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2018 BMW X4 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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How would you describe the BMW X4? A 4-door coupe on stilts? A tall wagon with a sleek roof? The X4 follows in the footsteps of the X6 by taking an existing SUV—in this case, the X3—and shaving off a fair amount of the roof. The end result is a unique and polarizing SUV that stands out from the growing crowd of compact luxury SUVs. The only change of note for 2018 is a restructuring of the option packages into a tier system. For instance, if you want the second-tier Premium package, you’ll need to unlock it by ordering the first-tier Convenience or M Sport package. The 2018 X4 will be offered in base xDrive28i and performance M40i trims.
The front end of the X4 is the same as the X3, with large twin kidney grilles and a pair of xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights. The M Sport package, which is standard on the M40i trim and optional on the XDrive28i, amps up the aggression with a body kit, window trim, 20-inch wheels, and an M steering wheel.
The sleek styling of the X4 does carry some hefty penalties, however. Cargo space is quite small for the class, with just 17.7 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 49.4 cubic feet with the seats folded. By comparison, the X3 offers 27.6 cubic feet behind the rear seats and a total of 63.3 cubic feet when the seats are folded. While the driver and front passenger have ample head- and legroom, rear-seat passengers must contend with the seat cushions being mounted uncomfortably low and a limited amount of headroom due to the sloping roof. If you want the sleek looks of the X4 but aren’t willing to sacrifice passenger comfort, you might want to consider the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe.
Inside the X4’s cabin, the driver and passenger seats are 8-way power adjustable and the dashboard is well-organized, with all controls within easy reach. BMW’s iDrive system with a 6.5-inch screen comes standard, while an optional navigation system adds a larger 8.8-inch screen and touchpad controller. There is a learning curve to using iDrive, as it takes a few extra steps to perform certain functions, but it becomes second nature once you get the hang of it.
Most X4s will wear a xDrive28i badge, which means that a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine good for 240 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque sits under the hood. If you’re looking for more power, the M40i packs a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine with 355 hp and 343 lb-ft. Both powertrains come paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive (AWD) system. Reviewers note that the xDrive28i is perfect for most buyers, as it packs more than enough power for the daily drive, while speed demons will be thoroughly impressed with the M40i. With a 0-to-60 time of 4.7 seconds, it leaves even some sports cars in the dust. Fuel-economy figures stand at 20 mpg city, 28 highway, and 23 combined for the xDrive28i and 18, 25, and 21 for the M40i.
The X4’s handling is a bit of a mixed bag, depending on the model and features. The xDrive28i has slightly softer feel, which allows for a little bit more body roll when cornering, although opting for the M Sport Package will add a stiffer suspension setup for improved handling. The M40i, on the other hand, is a surprising vehicle right out of the box, with quick steering and little body motion. It can give the likes of the Porsche Macan or Jaguar F-Pace a run for their money on curvy roads. For daily driving, the 28i is the better choice, as its softer suspension setup allows it to smooth over bumps better than the M40i. An adaptive damper system, which automatically adjusts the firmness of the shocks, is available as an option for both models.
In terms of safety features, all X4s come with anti-lock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear parking sensors, a reversing camera, a full set of airbags, and BMW’s Assist eCall telematics system. Options include a surround-view camera system, blind-spot monitoring, forward-collision warning with automatic braking, parking assist, and adaptive cruise control. The X4 has not yet been crash tested by either the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
User reviews for 2018 BMW X4
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by Kimberly T
Jun 27, 2022
Very nice car. The interior was great. Really love ghe shape and look of the exterior. Jun 27, 2022
by Tierney R
May 30, 2022
Excellent condition lots of upgrades. Great values - $2000 less than blue book value. No hassles. May 30, 2022
by Anonymous
May 08, 2022
I really love the BMW X4 it’s so unique and different. It’s my favorite suv ever!!May 08, 2022
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by Kimberly T
Jun 27, 2022
Very nice car. The interior was great. Really love ghe shape and look of the exterior. Jun 27, 2022
by Tierney R
May 30, 2022
Excellent condition lots of upgrades. Great values - $2000 less than blue book value. No hassles. May 30, 2022
by Anonymous
May 08, 2022
I really love the BMW X4 it’s so unique and different. It’s my favorite suv ever!!May 08, 2022
by Victor W
Jun 23, 2021
Great model I want it to be mine but it Is a great car
Jun 23, 2021
by Suzanne G
Mar 06, 2021
This is such a nice luxurious crossover. I contemplated the X4 and the Tesla Y and am so glad I decided to go with the BMW. Definitely worth the money, I feel like you get what you pay for and BMW has never let me down!Mar 06, 2021
by Jose L
Jan 25, 2021
It’s a great suv But not much legroom in the backJan 25, 2021
by Angelika S
Dec 28, 2020
I’ve had a great experience! Absolutely love my new purchase!Dec 28, 2020
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2018 BMW X4 Pricing
Original MSRP
$47,600 to $59,250Price range
$19,161 to $21,304Average price on CG
$19,161YoY price change
$21,266 to $19,161Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front 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 · HD 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: leatherette · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · 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: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · 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
Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: polished aluminum · 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: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: aluminum
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: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: auto delay off · 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: sliding sunshade
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
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: 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): rear
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: variable intermittent · 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 · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · 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: aluminum · Door trim: leather · 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: 2 driver · 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: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · 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: liftgate · 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: cornering · 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: anti-trapping feature
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
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: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · 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