BMW North America has introduced a public charging package for customers purchasing or leasing selected 2027 model-year electric vehicles in the United States. The programme provides $500 in charging credits and a complimentary one-year IONNA membership with discounted charging rates.
The offer applies to the 2027 BMW i5, i7 and iX3. It includes $300 in credits for the BMW ChargingNetwork and an additional $200 specifically for use at IONNA stations.
Charging Credits and Membership Benefits
The BMW ChargingNetwork provides access to more than 180,000 public charging points across the US through the My BMW app. Its network includes operators such as Shell Recharge, ChargePoint, EVgo and IONNA.
Customers also receive a one-year IONNA membership, which provides a 25% discount on charging sessions during the membership period. The credits and membership benefits remain valid for up to 12 months from the vehicle’s retail sale date.
Customers who purchased or leased an eligible 2027 model before the programme launched on November 5, 2026, can also qualify.
IONNA is a charging joint venture involving BMW and seven other automakers. It operates more than 200 locations across the United States, with DC charging capacity of up to 400 kW.
Enrolment Through the My BMW App
To activate the package, customers must set up an account and enrol through the My BMW app after purchasing or leasing an eligible vehicle. Applicable credits are then automatically deducted from qualifying charging sessions.
Once the available balance has been used, further charging costs are charged to the customer’s registered payment method.
Alexander Schleicher, head of e-mobility at BMW of North America, said the programme is intended to simplify public charging access for electric vehicle owners.
Public charging is an important part of the ownership experience for our electric vehicle customers, and our goal is to make it as simple, convenient and seamless as possible. The BMW ChargingNetwork gives our customers the ability to charge at more locations across the U.S., while the integration within the My BMW app makes it easier to find, access and pay for public charging.
The package is part of BMW’s broader efforts to expand public charging access as the automaker continues to grow its electric vehicle lineup in North America.