The first-generation BMW X4 was a bit of an odd car for BMW. Its styling was interesting but it was never exactly pretty and, at times, it felt as if it was a bit of an afterthought. It kind of seemed like BMW chopped the roof of an X3 up and called it a day, just to meet customer demand. Because of that, not many enthusiasts were too in love with the X4, even though we did get an M Performance variant of it. Customers love it, though, as BMW sold 200,000 models worldwide in just a few short years. So it warranted a second-generation. And this is it — the 2019 BMW X4. And it doesn’t seem like an afterthought at all.
Exterior Design New BMW X4
Built on the same new CLAR platform as the BMW X3, the new BMW X4 seems like its own car and not just a chopped X3. While it does look similar to the X3, you can tell just from looking at it that BMW had the X4 in mind from the beginning of the X3’s development. The new X4 might still not be a pretty car but, to our eyes at least, it looks much better than the old car. It’s smoother, more purposeful and has some genuinely nice angles.
“The second-generation BMW X4 brings together a distinctive, dynamic silhouette with a clear, pared-back use of forms,” says Adrian van Hooydonk, Senior Vice President BMW Group Design.
The BMW X4 is 3-inches longer, 1.4-inches wider and 0.1-inch lower than the previous car, while also have its wheelbase lengthened by 2.1-inches. That extra length in wheelbase will increase stability and handling, while its wider wheel track will give it better grip and handling. It also gets nearly a perfect 50/50 weight distribution, front-to-rear.
From the B-pillar forward, it’s basically an X3, though. And that’s no bad thing, as the X3 is BMW’s best looking SUV in some time. But it gets the same headlights (LEDs are standard), large kidney grilles and heavily sculpted hood as the X3. So there’s really no surprises there. It’s from the B-pillar back where things get interesting. The shoulder line runs from the front fender all the way to the rear taillight, which gives it a low and aggressive look. Breaking that shoulder line up is a flared rear wheel arch that adds a muscularity to the X4 that makes it distinct from the X3. Personally, I also think that this new X4 sports one of the best examples of BMW’s famous Hofmeister Kink in a long time.
Out back, its taillights are slim and wide with what BMW calls “Three-Dimensional Shaping”. They look good, though, and are fully LED. Built into the rear deck is a pretty large spoiler, which gives the X4 a distinctively sporty look, even on non performance models. Though, one can’t help but feel that it looks a bit too much like the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe. In fact, it almost looks carbon-copied from that car. Either way, it’s an improvement over the previous generation X4.
There will be a few models available at launch, with the usual suspects of powertrain options as well as a new one. In the US, there will only be two at launch, the BMW X4 xDrive30i and the BMW X4 M40i. The former will use BMW’s typical B48 2.0 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which makes 248 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. The latter will use BMW’s B58 engine, rather than the old X4’s N55 engine, and it will make 355 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. Both will be paired with the ubiquitous ZF-sourced eight-speed automatic and xDrive all-wheel drive. According to BMW, the X4 M40i can get from 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds, which is the same as the X3 M40i.
Europe will get a few more options, including the X4 xDrive20i, X4 xDrive20d and the X4 xDrive25d. The xDrive20i will get a 2.0 liter turbo-four with 184 hp and 213 lb-ft. While the xDrive20d will get a 2.0 liter turbo-diesel with 190 hp and 295 lb-ft and the bigger xDrive25 gets a 2.0 liter turbo-diesel with 231 hp and 368 lb-ft. All will get the same eight-speed gearbox and all-wheel drive.
The big news for the BMW X4 is the addition of a new performance model. The BMW X4 M40d will be a diesel M Performance variant of the X4 and it’s something we’re very excited about. The euro-market only X4 M40d will use a 3.0 liter turbocharged I6 diesel engine that makes 326 hp and a whopping 501 lb-ft of torque. We’re a bit sad that it’s not coming to the US market because the M40d sounds like the one to get but we’re just happy it’s being made.
All models will get the newest version of BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive system that’s been optimize for both on-road performance and better safety and security when the road disappears or the weather gets scary. While we wouldn’t recommend off-roading the X4, we’ve seen what the X3 can do in some seriously rough conditions, such as a Moroccan desert. New aluminum swivel bearings, lightweight tubular anti roll bars and new wheel location components at the front axle have given the X4 a reduction in unsprung mass at the front and better handling on the road. Also, M Sport suspension and BMW’s newest variable sport steering are both as-standard equipment on all X4 models from the xDrive30i and up.
The BMW X4 M40i and M40d will both get their own Adaptive M Sport suspension with M Sport brakes and sharper steering. If the BMW X3 M40i is any indication as to how the X4 M Performance models will drive, color us excited. The X3 M40i is one of the very best driving modern BMWs, including cars like the BMW M2 and M3. So if BMW can take its virtues and add them to a lower, lighter and even slightly sportier package, the X4 M40i and M40d are going to be great cars.
All BMW X4 models will come with as-standard iDrive and navigation on the 10.25-inch touchscreen, but the traditional iDrive controller will remain. All X4s will also be available with BMW’s new suite of advanced safety technology, such as Frontal Collision Warning, Automatic City Collision Mitigation and Braking including Daytime Pedestrian Detection, and Speed Limit Information.
Interior Design BMW X4
Now, the BMW X4 M40i and M40d can be had with BMW’s Individual treatment, which will allow customers get spec some pretty interesting color and option choices. One new Individual color will be Sunstone Metallic. Inside the X4, sport seats will be standard and new optional Vernasca leather, an exclusive X4 option. There’s also a new color option, Tacora Red, as well as black leather available with either blue or red contrast stitching. The red looks great, as we’ve seen so much blue stitching in BMWs lately.
This new BMW X4 seems to be a pretty big improvement over the previous-generation. It’s better looking, has a much improved interior, comes with more powertrain options (as well as the new M40d) and is built on an entirely new chassis which is significantly better than the previous-gen’s. We’re excited to drive the new BMW X4, especially its two M Performance variants, to see if it’s any sportier or more exciting than the X3, which we’re already big fans of.
Much improved over the old model. The previous one looked a bit too narrow. The wider track gives this one a more planted look.
cant wait for the x4M
Boring, bland and once again looking like a bloated goose.
I really hope the forthcoming new X5 and X7 will not disappoint like this.
ARE YOU BLIND? WTF ITS STUNNING
How much is BMW paying you for pretending that this car is stunning?
get your eyes checked. looks amazing, I can’t wait to buy this car. stick to your bike loser
I suggest you get your brain and manners checked.
I also guess the X4 is just right for people like you who cannot afford a real 4×4 and just want to pretend. In that sense, BMW is aiming at a niche market for the fools.
The X4 is a real 4×4, in the modern sense of it, just like other SUVs being made today. It’s AWD, got decent ground clearance, can tackle bad roads and some rough terrain, higher seating position, and large enough capacity for cargo. You’re stuck with an old idea that 4×4 should be able to manoeuvre through jungles and swamps. Ask yourself, how many times have you visited a jungle or swamp?
I visit jungles and swamps each time I read silly comments from Icebreakerr and Arunabh who are the inhabitants of very complex and muddy jungle/swamp.
Perfect size for city driving & parking also. Also the only one with turbo I6.
Ignore the trolls.
Bloated goose = foie gras.
Only a goose chaser like you would know this.
“Bloated goose” is all you.
You are the mess that not even a dog would sniff.
Moderators, how is it this troll is not banned? Disqus won’t block him, so does his continued name-calling non-bmwblog related content require boycotting this site?
He will be banned now
And this is not a forum so we don’t have moderators which means we have to read every single comment every day
No, it requires you to learn the basic concept of freedom of speech. It seems that you have no tolerance of its qualities and your rude responses to John are a reflection of it.
So John’s Spirit responds and lives on. He hopes you will learn.
Since John is a witless name calling troll he obviously has no cognizance of slander & libel, which transcend “freedom of speech”. As always your comment has NOTHING to do with this blog, only your childish nature, so there is NOTHING to learn from you. Rude? Ironic coming from name calling troll.
I liked it alot. Its’s quirkines is what will turn out to be it’s usp. Good thing is that quirk has been executed very purposefully and it doesn’t appear ungainly.
Stop it. Why do you have such absurd outbursts.
I would’ve preferred to have seen a unique face on the X4, but overall, it’s a very attractive looking car. Much better than the old one.
Wow, that’s what I call a handsome car. Well done, BMW!!
So much improvement from the bland first gen with an ugly rear, this looks awesome, I love it.
Looks too much like the old 5 series GT. No thanks.
what looks nothing like it
I thought they basically didn’t do any work on the fascia but the X Line trim car has a different front ? Then why not do the same for the M Sport ? I don’t get it, this car actually looks pretty good but all its potential is wasted because of its front design
i had a look at more photos videos to get a real opinion and i love it now i feel like the front suits it, the rear is just stunning but in M sport the front looks nice
https://cdn.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/New-2018-BMW-X4-M40d-exterior-design-26-830×553.jpg
Love it!!
Much better than the F26.
Every BMW interior is the same… need to shake up a bit
Every Mercedes interior is much the same as well. Who cares? They use the best materials possible, have the best ergonomics period and IMO the BMW interiors are simply gorgeous. Driver focused, not too busy. Just perfect. Especially the interiors starting from the X5/X6 and all the new interiors that came after (7 Series, 5 Series, 1 Series LCI and now X3/X4). Why change a success formula?
That complaint always cracks me up, given the choices offered on the configurator, & that’s before you get to Individual. Surprised the Mercedes still has gauges, thought they’d gone full video arcade.
Yeah exactly. I just love the BMW interiors. It’s a perfect mix between modern tech and oldschool beauty!
BMW design is evolutionary, option them with wood dash, beige leather & they look like my ’74 e9. Honda liked the simplicity of the 2002 dash so much they ripped it off for the original Civic. New ones have iDrive, HUD, gesture control but people complain they are too the same. But if they do something new (745i) their heads explode.
Wow! Absolutely gorgeous car. I just feel like the front doesn’t really fit to it… Anyway BMW invented this segment and is still king!
Oh my goodness. Nico, please tell me, how the heck you consider this as a “pretty car”? Utterly odd shape, ultra-ugly back, it looks like a high, shortened Panamera, just 2x uglier. BMW is now a company that just wants more and more money, and wants to disappoint enthusiasts. I’m so, so thankful that 3/5/7 series are still great, and M2/3 well, they’re pretty damn fantastic. But anyways, we can just say goodbye to glory days of BMW, to days of screaming N/A engines, and say to new, Peugeot-powered, unreliable and ugly “BMWs”, X2 for example.
ITS STUNNING STFU
You are butthurt fanboy, I don’t have time to argue with idiots like you.
DISAGREE! I live in a city of 7 million, X4 is perfect size for urban. As with X3, lines of previous gen. have been finessed, evolutionary, organic, sophisticated, reminds me of older BMWs even though a totally new segment. A segment both Acura and Mercedes copy. BMW’s Peugeot co-production is over. Does not resemble VAG @ all, any more than BMW’s diesels do. Since they are expanding on record volume and margin, these are the glory days.
Seems we have different opinions. I as a enthusiast hates pointless and ugly cars as X4, so do many people like me. You may like it, it’s economical, perfect for daily driving and long trips. I don’t like your opinion that much, but at least you are not butthurt like this idiot who replied to me.
It’s calm bro. There are people who like and own X4, me for example, and I’ve absolutely enjoyed the car. Drives like a proper BMW, its cornering is the best I’ve experienced in any midsize/compact SUV, period, and roominess/cargo space is ideal when I take mates with me to go for sports or activities. This new X4 looks an improvement and is listed as faster, sportier, even better handling with more options. Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. You certainly haven’t driven the X4 like many other enthusiasts but are quick to judge it. I’d say to you, try the car first.
I don’t even want to drive it. Your opinion is different, I respect that, eventhough I don’t like it very much. Some people hate X4, some people love X4, and that’s how it goes.
omg looks stunning LOVE IT
Haters in the comments cant even afford it losers.
They had to steal their keyboards.
lol
So it’s just an X3 with a slightly lower roof. What on earth is the point of it?
for people like me who want a good looking coupe SUV.
but it’s not good looking.
but it is.
I like the looks better than X3 so I will buy it
Ask the 200,000 people who have bought one. Or Mercedes, who rip it off.
“This is what being an enthusiast is all about, getting just the right car for you which will make you smile after buying it. I am aslo a usser of BMW X4 and it was my dream car and finally I am happy after buying the same :)
https://www.worldwideautomobile.com/“