Fresh off last year's total redesign, the 2020 BMW X4 sees minimal changes for 2020. The navigation system gets a few updates, and a CD player is no longer offered. Any significant revisions are at least two years away.
Choosing Your BMW X4
BMW offers the X4 in two trim levels: xDrive30i and M40i. Pricing starts at $52,095 including destination for the 30i and climbs to $61,995 for the M40i.
Engine Choices
The 30i carries a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, while the M40i gets a twin-turbo six-cylinder. The X4 is on the sporty end of the compact luxury SUV class even with the base engine, but the M40i's motor is altogether more serious about performance and offers the thrill of a sports car for those who want it
Engine Type | Horsepower | Torque | 0-60 mph Time | Fuel Economy (Combined) |
2.0L Turbo 4-Cylinder | 248 hp | 258 lb-ft | 6.0 seconds | 25 mpg |
3.0L Turbo 6-Cylinder | 382 hp | 365 lb-ft | 4.4 seconds | 23 mpg |
Every X4 comes with all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The M40i also comes with paddle shifters and launch control.
Passenger and Cargo Capacity
The X4 seats up to five with reasonably good comfort in back. The penalty for the X4's swoopy design is relegated to the cargo area, which measures 18.5 cubic feet behind the rear seat, or 50.5 cubic feet with it folded. This makes the X4 more like a hatchback than a utility vehicle in terms of versatility.
Safety Features
The X4 comes standard with automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, daytime pedestrian detection, and front and rear parking sensors.
Buyers can add blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and rear cross-traffic alert through the $500 Driving Assistance Package. Adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, and front cross-traffic alert require the $1,700 Driving Assistance Plus Package.
Connectivity
The X4 comes with a 10.25-inch touchscreen, navigation, two USB ports, 32 GB of media storage, and one-year of Apple CarPlay (it costs extra after that). Android Auto isn't currently offered on any BMW model.
The 12-speaker Hi-Fi audio system features HD radio, while a Harman Kardon surround-sound audio system is available for $875. Wireless charging and a wi-fi hotspot are bundled for $400.
30i - From $52,095
The 30i comes loaded with equipment from the start, including a panoramic sunroof, 10-way power sport seats, wood interior trim, a power liftgate, and power-folding side mirrors with auto-dimming feature. Leather upholstery is a $1,450 standalone option.
BMW offers three progressive major option packages. The $900 Convenience Package adds front seat lumbar adjustment, one year of SiriusXM radio, keyless entry, and a hands-free power liftgate.
The popular Premium Package also throws in heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a head-up display, and gesture control for the navigation system for $2,650. With this package, buyers can further upgrade to heated rear seats for an additional $350.
The $5,100 Executive Package tops off the 30i with ambient interior lighting, adaptive LED headlights, automatic high beams, an automated parking system, and a surround-view camera system with smartphone display capability.
For buyers who want a more aggressive appearance, the M Sport Design provides an aerodynamic body skit, gloss black exterior accents, and a sport steering wheel. With the $2,720 M Sport Design installed, the contents of the Convenience Package come standard, and the Premium and Executive Packages are priced at $1,750 and $4,200, respectively.
M40i - From $61,995
Along with the potent six-cylinder engine, the M40i offers drivers a sport-tuned suspension, larger brakes, and quicker steering. The exterior features aerodynamic body components.
The Convenience Package's features comes standard, which reduces the cost of the Premium and Executive Packages to $1,750 and $3,700, respectively. Exclusive to the M40i is a limited-slip rear differential for $1,300.
Although the 2020 BMW X4 carries some nice standard features, the Premium Package and Driving Assistance Package are must-haves that turn it into a proper luxury SUV.