BMW X4 vs. BMW X5
When comparing the BMW X4's and the BMW X5'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 resale value. The BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X4's and the BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the BMW X5 is a better car than the BMW X4.
BMW X4 vs. BMW X5 Pricing
A used 2024 BMW X4 ranges from $58,153 to $74,028 while a used 2024 BMW X5 is priced between $65,912 to $96,463. For a new model, the BMW X4's price is between $58,657 and $75,511, with the BMW X5 priced between $70,091 and $103,721.
BMW X4 vs. BMW X5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X4 loses 47.7 percent of its value and the BMW X5 loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the BMW X4 retains 6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X5.
BMW X4 vs. BMW X5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X4 is 7.5 out of 10 while the BMW X5's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the BMW X4 being ranked 22 out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the BMW X5 being ranked 16 out of 60. Out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the BMW X4 is ranked 27 and the BMW X5 is ranked 20.
BMW X4 vs. BMW X5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X4 is 7.1 out of 10. For the BMW X5 the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW X5 an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X4’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the BMW X5 base engine makes 375 horsepower. The X4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 591 miles. This gives the BMW X5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW X4. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$58,657 - $75,511
Used Asking Price:
$58,153 - $74,028
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$70,091 - $103,721
Used Asking Price:
$65,912 - $96,463
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
BMW X4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW X4 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
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12 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 27Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 27Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
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22 out of / 60Ranking
22 out of / 60Ranking
24 out of / 67Ranking
24 out of / 60Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 60Ranking
27 out of / 67Ranking
30 out of / 60Ranking
31 out of / 60Ranking
31 out of / 55Ranking
35 out of / 67Ranking
37 out of / 60Ranking
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42 out of / 60Ranking
49 out of / 67BMW X5 Rankings
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2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 60Ranking
5 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
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6 out of / 60Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 60Ranking
9 out of / 60Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 67Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 32Ranking
14 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 60Ranking
16 out of / 60Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
20 out of / 32Ranking
21 out of / 32Ranking
22 out of / 32Ranking
24 out of / 60Ranking
30 out of / 67Ranking
42 out of / 55Ranking
48 out of / 60Ranking
55 out of / 60Ranking
58 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
BMW X4 Trim Levels
M40i, xDrive30i
BMW X5 Trim Levels
M60i, sDrive40i, xDrive40i
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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 Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 27 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
504 / 591 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
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:
Standard
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:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.3 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:
4919 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
69.1 inches
Length:
194.2 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 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:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R20
