What Is the 2023 BMW X4?
The BMW X4 is a five-seat luxury compact SUV with coupelike styling and four doors. Power comes from a standard 248-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, while the M40i gets a 382-hp, turbo 3.0-liter inline-six with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system that recaptures brake energy. The high-performance X4 M and X4 M Competition get a turbo 3.0-liter six-cylinder that’s rated at 473 hp in the standard M and 503 hp in the Competition version. Every engine works with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive is standard. Competitors include the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and Mercedes-Benz GLC.
What’s New on the 2023 BMW X4?
Following a refresh for 2022, the X4 sees only minor revisions this year, including the removal of infotainment system Gesture Control from an available Premium Package.
What Features in the 2023 BMW X4 Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- Panoramic moonroof
- Power liftgate
- Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking
- Navigation with 12.3-inch touchscreen
- Digital instrument panel
Available features include:
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Wireless device charging
- Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required after trial)
- Harman Kardon surround-sound system
- Head-up display
- 360-degree camera system
- Automatic high-beam headlights
- Adaptive suspension
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability
- Lane departure steering assist
Should I Buy the 2023 BMW X4?
If you’re looking for a sporty alternative to a traditional luxury compact SUV, the X4 is worth a look thanks to its strong available engines and athletic handling. You pay a lot for it, however, and get less utility in return considering the chunk of space the raked roofline takes out of the cargo area.
