BMW introduces first hydrogen vehicle to enter series production

BMW has launched its iX5 Hydrogen, marking the company’s first hydrogen-powered vehicle to enter series production. 

The vehicle is part of an expanded BMW X5 line-up that now offers five different drivetrain options: petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid, battery electric, and hydrogen fuel cell.

The new hydrogen model reflects BMW’s commitment to offering flexible, sustainable mobility solutions worldwide. “By launching the new BMW X5 with a choice of five drive system variants, we are once again demonstrating our leading position as a technology pioneer,” said Joachim Post, BMW AG Board Member for Development.

Built in collaboration with Toyota, the iX5 Hydrogen features BMW’s third-generation fuel cell system, which is more compact, more powerful, and more efficient than previous versions, offering longer range and improved energy use.

BMW’s technology-open approach is backed by its HyMoS (Hydrogen Mobility at Scale) initiative, which aims to expand hydrogen infrastructure, especially in urban areas. The initiative supports hydrogen refueling ecosystems by pooling demand across different vehicle segments, from cars to buses and trucks. A pilot phase is already underway in Germany and France.

Series production of the iX5 Hydrogen is set to begin in 2028.