Rimac BMW partnership news just dropped, and it signals serious momentum. According to a report by BMWBLOG.COM, Mate Rimac has confirmed two more cars are in development alongside the upcoming BMW i7 facelift.
Two Mystery Models Still Under Wraps
Speaking to Automotive News, Rimac declined to name the models or confirm whether they will be fully electric or plug-in hybrids. Still, the i7 gives us a clear blueprint. Rimac cylindrical cells, paired with a Gen5 module, lift energy density by 20 percent. The result is a usable capacity of 112.5 kWh and more than 452 miles of range. For context, our earlier coverage of how BMW squeezed more range from the same battery pack explains why this matters.
Rimac BMW partnership: A Bold Gamble
Winning this business was no quick handshake. Rimac says the Rimac BMW partnership took more than three years, with rival suppliers competing at every stage. Before BMW signed, he had already shown the Munich delegation exactly where their production line would sit. That kind of commitment, building a factory on faith, is what earns trust from engineers who demand precision.
Speculation points toward the facelifted BMW i5, which could receive similar battery upgrades when it debuts in 2027. Like its larger sibling, it would retain the CLAR platform and combine Gen5 and Gen6 technology. As BMW continues to electrify its lineup, these supplier relationships look less like experiments and more like the backbone of Munich’s strategy.
Where This Pipeline Leads Next
Ultimately, the Rimac BMW partnership sends a clear message to rivals. On paper, a Croatian supplier holding its own against Chinese cell makers is impressive. In reality, it proves that commitment in steel and concrete still wins contracts. Whatever these two mystery cars turn out to be, the pipeline is full, and the next chapter will be worth watching closely.
Marcus Vance
Senior Track & Performance Editor at Auto News Magazine. Veteran automotive journalist specializing in chassis dynamics, apex telemetry, track-day specials, and high-revving mechanical purity.
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