BMW Prices on the Rise

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The Upcoming BMW Price Hike

Upcoming Changes

For those eyeing a 2026 BMW, time is of the essence. Come July 1, 2025, BMW plans to raise prices on its 2026 lineup. This increase varies, but it can stretch up to $2,500 for certain models with an average climb of about 3%. Though one might quickly link these hikes to past tariffs from the Trump era, it’s more a routine adjustment accounting for inflation.

SUVs Take A Hit

The larger increases will affect BMW’s performance SUVs. For instance, the X5 M and X6 M Competition models are going to see a $2,500 upswing. The X5 M, which currently sits at $127,200, will move to $129,700. Similarly, the X6 M will go from $132,100 to $134,600. These models indeed see the highest dollar amount changes, but it’s not the steepest rise percentage-wise.

More Modest Increases

Models like the BMW 4 Series and the Z4 won’t lean quite so harshly on the wallet. Each will experience a $1,100 uptick from their current starting prices of $51,500. Meanwhile, the six-cylinder Z4 M40i, expected to stick around longer than originally planned, may creep up even a tad more than the base version.

M3 Still Competitive

The 2026 BMW M3 sees a $2,380 increase, bumping its total to $78,400 before adding the destination charge. Despite this, it remains substantially more affordable than alternatives like the Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance, starting at $86,050.

EVs Hold Steady

Electric vehicles and specific models like the M2 and any 2025 variants are not affected by this July price hike. It’s worth noting that the most budget-friendly BMW, the 228 Gran Coupe, currently stands at $39,600. The anticipated adjustments won’t topple it over the $40k mark. However, the 2026 models will not include this increase, keeping the entry point for new BMWs reasonable.

Overall, while price increases are never welcome, BMW is managing the adjustments without too much disruption. With ongoing negotiations between German carmakers and U.S. officials, a potential tariff deal could ease future price pressure for imported models.

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