Partnership Continued, CATL And BMW’s Cylindrical Battery Cell Supply

BMW’s Cylindrical Battery Cell

A multi-year agreement successfully formed, CATL and BMW Group’s alliance on the supply of cylindrical battery cells.

Sustainably-produced, the battery cells will power the German carmaker's new series of electric models of its NEUE KLASSE starting from 2025.

With the new round cells, the sixth-gen of BMW eDrive technology used in the NEUE KLASSE will be a major leap in EV technology with regards to energy density, charging speed and range.

BMW AG’s management board member for purchasing and supplier network, Joachim Post remarked, "We are delighted that the BMW Group and CATL are expanding their successful cooperation. We will continue our partnership for the next generation of battery cells from 2025 onwards. Our two companies will continue to lead the way in the future and are clearly committed to sustainable, environmentally-responsible practices."

BMW’s Cylindrical Battery Cell

According to the agreement, CATL will deliver to BMW Group the new cylindrical battery cells, which come with a standard diameter of 46 MM.

It will be produced at two of CATL's future battery plants in China and Europe, each with an annual capacity of up to 20-GWh dedicated to BMW Group.

Also, CATL will primarily utilize renewable energies and secondary materials for the production of the high-performance battery cells.

Notably, cobalt and lithium elements used for the new generation of battery cells will be sourced from certified mines.

BMW’s Cylindrical Battery Cell

The combination of BMW Group's NEUE KLASSE architecture and CATL's innovative low-carbon battery technologies will enable both companies to maintain their leading position. 

Specifically in e-mobility transition in Europe and the world, marking another important milestone for the special partnership between the two entities with shared vision for a greener future.

CATL’s founder and chairman, Robin Zeng, concluded, "The BMW Group is a special and primary partner to CATL. With our diverse cutting-edge portfolio of products and technologies, we are confident to offer the best solution to power BMW Group's future-generation electric luxury vehicles. We look forward to developing and delivering more competitive and sustainable solutions for our partners to promote global drive for e-mobility and energy transition."

BMW’s Cylindrical Battery Cell