2015 BMW X4

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Rating7.8

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Midsize SUV
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$44,700 - $48,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Spirited performance

Poor Visibility

Redesigned entirely for the 2015 model year.

Well-crafted interior quality

Basic features like a rear view camera are not standard

M sport package comes with a “comfortable” “sports” seats, a combination that is rare

Specs & Features

$44,700

price

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize SUV, the 2015 BMW X4 SUV goes up against other notable names in the class, like the Acura RDX, the Audi Q5, and the Volvo XC60. Spread across 2 trims, the BMW X4 starts off at a base price of MSRP of $44,700 and carries on to $48,000. Not all trims are built equal, however, as there is 2 powertrains on offer. Starting off is the 2.0L turbo inline-4 and 8-speed automatic transmission base engine. Making 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, this engine makes the BMW X4 capable of accelerating from a standstill to 60 mph in just 5.9 seconds and carries the capability to tow 3,500 pounds. One can also opt for a bigger 3.0L turbo inline-6 engine that is paired to the 8-speed automatic transmission. With 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque, this engine gets you a same towing capacity of 3,500 pounds.

Buying Advice

The BMX X4 comes in 2 trims with the xDrive35i having the bigger performance engine hence recommended. The BMW X4 comes in various optional packages with the Driver Assistance Plus package ($1,900) being the best for the SUV which includes Active driving assistance, Surround View, active blind-spot detection, and more. In other words, buyers can go with either trim level based on the needs.

Trims

    28i
    $44,700 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM/HD/Satellite-Prep
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Fog/Driving lights
    • Leatherette Seat trim
    • Rain sensing windsheild wiper
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof
    35i
    $48,000 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels

Compare to similar cars

Price

$44,700- $48,000

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.8

Horsepower

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque

300 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

Capacity

5

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$35,095- $40,195

Gasoline

7.44

273 hp @ 6200 rpm

251 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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$52,700- $60,200

Gasoline

8.48

354 hp @ 6000 rpm

346 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$39,300- $55,000

Gasoline

8.28

220 hp @ 4450 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$38,500- $45,500

Gasoline

8.55

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$35,000- $38,600

Gasoline

7.14

325 hp @ 7000 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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$41,100- $60,000

Gasoline

7.56

240 hp @ 5500 rpm

250 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$36,600- $42,625

Gasoline

7.08

240 hp @ 5500 rpm

250 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$34,480- $37,980

Gasoline

7.77

235 hp @ 4800 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm

5

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$33,100- $48,525

Gasoline

7.77

240 hp @ 5500 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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2015 BMW X4 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2015 BMW X4

    Ranked #5

    6 sec15.2 sec130 mph
    4.1 sec12.8 sec109 mph
    5 sec13.5 sec156 mph
    2015 Audi SQ5

    Ranked #3

    5.1 sec14.0 sec155 mph
    5.2 sec--
    6.31 sec13.1 sec152 mph

    2015 BMW X4 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2015 BMW X4

      Ranked #4

      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg17.7 gal.354/495.6 mi.
      24 mpg31 mpg27 mpg18.5 gal.-
      22 mpg28 mpg25 mpg15.9 gal.349.8/445.2 mi.
      23 mpg29 mpg25 mpg14.8 gal.340.4/429.2 mi.
      21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/555 mi.
      2015 BMW X3

      Ranked #3

      21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg17.7 gal.371.7/495.6 mi.

      2015 BMW X4 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2015 BMW X4

        Ranked #1

        184.3 in.74.1 in.63.9 in.8 in.110.6 in.
        184.3 in.82.6 in.63.4 in.7.8 in.110.5 in.
        2015 BMW X3

        Ranked #2

        183.8 in.74.1 in.66.1 in.8 in.110.6 in.
        183.5 in.73.7 in.66.1 in.5.4 in.105.7 in.
        2015 Audi SQ5

        Ranked #4

        183 in.75.2 in.65.3 in.8 in.110.5 in.
        182.8 in.74.4 in.67.4 in.9.1 in.109.2 in.

        2015 BMW X4 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2015 BMW X4

          Ranked #8

          17.7 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.51.8 cu.ft.
          17.7 cu.ft.71.6 cu.ft.54.6 cu.ft.
          2015 BMW X3

          Ranked #2

          27.6 cu.ft.108.6 cu.ft.70.8 cu.ft.
          30.8 cu.ft.98.6 cu.ft.67.4 cu.ft.
          32.7 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.66.9 cu.ft.
          2015 Audi SQ5

          Ranked #5

          29.1 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.

          2015 BMW X4 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2015 BMW X4

            Ranked #1

            51.8 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.51.8 cu.ft.-
            54.7 cu.ft.16.5 cu.ft.54.7 cu.ft.-
            67.4 cu.ft.30.8 cu.ft.67.4 cu.ft.-
            42.2 cu.ft.26.1 cu.ft.61.3 cu.ft.-
            2015 BMW X3

            Ranked #5

            70.8 cu.ft.27.6 cu.ft.70.8 cu.ft.-
            12.2 cu.ft.20.3 cu.ft.51 cu.ft.-

            2015 BMW X4 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2015 BMW X4

              Ranked #4

              3500 lbs.910 lbs.4130 lbs.
              4409 lbs.1510 lbs.4112 lbs.
              4409 lbs.1563 lbs.3854 lbs.
              2015 Audi SQ5

              Ranked #2

              4400 lbs.1224 lbs.4409 lbs.
              2015 Audi Q5

              Ranked #2

              4400 lbs.1278 lbs.4079 lbs.
              3968 lbs.-3329 lbs.

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