Who Owns BMW?
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Who owns BMW?
BMW is owned by Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW Group), based in Munich, Germany, which is also home to MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad.
Updated November 2026 · Sources: BMW Group: company · BMW Group: imprint (Munich)
BMW ownership at a glance
| Owned by | Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW Group) |
|---|---|
| Parent based in | Germany |
| Who owns the parent | Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, based in Munich, describes itself as the home of the BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad brands. |
| Sister brands | MINI, Rolls-Royce |
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Frequently asked questions
Who owns BMW?
BMW is owned by Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW Group), based in Munich, Germany, which is also home to MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad.
What country is BMW's parent company from?
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW Group) is based in Germany.
What other brands does BMW Group own?
Besides BMW, BMW Group owns or controls MINI and Rolls-Royce.
Who owns BMW Group?
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, based in Munich, describes itself as the home of the BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad brands.
Sources
- BMW Group: company (Nov 12, 2026)
- BMW Group: imprint (Munich) (Nov 12, 2026)
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