BMW XM Body Shop Tour at Zentrum Museum, SC
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Basic fitness required to walk up to one mile on flat factory floors.
Overview
Step inside BMW’s Spartanburg factory for a detailed look at the XM hybrid and X5 assembly. Witness robotic precision and groundbreaking automotive innovation firsthand.
Approx. 1 hour & 10-min. XM Body Shop, begins Monday, 9/8/25! Come see how our XM Hybrid and X5 both begin to take shape through our automated welding processes.
Ages 12+, Rates+ taxes per person, Students $15 (ages 12 to 18), Adults $20
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About This Adventure
Experience the cutting-edge world of BMW at the Spartanburg factory, where the revolutionary XM hybrid and other high-performance vehicles are crafted. Witness the precision of robots assembling car bodies in a sprawling 7 million square feet facility. This unique tour offers an insider's look at the making of the Ultimate Driving Machine.
Tour Summary, Tour
Approx. 1 hr. and 10 minute tour includes the timing to travel between the BMW Zentrum and the XM Body Shop plus the time spent inside the factory.
Please note - all tour participants must be 12 years of age or older!
The BMW XM is the first ever high-performance car with an electrified drive system (hybrid) from BMW M. It’s also the first BMW M original design since the BMW M1 in 1978. See the intricate processes as hundreds of robots weld high-strength steel parts together for the BMW XM & X5 body. BMW car bodies are known worldwide for the safety and premium quality. Don’t miss this opportunity to see how the Ultimate Driving Machine begins.
The physical size of BMW Plant Spartanburg is approximately 7.0 million square feet with the recent addition of a newest XM body shop, an expansion of the X5/X6 assembly hall, and an expansion of logistics. Current construction includes the expansion of Assembly North (X3/X4 assembly) by 140,000 square feet and renovation/re-tooling of the first-generation X4 body shop.
Currently, BMW Manufacturing produces more than 1,400 vehicles each day. The factory is the global producer of BMW X3, X4, X5, X6, X7 and the XM Sports Activity Vehicles and Coupes (and their variants) to more than 120 global markets.
Zentrum closed no tours
*Monday, 9/1 Labor Day *Wednesday thru Friday, October 22 - 24th for a private internal event *Thursday & Friday 11/27 & 11/28 Thanksgiving Break *Annual Winter Plant Shut Down 12/2/25 thru 1/4/2026
Tour Guidelines
-General Infection Prevention Measures and Protocols.
**The BMW Group, the health and safety of our associates, business partners, and customers are our top priority. Wellness Checks: If you or anyone in your group is experiencing Covid or Flu symptoms, we will work directly with you to cancel or reschedule your tour.
- All guest MUST arrive 30 minutes prior to the set tour departure time to check in for their tour at the BMW Zentrum -- Tour participants must be 12 years of age or older, with proof of age at check in required. -- Guests 18 and older must present a picture ID upon arrival for a scheduled tour.
- ** Completely enclosed shoes are required to tour our facility. No flip flops, high heels, open toe, open side, or open heel shoes are permitted. You will NOT be permitted on the tour if your shoes do not meet the guidelines. No Exceptions.**
- Cameras and camera phones are not permitted inside the factory. Cell phones must be turned completely off during the tour. Please leave personal belongings locked in your vehicle.
- Tour participants will walk a distance of about 1 mile.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early for Check-In
All guests must arrive 30 minutes before the tour start time to complete check-in procedures.
Wear Enclosed Shoes
Only closed-toe shoes are permitted inside the factory—no flip-flops or open heels allowed.
No Photography Inside Factory
Cameras and cell phones must be turned off and stowed away during the factory portion of the tour.
Prepare for Moderate Walking
Expect to cover about one mile on foot across factory floors and connecting facilities.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-tailed deer often seen near wooded areas nearby
- Local bird species including pileated woodpeckers
History
BMW Plant Spartanburg opened in 1994, becoming the company’s largest global production facility.
Conservation
BMW emphasizes sustainable manufacturing practices, including waste reduction and energy efficiency at the Spartanburg plant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Closed-Toe Shoes
Required for safety reasons to walk on factory floors.
Photo ID
Necessary for guests 18 and older to confirm identity at check-in.
Weather-Appropriate Clothing
Dress comfortably for travel to and from the factory; factory interior is climate-controlled.
seasonal specific
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated before and after the tour, especially during warmer months.
summer|spring|fall specific