2017 BMW X4 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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It could be described as a compact luxury SUV, but that doesn’t feel quite right, which is probably why BMW calls it an SAV - Sport Activity Coupe. And “Activity” does feel like a more accurate descriptor for the 2017 BMW X4, especially when you consider just how active - and athletic - the X4 M40i can be, not to mention what the sloping roofline does to the vehicle’s utility.
The X4 shares most of its engineering and parts with BMW’s X3, which looks like a traditional compact luxury SUV. The difference is obvious - the X4 has the sloping roof that leads BMW to call it a coupe. It’s a unique look, one that will surely mesmerize and entice some consumers. But the roof does compromise utility - the X4 has 17.7 cubic feet of storage behind the rear seats (the X3 has 27.6) and 49.4 cubic feet of space with the rear seats folded flat (the X3 has 63.3).
The M40i trim was introduced in the middle of last year (it replaced the xDrive35i trim), so although that change did happen before this year, it’s still a noteworthy addition to the X4 lineup. There are very few changes for the 2017 year otherwise - there’s now available wireless phone charging and a Wi-Fi hotspot; the iDriver multimedia interface that comes with navigation has been updated; and the M Sport package steering wheel has been redesigned.
The X4 xDrive28i comes with a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that generates 240 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. The engine, a staple of the BMW stable, is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission and sends power to all four wheels with BMW’s highly regarded xDrive all-wheel-drive (AWD) system. It can push the xDrive28i from 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds and gets 20 mpg city/28 highway/23 combined.
The xDrive28i is plenty quick for most drivers - that four banger does more than seems possible - and handles superbly. But if you’re looking for a true performance vehicle beneath that intriguing roofline, the M40i is the way to go.
Now, you will pay for the M40i, which starts at $58,795 (compared to the $46,245 starting point for the xDrive28i), but for those who want a driving thrill, the extra money will be worth it. A 3.0-liter turbocharged I6 powers the M40i, delivering 360 hp and 343 lb-ft of torque to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. The M40i can make the 0-60 jump in just 4.7 seconds and still gets 19/26/21.
The M40i’s transmission, AWD system, suspension, and steering all get special, sportier tuning. The exhaust system is also sport-tuned, and it comes with a resonator so you can enjoy the seductive rumble of the I6 inside the cabin. It handles corners and hugs the road like you’d expect a sporty BMW to - with aplomb. The only comparison in the segment, as far as performance goes, is the Porsche Macan.
The X4's cabin also has the elegance you’d expect of a BMW - high-quality materials, superb craftsmanship, and a tasteful, ergonomic design. There is ample head and leg room in the front, which has a sporty, cockpit feel to it. The rear, with its contoured bucket seats, is definitely best for just a pair of passengers. Head room in the rear is, of course, compromised a touch by the sloping roof.
Standard features for the the xDrive28i include adaptive xenon headlights, LED running lights, a sunroof, power-folding and auto-dimming mirrors, dual-zone climate control, 8-way power front seats, paddle shifters, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, BMW Assist emergency telematics, and a 9-speaker sound system with a USB port and auxiliary jack. The M40i adds all of the performance upgrades, front parking sensors, 20-inch wheels, a Harman Kardon sound system, and other upgrades that can be found in the M Sport and Premium packages available for the xDrive28i.
Both X4 trims come standard with front-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, antilock disc brakes, traction control, stability control, rear parking sensors, active head restraints, and BMW Assist eCall, which includes an emergency assistance button and automatic collision notification. Optional safety features include a rear-view camera, active blind-spot monitoring, a surround-view camera system, lane-departure warning, a forward collision-mitigation system with automatic braking, and adaptive cruise control.
User reviews for 2017 BMW X4
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by Anthony S
Sep 14, 2023
Its an awesome vehicle. Lots of technology infused in the car. HUDs display, sensors, and Launch mode lol.Sep 14, 2023
by Jeanette B
Aug 28, 2022
I think its a great car really fits my life styleAug 28, 2022
by Toto W
Jun 21, 2022
This really isn’t an SUV and lacks what you would want from any SUV. Jun 21, 2022
User rating:
by Anthony S
Sep 14, 2023
Its an awesome vehicle. Lots of technology infused in the car. HUDs display, sensors, and Launch mode lol.Sep 14, 2023
by Jeanette B
Aug 28, 2022
I think its a great car really fits my life styleAug 28, 2022
by Toto W
Jun 21, 2022
This really isn’t an SUV and lacks what you would want from any SUV. Jun 21, 2022
by Anonymous
May 19, 2021
I have the 2018 BMW X4 and I love it!May 19, 2021
by rv j
Sep 23, 2020
I think the 2017 BMW X4 M40i was a great buy and the options are amazing. The X4 is in good condition, minor blemish but to expect for a 3 years old vehicle. The engine is powerful and the interior are well maintained. Overall, its a good buy!Sep 23, 2020
by Jason P
Jun 04, 2020
Very classy, loved it. The dealers price was too high, or I would have purchased it. Jun 04, 2020
by Anonymous
Mar 04, 2020
Too small for what I needed. I ended up getting the x5 instead. Mar 04, 2020
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2017 BMW X4 Pricing
Original MSRP
$45,550 to $58,100Price range
$17,042 to $18,734Average price on CG
$17,050YoY price change
$18,483 to $17,050Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 205 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 12.9 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.39
Engine
Alternator: 210 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: metallic · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: driver side auto-dimming
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt/slide
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: leatherette
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.4
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist · Smart device app function: maintenance status
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Towing and Hauling
Trailer hitch: ready
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 12.9 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: aluminum · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: audio system · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 14
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.39
Engine
Alternator: 210 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: sensor-activated · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 14
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: front
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.4
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist · Smart device app function: maintenance status
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Towing and Hauling
Trailer hitch: ready
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse