2021 BMW X4 Review

Name: 2021 BMW X4 Review
Brand: BMW

Price: $30,990

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Thanks to its sleek fastback-style roof, the 2021 X4 will appeal to shoppers who think the related X3 is too dull and predictable. You lose some utility in the process, and you have to pay more compared to the X3, but overall the X4 succeeds in its mission to be a stylish and sporty SUV.

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2021 BMW X4 Review

by the Edmunds Experts

What's new

No significant changes for 2021
Part of the second X4 generation introduced for 2019

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2021 BMW X4 xDrive30i 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.54 per gallon for premium unleaded in Arkansas.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Arkansas

$172/mo

$159/mo

Avg. Midsize SUV

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

3.5/5Above Average

#16 out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the BMW X4 from 2008-2022.}

$752/yr

vs. $602/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize SUV

Frequency

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0.79x/yr

vs. 1.09x/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize SUV

Severity

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15.4%

vs. 9.4%
for Average Luxury Midsize SUV

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BMW X4 Reviews

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4.4

17 reviews

5(70%)

4(18%)

3(0%)

2(5%)

1(7%)

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Fun to Drive

NYRIZ, 04/17/2021

2021 BMW X4 M40i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

The ride is smooth. However in sport plus on regular streets will snap you back a bit. The exterior styling is great and you will get looks and comments. Not a true M Car but the M40i makes more sense for a daily driver. X4 M40i and X4M 0-60 times are too close to justify paying $10,000 more for the privilege of driving an M car

Great look and fun to drive.Impressive interior

sdskyguy, 04/18/2019

2019 BMW X4 xDrive30i 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

We drove the Audi Q5, Mercedes GLC 300, Lincoln Nautilus, and this beauty won out for it's striking looks especially with our M package. The 30i engine is smooth, powerful for a Turbo 4 and gets 29 on the Hwy, and 25 Combined mileage. The surround camera system and blind spot warnings we bought makes visibility fantastic. Yes the back seat roof line doesn't accommodate 6 ft. plus people …

The Swiss Army Knife of Cars!

TrackDad, 04/08/2020

2020 BMW X4 M40i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

I was looking for a mid-sized vehicle that drives more like a car with 'some' of the practicality and utility of an SUV. This 'SAV' sports activity vehicle is phenomenal to drive (M40i engine) with excellent handling and close to sedan like feel. No, it doesn't drive like a pure sedan, but it's closer to a sedan than anything with 8" of ground clearance. And it handles 10 times better …

Time for something different.

Enthused, 10/13/2018

2019 BMW X4 M40i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

Time to upgrade my SUV and wanted a different look than all the other full-size SUV's out there. The X4 fills the bill perfectly. Fit and finish on the interior shows all the high quality materials and details that you should expect in a BMW and I really was pulled to the exterior styling. I thought I'd mind the contracted rear view available but with the rear camera, it's a non-issue. …

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2021 BMW X4, so we've included reviews for other years of the X4 since its last redesign.

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2021 X4 Highlights

Type:

SUV

Trim:

xDrive30i

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$51,600
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	25 MPG
Cost to Drive	$172/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	18.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the X4 models:

BMW Assist eCall: Automatically calls for help in the event of a collision and allows passengers to notify roadside assistance with a single button.
Blind-Spot Detection: Warns with visual alerts or vibration through the steering wheel if there is a vehicle in or approaching your blind spot.
Forward Collision Warning: Alerts you if the system detects a possible front collision and automatically applies the brakes if you don't react in time.

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2021 BMW X4 xDrive30i 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.54 per gallon for premium unleaded in Arkansas.

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Great look and fun to drive.Impressive interior

The Swiss Army Knife of Cars!

Time for something different.

2021 X4 Highlights

Safety

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