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Magna Steyr

Automobile manufacturer

Magna Steyr
Summary

Automobile manufacturer

FieldValue
nameMAGNA STEYR Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH & Co KG
logoMagna_logo.svg
imageMagna Steyr Plant Graz 2018 72 dpi.jpg
image_captionMagna Steyr plant in Graz, Austria
typeLimited public partnership (GmbH & KG)
predecessorSteyr-Daimler-Puch
foundation2001
founderFrank Stronach
location_cityGraz
location_countryAustria
locations
key_peopleRoland Prettner, President
industryAutomotive
Contract manufacturing
productsComplete vehicle automobile manufacturing, automobile components
servicesConsultancy services
revenue
num_employees13,500 (2022)
parentMagna International
homepage

Contract manufacturing

Magna Steyr Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH & Co KG is an automobile manufacturer based in Graz, Styria, Austria, where its primary manufacturing plant is also located. It is a subsidiary of Canadian-based Magna International and was previously part of the Steyr-Daimler-Puch conglomerate.

Magna Steyr engineers develop and assemble automobiles for other companies on a contractual basis; therefore, Magna Steyr is not an automobile marque. In 2002, the company absorbed Daimler AG's Eurostar vehicle assembly facility. With an annual production capacity of approximately 200,000 vehicles as of 2018, it is the largest contract manufacturer for automobiles worldwide. The company has several manufacturing sites, with its main car production in Graz in Austria.

Magna Steyr developed Mercedes-Benz's "4Matic" all-wheel drive (AWD) system, and was the sole manufacturer of all E-Class 4Matic models between 1996 and 2006. The company also undertook substantial development on the BMW X3 and manufactured all original X3s (model code E83), and the Aston Martin Rapide. The company developed several cars on behalf of manufacturers such as the Audi TT, Fiat Bravo and Peugeot RCZ.

History

Magna Steyr GmbH & Co KG was founded in 2001 after Magna International Inc. acquired a majority shareholding in Steyr-Daimler-Puch AG three years earlier.

During the second quarter of 2015, the Magna Steyr battery pack business was sold to Samsung SDI for approximately $120 million.

Production

Current

  • Mercedes-Benz G-Class (1979–present)
  • Toyota GR Supra (2019–present)
  • W Motors Fenyr SuperSport (2019–present)
  • Aion UT (2025–present)
  • Aion V (2025–present)
  • XPeng G6 (2025–present)
  • XPeng G9 (2025–present)
  • XPeng P7+ (2026–present)

In March 2017, Magna Steyr started to produce the new BMW 5 Series sedan; production was shared with BMW Group's manufacturing plant in Dingolfing, Germany, until the new eight generation of the 5 Series.

In early December 2016, Magna International announced it will build the new Jaguar I-Pace, the company’s first battery electric vehicle. Jaguar later said Magna Steyr will also assemble its E-Pace crossover, starting later in 2017 and ending in 2024. Magna Steyr confirmed the deal following Jaguar's announcement. Production for the I-Pace started in early 2018 and ended in 2024.

Fisker Ocean

In January 2020, Sony presented a concept car, the Sony Vision-S, which was developed and built in cooperation with Magna Steyr. In October 2020, Magna International announced it would build a new electric vehicle, the Fisker Ocean, while taking a 6% ownership interest in Fisker Inc. Also the Ineos Grenadier 4x4 has been developed with expertise from Magna Steyr, with subsidiary Magna Powertrain working on the development of the chassis and suspension and the car being built at the former Smartville plant at Hambach in France.

Past models

  • Voiturette (1904)
  • Alpenwagen (1919)
  • Puch 500/650/700c/126 (1957–1975)
  • Haflinger (1959–1974)
  • Pinzgauer (1971–2000)
  • Bitter SC (1983-1989)
  • Volkswagen Transporter T3 4x4 (1984–1992)
  • Volkswagen Golf Country (1990–1991)
  • Audi V8L (1990–1994)
  • Chrysler Voyager (April 1992 – December 2007)
  • Jeep Grand Cherokee ZG, WG (1992–2004)
  • Mercedes-Benz E-Class W210 (1996–2002) (all-wheel-drive)
  • Mercedes-Benz M-Class W163 (1999–2002)
  • Chrysler PT Cruiser PG (FY & FZ) (Jul 2001 – Jul 2002)
  • Mercedes-Benz E-Class W211 (2003–2006) (all-wheel-drive)
  • Mercedes-Benz E-Class S211 (2003—2009) (wagon)
  • Saab 9-3 Convertible (2003–2009)
  • BMW X3 (2003–2010)
  • Chrysler 300C LE (2005–2010)
  • Jeep Grand Cherokee WH (2005–2010)
  • Jeep Commander XH (2006–2010)
  • Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (painted aluminum body) (2009–2014)
  • Peugeot RCZ (2009–2015)
  • Aston Martin Rapide (2010–2012)
  • Mini Countryman (2010–2016)
  • Mini Paceman (2012–2016)
  • BMW 5 Series (2017–2023)
  • Jaguar E-Pace (2017–2024)
  • Jaguar I-Pace (2018–2024)
  • BMW Z4 (2018–2026)
  • Fisker Ocean (2022–2024)

Car components

  • Mercedes-Benz SLK vario-roof assembly – over 500,000 produced since 1996
  • Opel Astra TwinTop convertible roof assembly – 2005–2010

Rear differential

  • FIAT Panda 4x4 mod. 141 (1986–2003) with name Steyr-Puch
  • FIAT Panda 4x4 and Panda 4x4 Cross mod. 319 (since 2012)
  • Renault Scenic RX4 (2000-2003)

Cancelled contracts

Porsche had announced in June 2008 that the Boxster and Cayman models would be manufactured by Magna Steyr from 2012, but this contract was cancelled in December 2009 and transferred to Karmann, a German car assembly company which was recently taken over by Porsche's parent company, Volkswagen. After Fisker cancelled the orders for the Fisker Ocean, 500 employees had to be laid off at the main plant in Graz.

MILA

Magna Steyr MILA Concept

Magna Steyr created the MILA (Magna Innovation Lightweight Auto) brand for its technology and research. Several concept cars have been shown at motor shows.

MILA Concept

The showcar was presented at the IAA in Frankfurt in 2005 as a one-seater sportscar. The first prototype of the CNG-powered vehicle was built in 2006. Mila 2, the two-seater version, followed.

MILA Future

Presented at the Geneva Motor Show 2007, the Mila Future is a sculpture with four roof options: coupé, landaulet, coupster (a crossover between a coupé and a roadster) and roadster.

MILA Alpin

[[Magna Steyr MILA Alpin]] concept

The Alpin was a small, lightweight off-road vehicle for four passengers in a 3+1 seat arrangement announced at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show. It had an unusual mid-engine layout and was based on a low-cost production concept. It was 3540 mm long, 1703 mm wide and 1750 mm high, with a 3-cylinder 1.0 L (999cc) engine in two versions; CNG natural gas or petrol. The petrol version was much lighter, with a weight of 906 kg.

MILA EV

The Mila EV was a plug-in electric vehicle concept based on a modular lightweight platform, displayed at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.

MILA Aerolight

At the Geneva Motor Show 2011, the fifth Mila concept car was presented: Mila Aerolight, a compact four-seater, powered by CNG.

Magna Steyr MILA Blue

MILA Coupic

The sixth concept car in the Mila family, the Mila Coupic, combines three vehicle concepts in one: a SUV coupé which can be transformed into a pick-up or a convertible. It was presented at the Geneva Motor Show 2012.

MILA Blue

MILA Blue is a natural-gas powered lightweight concept vehicle with emissions of of less than 49 g/km. The car achieves a weight saving of 300 kg compared to typical current A-segment vehicles powered by CNG.

MILA Plus

Main article: Magna MILA Plus

MILA Plus combines a lightweight construction with alternative-drive for performance and eco-friendliness. With an all-electric range of 75 km and a vehicle weight of 1,520 kg, MILA Plus achieves reduced CO2 emissions of 32 g/km. It was introduced to the public at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show.

References

References

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  5. (February 2019). "Press Release – Magna Announces Second Quarter and Year to Date Results". Magna International website.
  6. (2016-09-15). "News Release – Magna to Build New BMW 5 Series".
  7. (2016-12-01). "News Release – Magna to Build Jaguar Land Rover I-Pace Vehicle in Graz, Austria".
  8. Klayman, Ben. "Fisker closes deal for supplier Magna to build its SUV, take stake in startup". U.S..
  9. "INEOS Automotive Announces Engineering Partner for the Grenadier Development".
  10. "Ineos adds Magna Steyr as Grenadier development partner".
  11. "Ineos partners with major engineering firm on Grenadier development".
  12. "INEOS partners with Magna Steyr on Grenadier".
  13. "INEOS Grenadier passes gruelling mountain tests with flying colours".
  14. "Business news, local news, expert opinion". [[Birmingham Post]].
  15. Pulman, Ben. (2010-01-20). "Mini Countryman (2010): first official pictures by CAR Magazine".
  16. (9 November 2012). "Mini Paceman review". The Telegraph.
  17. (17 June 2011). "Roof Systems - MAGNA STEYR | Magna International Inc.".
  18. (1 January 2011). "Opel Astra - MAGNA STEYR | Magna International Inc.".
  19. Bell, Matt. (6 June 2019). "FRENCH FAMILY CARS".
  20. (2009-12-21). "Porsche cancels Magna contract". [[Autocar (magazine).
  21. (2024-04-24). "Magna in Graz baut rund 500 Stellen ab". [[ORF_(broadcaster).
  22. "Magna Steyr presents "MILA Concept" : Sporty fun car powered by natural gas".
  23. Ramsey, Jonathon. (2008-02-28). "Geneva '08 Preview: Magna Steyr MILA Alpin concept". [[Autoblog]].
  24. (March 2008). "Compact Off-Roader with Alternative Drive Options". Magna Steyr Fahrzeugtechnik AG & Co KG..
  25. (2009-03-18). "Preview: Obama at Plug-In Center Thurs + News Roundup". [[CalCars]].
  26. http://www.magna.com/xbcr/group_sub-sites/files/download/Magna_Steyr_mila_ev_en.pdf {{dead link. (March 2017)
  27. (26 February 2014). "Magna unveils 'Mila Blue,' a lightweight, natural-gas hybrid concept".
  28. (26 February 2015). "Magna Steyr MILA Plus concept".
  29. "Magna Steyr Mila Plus – hybrid sports car concept debuts Geneva".
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