BMW X4 vs. BMW X4 M
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW X4 and BMW X4 M contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW X4 and the BMW X4 M.
When comparing the BMW X4's and the BMW X4 M's specifications and ratings, the BMW X4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The BMW X4 M has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X4's and the BMW X4 M's specifications and ratings, the BMW X4 is a better car than the BMW X4 M.
Pricing: A used 2024 BMW X4 ranges from $51,713 to $73,299 while a used 2024 BMW X4 M is priced between $76,995 to $92,391. For a new model, the BMW X4's price is between $58,776 and $75,459, with the BMW X4 M priced between $84,420 and $94,825.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X4 loses 50.7 percent of its value and the BMW X4 M loses 50.1 percent of its value. This means the BMW X4 M retains 0.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW X4’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the BMW X4 M base engine makes 473 horsepower. The X4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. The X4 M is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 344 miles. This gives the BMW X4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW X4 M. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$58,776 - $75,459
Starting MSRP:
$55,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$50,139
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$22,400 - $79,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$84,420 - $94,825
Starting MSRP:
$79,100
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$50,139
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$22,400 - $79,100
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$61,359
Price Range:
$51,713 - $73,299
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$57,314
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$27,806 - $84,530
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
166
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
13,336
# Good or Great Deals:
62
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$84,530
Price Range:
$76,995 - $92,391
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$57,314
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$27,806 - $84,530
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
8
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
1,223
# Good or Great Deals:
1
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$28,162
Depreciation %:
51.2%
Resale Value $:
$26,838
Residual Value %:
48.8%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
50.5%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
40.4% - 56.6%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$40,235
Depreciation %:
50.9%
Resale Value $:
$38,865
Residual Value %:
49.1%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
50.5%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
40.4% - 56.6%
BMW X4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X4 M Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW X4
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12.2
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
12.3
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
10.7 - 13.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
11.8%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW X4 M
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
12.3
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
10.7 - 13.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
10.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.8 - 26.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.8 - 26.1
BMW X4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 27Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
34 out of / 68Ranking
35 out of / 59Ranking
38 out of / 68Ranking
51 out of / 68Ranking
53 out of / 68BMW X4 M Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 68Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 27Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
33 out of / 68Ranking
39 out of / 68Ranking
51 out of / 59Ranking
53 out of / 68Ranking
54 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW X4 Trim Levels
M40i, xDrive30i
BMW X4 M Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
473 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
457 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.103 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
258 / 344 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
63.8 inches
Length:
187.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4597 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
63.7 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Phytonic Blue Metallic / Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Gray
Brooklyn Grey Metallic / Dark Graphite Metallic
Red
Aventurin Red Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic
Blue
Marina Bay Blue Metallic
Gray
Brooklyn Grey Metallic / Dark Graphite Metallic
Red
Toronto Red Metallic
White
Alpine White
Yellow
Sao Paulo Yellow
Interior Colors
Beige
Canberra Beige
Black
Black
Brown
Cognac / Cognac w/ Contrast Stitching / Mocha
Gray
Oyster
Red
Tacora Red
Orange
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black / Black w/ Midrand Beige Contrast Stitching
Brown
Tartufo
Gray
Adelaide Grey/Black
Red
Not available
Orange
Sakhir Orange/Black
