BMW X4 Review

 BMW X4 Review: Year, Specifications, Customer Experience 

The BMW X4 was the coupe-styled sibling of the X3 — a compact luxury crossover that traded some cargo practicality for a sportier, sloped roofline. Marketed by BMW as a "Sports Activity Coupé," the X4 built a loyal following among buyers who wanted X3-level performance and space wrapped in more dramatic styling. This guide covers its specifications, historical and used-market pricing in USD with approximate INR conversion, real owner feedback, and answers to common buyer questions — including what's happening to the nameplate going forward.

Important Update: The BMW X4 Has Ended Production

Before diving into specifications, it's important for buyers to know: BMW has confirmed that 2025 was the final model year for the X4, and the second generation of the X4 quietly ended production. There is currently no new 2026 BMW X4 available to order. In its place, BMW is developing a fully electric successor, expected to be badged the iX4, built on the brand's newer electric-native architecture and rumored to enter production around late 2026 for the 2027 model year.

This means buyers interested in the X4 today have two realistic paths: shop the used and remaining new-old-stock market for the outgoing (2015–2025) X4, or wait for the electric iX4 to launch. This guide covers the outgoing gasoline-powered X4 in detail, since that's what remains available to buy right now.

BMW X4 Specifications (Final Generation, 2019–2025)

• Body style: 5-door coupe-styled compact crossover SUV
• Layout: All-wheel-drive xDrive standard
• Platform: Shared with the BMW X3
• Engines: Turbocharged 4-cylinder (xDrive30i) and turbocharged inline-6 (M40i), with high-performance X4 M and X4 M Competition variants also offered during its production run
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic
• Fuel economy: Approximately 21 mpg city / 27 mpg highway on the xDrive30i
• Notable feature: Marketed as the second BMW model (after the X6) to use the "Sports Activity Coupé" designation, blending SUV height and practicality with a coupe-inspired silhouette

BMW X4 Price: USD and INR (Approximate, Remaining New/Used Stock)

Since the X4 is no longer in production, pricing below reflects remaining new-old-stock and recent used-market listings rather than a current MSRP. Figures are converted to INR at an approximate reference rate of $1 ≈ ₹88. Treat INR figures as directional only.

Trim	Typical Market Price (USD)	Approx. INR Equivalent
X4 xDrive30i (remaining new stock)	≈ $61,000–$67,300	≈ ₹53.7–59.2 lakh
X4 xDrive30i (recent used)	≈ $40,000–$55,000	≈ ₹35.2–48.4 lakh

Note for Indian buyers: BMW India's model lineup shifts over time, and buyers interested in the X4 in India should check current availability directly with BMW India dealerships, as the nameplate's production wind-down globally will affect new-car availability in every market, including India.

Customer Experience: What Owners Actually Say

What owners loved:

• Distinctive silhouette. The sloped coupe roofline consistently drew praise from owners who chose the X4 specifically over the more conventional X3 for its more dramatic look.
• Strong six-cylinder performance on the M40i, which offered a genuinely engaging inline-six driving experience in an SUV body.
• Shared X3 mechanical goodness. Because it rides on the same platform and engines as the X3, owners reported the same solid handling and build quality with a sportier aesthetic layered on top.

Common criticisms:

• Reduced rear headroom and cargo space compared to the X3 — the direct trade-off for the coupe-like roofline, a limitation inherent to this body style.
• Discontinuation uncertainty. Buyers considering a new X4 late in its production run expressed concern about long-term parts and resale value support once the nameplate transitions to the electric iX4.

Should You Buy a BMW X4 Right Now?

Given the production wind-down, prospective buyers have a genuine decision to make:

• Buy remaining new-old-stock or a recent used X4 if you specifically want the current coupe-SUV body style with a traditional combustion engine.
• Wait for the iX4 if you're comfortable with an electric powertrain and want BMW's latest technology in this body style.
• Consider the X3 if the discontinued status of the X4 is a concern and you're open to the more conventional, currently-in-production body style instead.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the BMW X4 still available to buy new? Production of the X4 ended after the 2025 model year. Buyers can still find remaining new-old-stock at dealerships or shop the used market, but there is no new 2026 X4 currently being built.

2. What is replacing the BMW X4? BMW is developing a fully electric successor expected to be called the iX4, built on the brand's newer electric-native platform, with production rumored to begin around late 2026 for the 2027 model year.

3. What's the difference between the BMW X4 and X3? Both share the same platform, engines, and much of the same technology, but the X4 has a sportier, sloped coupe-like roofline that trades some rear headroom and cargo space for a more dramatic silhouette.

4. Is the BMW X4 available in India? Availability should be confirmed directly with BMW India, as global production wind-down will affect new-car supply into every market including India.

5. What is the fastest BMW X4 variant? Historically, the X4 M and X4 M Competition were the highest-performance variants offered during the model's production run, using high-output turbocharged inline-six engines.

6. Is buying a used BMW X4 a good idea? For buyers who specifically want the coupe-SUV styling with a traditional combustion engine, a recent used X4 can be a sound choice, though it's worth weighing long-term parts and resale support given the nameplate's discontinuation.

7. What is the fuel economy of the BMW X4? The xDrive30i achieved approximately 21 mpg city and 27 mpg highway during its production run.

8. Should I wait for the iX4 instead of buying a used X4? This depends on whether you're comfortable with an electric powertrain. Buyers who prioritize BMW's latest technology and are open to EVs may prefer to wait; those who want a traditional combustion SUV coupe today should look at remaining X4 stock now.