BMW begins production of all-new X3 vehicles at Chennai plant

BMW Group has begun production of the all-new BMW X3 at its plant in Mahindra World City, near here.

It will be launched next month in India, according to Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India.

``The all-new BMW X3 combines outstanding ride quality in all terrains with unlimited everyday practicality,’’ said a release quoting Mr. Pawah.

“We are excited to start local production of the much-awaited third generation BMW X3. The all-new BMW X3 offers advanced design language, innovative technologies and top-of-the-line equipment. BMW Group Plant Chennai is proud to locally-produce the latest and one of the most diverse product portfolios that has the highest standards of quality, distinguished workmanship and uncompromising engineering. We are confident that the all-new BMW X3 produced in Chennai will further increase our momentum in the Indian luxury car segment,” said Jochen Stallkamp, Managing Director, BMW Group Plant Chennai.

The Chennai plant locally produces the BMW 3 Series, the BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo, the BMW 5 Series, the BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo, the BMW 7 Series, the BMW X1, the BMW X3 and the BMW X5. The plant will start local production of MINI Countryman this year.