BMW's Big Move: Adding Range Extenders to Electric Cars

GermanyTue Nov 25 2025
BMW, a well-known car company, is thinking about adding range extenders to some of its electric vehicles. This idea comes as more and more people in China are showing interest in this technology. Range extenders are small engines that give electric cars a longer driving range. The company is considering adding this feature to its larger and more expensive models, like the X5 SUV and the 7-Series sedan. These cars have enough space to fit a small engine. If BMW goes through with this plan, it could be the first German car company to offer this technology in Europe. This move is interesting because range extenders are not very common in Europe yet. But in China, they are quite popular. This shows how car companies are always looking at new ideas to make their products better and more appealing to customers. It's also important to note that this is not a final decision yet. The company is still discussing and planning. So, it might be a while before we see these changes in the market.
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    Could BMW's move to range extenders be a secret plot to undermine the growth of fully electric vehicles in Europe?
    Will BMW's range-extended X5 SUV be able to outrun a charging cable in a race?
    Will the range extender make the 7-Series sedan so heavy that it becomes the first car to need a forklift to move it?

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