BMW offers $500 in public charging credits for eligible 2027 EVs
The package for the i5, i7 and iX3 combines a multi-network charging credit with IONNA funds and a year of discounted charging.
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BMW of North America is offering up to $500 in public charging credits to customers who buy or lease eligible 2027 electric vehicles, adding a charging incentive to the i5, i7 and iX3.
Announced on November 5, the package splits the benefit into a $300 BMW ChargingNetwork credit and a separate $200 credit for use at IONNA stations. Buyers also receive a complimentary one-year BMW Membership at IONNA, which provides a 25% discount on charging during the membership period, BMW said.
The BMW ChargingNetwork credit can be used with more than 15 participating charging providers, including IONNA, Shell Recharge, ChargePoint and EVgo. BMW says its app-based network gives drivers access to more than 180,000 compatible public charging points across the United States.
The credits and membership benefits are valid for up to one year from the vehicle's retail date. Customers must enrol through the My BMW app and complete the account setup; eligible credits are then applied automatically to qualifying charging sessions. Once the credits have been used, further sessions are billed to the payment method on file.
The offer also applies to customers who purchased or leased a qualifying 2027 model before the November 5 launch, according to BMW. The package is limited to the named models in the company's announcement, rather than all BMW electric vehicles.
The incentive links new-vehicle sales with BMW's charging services and IONNA, the high-power charging joint venture backed by eight automakers.