2017 BMW X4

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Rating7.7

Ranked #12 in 

Midsize SUV
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$45,550 - $58,100
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on July 15, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

An excellent engine giving both practicality and performance

Looks fancy but practically is limited, especially in cargo space

Minor changes to the M Sport package

Top-quality interior as expected

Backseat access and the room is limited due to the design of the SUV

Additional features like WIFI, and wireless charging added as optional purchases

Definitely a unique design even among its competitors

Specs & Features

$45,550

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

The 2017 BMW X4 SUV is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Porsche Macan, the Volvo XC60, and the Audi Q5. Spread across a standalone trim, the X4 starts off at a base price of MSRP $45,550. Its 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 and 8-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 6 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the BMW X4 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 23 MPG, a number that is great for the class and highly improves the BMW X4's practicality. It also has a ground clearance of 8.0 inches.

Buying Advice

The base trim xDrive28i is offered with the optional M Sport package ($2,300) and the Premium package ($2,200). While the former package with the M Double-Spoke Light alloy and an increased top speed limiter, the latter includes the extra lumbar support, keyless entry system, etc for that added convenience.

Trims

    28i
    $45,550 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • AM/FM/HD/Satellite-Prep
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    • Leatherette seats
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    M40i
    $58,100 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 355 hp @ 5800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 343 lb.-ft. @ 1350 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.7 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$45,550- $58,100

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.66

Horsepower

355 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque

343 lb.-ft. @ 1350 rpm

Capacity

5

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$44,050- $58,500

Gasoline

7.7

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

7

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$35,670- $43,820

Gasoline

7.22

279 hp @ 6200 rpm

252 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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$40,900- $53,200

Gasoline

7.24

220 hp @ 4450 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$49,000- $65,000

Gasoline

8.12

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

7

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$53,300- $60,800

Gasoline

8.59

354 hp @ 6000 rpm

346 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$40,050- $48,950

Gasoline

6.75

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$56,600- $73,650

Gasoline

7.47

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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$62,500- $77,450

Gasoline

7.58

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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$39,395- $62,895

Gasoline

7.31

310 hp @ 6600 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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2017 BMW X4 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2017 BMW X4

    Ranked #7

    6 sec15.2 sec130 mph
    4.55 sec12.5 sec155 mph
    2017 Audi SQ5

    Ranked #2

    5.1 sec14.0 sec155 mph
    2017 BMW X6

    Ranked #3

    5.2 sec14.1 sec130 mph
    5.3 sec--
    5.4 sec13.8 sec155 mph

    2017 BMW X4 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2017 BMW X4

      Ranked #6

      20 mpg27 mpg23 mpg17.7 gal.354/477.9 mi.
      31 mpg28 mpg30 mpg17.2 gal.533.2/481.6 mi.
      24 mpg33 mpg27 mpg13.2 gal.316.8/435.6 mi.
      25 mpg27 mpg26 mpg19.5 gal.487.5/526.5 mi.
      22 mpg28 mpg25 mpg15.9 gal.349.8/445.2 mi.
      22 mpg28 mpg25 mpg14.8 gal.325.6/414.4 mi.

      2017 BMW X4 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2017 BMW X4

        Ranked #15

        184.3 in.74.1 in.63.9 in.8 in.110.6 in.
        2017 Audi Q7

        Ranked #1

        199.6 in.77.5 in.68.5 in.8 in.117.9 in.
        196.4 in.77.2 in.68.8 in.6.5 in.114.2 in.
        196.4 in.77.2 in.68.6 in.6.5 in.114.2 in.
        196.2 in.77.8 in.67.4 in.5.6 in.111 in.
        195.7 in.78.7 in.72.7 in.8.7 in.115 in.

        2017 BMW X4 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2017 BMW X4

          Ranked #12

          17.7 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.
          24.8 cu.ft.102.5 cu.ft.62 cu.ft.
          18.6 cu.ft.96.8 cu.ft.47.4 cu.ft.
          45 cu.ft.137.5 cu.ft.82.7 cu.ft.
          15.8 cu.ft.149.8 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.
          15.8 cu.ft.149.8 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.

          2017 BMW X4 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2017 BMW X4

            Ranked #1

            51.8 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.-
            12.4 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.68.4 cu.ft.121 ft.
            27.1 cu.ft.37.2 cu.ft.27.1 cu.ft.60 ft.
            42.2 cu.ft.26.1 cu.ft.76.9 cu.ft.98 ft.
            12.2 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.64.7 cu.ft.-
            76.5 cu.ft.15.8 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.-

            2017 BMW X4 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2017 BMW X4

              Ranked #11

              3500 lbs.910 lbs.4130 lbs.
              8201 lbs.1757 lbs.4835 lbs.
              7200 lbs.-3457 lbs.
              6600 lbs.-3296 lbs.
              6500 lbs.1315 lbs.5130 lbs.
              2017 BMW X6

              Ranked #5

              6000 lbs.1110 lbs.4630 lbs.

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