Historical milestone: Over the years, over 1.15 million BMW 3 Series cars have left the gates of the Dingolfing plant, a figure that attests to the huge success and relevance of the model in the history of the Bavarian manufacturer.
Industrial synergies: Flexible production alongside the 4 Series and 5 Series, supported by the Landshut plant
The new generation of the mid-size sedan benefits from an extremely flexible and modernized production infrastructure.
- Shared assembly line: The new G50 and G51 models with thermal engines are manufactured in the same assembly hall with their larger siblings in the range, respectively the 4 Series, 5 Series, but also with the high-performance iX electric model, optimizing logistics processes and production times to the maximum.
- The Landshut plant's contribution: A vital part of the mechanical and interior components is provided by the BMW plant in Landshut. The high-precision crankcases for the 4- and 6-cylinder engines, the associated cylinder heads and the cardan shafts are produced here. Essential elements for the interior, such as components for the digital instrument cluster and the glove box assembly, are also manufactured in Landshut.
Future plans: Plug-in Hybrid version scheduled for 2027
The Bavarian manufacturer's electrification strategy continues to expand systematically at the Dingolfing plant.
- Debut of the PHEV version: In addition to the thermal models now entering series production, brand representatives confirmed that, starting in 2027, the plant will also assemble the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of the mid-range sedan.
- Flexibility on the production line: This approach allows the factory to dynamically respond to market demands, seamlessly integrating diverse propulsion technologies on the same assembly line.
Availability and estimated prices for the Romanian market
For the brand's customers and enthusiasts in Romania, the launch of the new generation represents one of the most anticipated automotive events of the coming period.
Launch schedule: The first units destined for showrooms in the authorized network in Romania are expected to arrive in the first part of next year, with official orders to be opened progressively as the production schedule of the Dingolfing plant advances.
Price estimates:
- The starting price for basic versions equipped with thermal engines (gasoline and diesel with mild-hybrid technology) is estimated to be around 46,000 - 49,000 euros, VAT included.
- For higher trim levels, xDrive all-wheel drive models or well-equipped Touring body variants, list prices will frequently climb towards the 55,000 – 68,000 euro range.
- The future plug-in hybrid versions, scheduled for production from 2027, will be positioned at the top of the range, with prices estimated to start at approximately 62,000 - 65,000 euros, depending on the technology packages selected.