BMW is hurrying to ramp up production of the new i3 after opening orders early due to stronger-than-expected demand. BMW i3 enters production as demand surgesThe i3 is BMW’s second Neue Klasse model, following the iX3. The accomplishment comes just nine months after kicking off series production, making it the fastest ramp-up at a new BMW plant to date. BMW i3 enters series production at BMW Plant Munich (Source: BMW)BMW opened orders for the i3 50 xDrive Launch Edition in Germany on June 18, starting at €75,340 ($86,400). BMW i3 50 xDrive First Edition (Source: BMW)In the US, the 2027 BMW i3 50 xDrive has an EPA-estimated driving range of about 440 miles, using the same 108.7 kWh battery.