BMW is an automaker globally recognized for crafting luxurious, prestigious, and meticulously engineered vehicles. The German brand maintains a robust international presence and is currently executing a major expansion of its North American manufacturing footprint. BMW Group recently completed a $1.7 billion investment initiative at its Spartanburg, South Carolina, facility. This enhanced infrastructure will support assembly for the next-generation BMW X5 alongside six fully electric luxury BMW models.
What's New in Spartanburg, SC?
BMW's major facility expansion in Spartanburg, SC, is built to accommodate production of the all-new BMW X5 as well as six fully electric luxury BMW vehicles. Electric vehicle manufacturing will be anchored by Plant Spartanburg and the newly constructed Plant Woodruff, a dedicated high-voltage battery assembly facility. Together, these modern plants reflect BMW's dedication to a sustainable, consumer-focused future while reinforcing its standing as a forward-thinking, technologically advanced luxury automaker.
Home of X
BMW designates its Spartanburg assembly complex as the "Home of X." This milestone location highlights the vital role the U.S. plays in projecting BMW Group's globally acclaimed reputation across major markets. BMW has maintained a strong U.S. commitment for over 50 years, and its strategic transition toward electrification ensures its position as an industry leader for decades to come. Beyond engineering vehicles tailored to evolving buyer demands, BMW's U.S. investment strengthens national and regional economic growth. Operations support over 120,000 U.S. jobs and contribute an estimated $43.3 billion annually to the national economy.
Plant Spartanburg has achieved exceptional manufacturing figures since opening in 1994, assembling more than 7.3 million BMW vehicles. In 2025 alone, the facility produced 412,799 BMW X models, marking the seventh year total volume surpassed 400,000 units.
About the BMW X5
The newly unveiled BMW X5 serves as a core model produced in Spartanburg. For the first time on a BMW model, the X5 offers five distinct drivetrain options on a single assembly line, including battery-electric, plug-in hybrid, gasoline, diesel, and planned hydrogen fuel cell technology.
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