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BMW Group registers annual growth of 25% in India

By Niranjan Mudholkar,

Added 06 January 2018

Debuts BMW Motorrad in India with sales of 252 motorcycles within nine months of launch

 

BMW Group has delivered its finest performance in India till date in calendar year 2017 with all three brands - BMW, MINI and Motorrad. BMW Group India delivered 9800 cars (BMW + MINI) in 2017, registering a growth of 25% as compared to 2016. BMW India sold 9379 cars in 2017, clocking a notable growth of 25% as compared to 2016. MINI is leading the small-premium car segment in India with 421 MINIs hitting the road in 2017, a growth of 17% as compared to 2016.

In the first year of its operations in the country, BMW Motorrad has created a strong appeal among Indian customers, delivering 252 motorcycles.

Vikram Pawah, President - BMW Group India, said, "2017 was a challenging year for the automotive industry in India that adversely affected stability and impacted consumer confidence due to several policy fluctuations. BMW Group India has achieved this successful growth as a result of its robust strategy, a resolute approach in its implementation and absolute commitment to all customers and their needs. We have created a differentiating factor in the Indian luxury car market with the strength of our brands, products and innovative customer initiatives."

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