2023 BMW X4 Review

Name: 2023 BMW X4
Brand: BMW

Price Range: $32,590 - $53,998

Average

7.5

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

Thanks to its sleek fastback-style roof, the 2023 X4 will appeal to people 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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BMW X4 types

SUV
M40i

Pros

Both available engines are smooth, powerful and fuel-efficient
Easy personalization thanks to abundant standard and optional features
Impressive handling for an SUV

Cons

Sloping roofline compromises rear headroom and cargo space
Adaptive cruise control isn't available on the base xDrive30i trim

What's new

Carries over largely unchanged after last year's refresh
Gesture controls are no longer available
Head-up display is no longer available for the xDrive30i
Part of the second X4 generation introduced for 2019

Overview

Written by automotive expert Will Kaufman

11/4/2022

Looking for a sporty luxury compact crossover that's also stylish? BMW has a niche vehicle for you: the 2023 BMW X4. The X4 is a slightly longer, lower, wider and swoopier version of the X3. It trades away a bit of rear headroom and cargo space in exchange for its fastback profile. The X3 is certainly more practical, but the X4 does all right in this regard, and it manages to be both comfortable and engaging to drive, too.

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2023 BMW X4
M40i 4dr SUV
$50,500
fair price
$890 below market
- 10,442 miles
- 5 Seats, 21 City / 26 Hwy MPG
- 30 mi away
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Woodbridge, VA
2023 BMW X4 M40i M40i 3.0L I6 Turbocharged DOHC 24V LEV3-ULEV70 8-Speed Automatic Sport AWD Brooklyn Gray Metallic CARFAX One-Owner. Clean CARFAX.Odom...
Features and Specs:
23 Combined MPG (21 City/26 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN:
5UX43DT06P9P86208
Stock:
CP7868
Certified Pre-Owned:
No
Listed since:
07-03-2026
New Listing
2023 BMW X4
xDrive30i 4dr SUV
$41,920
fair price
$932 above market
- 17,778 miles
- 5 Seats, 21 City / 28 Hwy MPG
- 25 mi away
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Alexandria, VA
ORIGINAL MSRP $56,115.00*Still under FULL Factory Warranty up to 11-18-2026 or 50,000 Miles, whichever comes first.*Premium Package ($1,150)...
Features and Specs:
24 Combined MPG (21 City/28 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN:
5UX33DT05P9P64079
Stock:
23159
Certified Pre-Owned:
No
Listed since:
12-23-2025

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The X4 has some competition. The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe offers comparable looks and performance with some of the best tech features and build quality you'll find in the segment. If it's performance you want, the Porsche Macan is the standout in the class. But overall we think the X4 is a respectable pick for a coupe-style small luxury SUV. Check out our test team's Expert Rating below to learn more about the X4's hits and misses.

Edmunds Expert Rating

edmunds TESTED

Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Dan Frio

Average

7.5

out of 10

We drove the 2023 BMW X4 on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

7.5/10

How does the X4 drive? We tested the xDrive30i. It doesn't sprint off the line with a whole lot of verve, but once you're rolling there's plenty of zip. Our four-cylinder test car didn't break any records on its way to 60 mph in 7.6 seconds, but we like the eight-speed transmission's responsiveness.

The X4's brakes react quickly and are smooth and easy to use in regular driving, but handling is its biggest strength. With its standard M Sport suspension (the regular suspension is a no-cost option), our X4 test car felt solid and composed through quick corners and curves. The steering loads up well in Sport mode during curves. It's well weighted but still sharp and accurate, inspiring confidence when breezing through twistier sections of road.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the X4? The X4's seats are firm, supportive and great for long stints behind the wheel. Multiple adjustments for the front seats include thigh extenders and inflatable side bolsters, ensuring a good fit for most body types.

While the X4's ride is taut, it shrugs off rough roads reasonably well. It's also pretty quiet. There's a touch of wind noise, but the smooth ride, zesty engine and hushed interior make it easy to drive the X4 deceptively fast. It's easy to exceed the speed limit without realizing it.

Interior

7/10

How’s the interior? It's a bit treacherous for rear passengers to get in and out — the swooping roofline is all too eager to knock your noggin on the way in if you're not paying attention — but there's a sufficient amount of room in back once you're seated. The rear seat cushions are low and flat, which helps reclaim some headroom lost to the roofline. There's a bit less legroom than in the average SUV in this segment, though it's not too noticeable.

Visibility is pretty compromised all around and especially out the narrow back window, which is more decorative than useful. A nice high-resolution backup camera helps for low-speed maneuvering and parking, but you'll definitely want to make the most of the X4's blind-spot warning system on the highway or around town.

Technology

7/10

How’s the tech? The combination of touchscreen and dial controls makes exploring infotainment menus a breeze. The nav system is easy to use and the graphics are tack-sharp, although voice commands offer limited usefulness. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration is included.

Storage

7.5/10

How’s the storage? Some overall cargo space is lost because of the sloping roofline (compared to the X3), but there's still a decent amount of room as well as additional flexibility with the 40/20/40-split folding rear seats. Our test car also came equipped with sliding cargo rails and tie-downs. Multiple levers release the rear seats to fold down automatically.

Plenty of interior storage helps with keeping phones and personal items close at hand. Child seats, even large ones, will fit pretty easily, although securing the top tethers requires removing the cargo cover first.

Fuel Economy

7/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates the xDrive30i gets 24 mpg in combined city/highway driving, which aligns with most other four-cylinder luxury SUVs. We also ran our X4 through our mixed-driving real-world evaluation route. It returned 23 mpg, which is a bit below what we'd expect.

Value

8/10

Is the X4 a good value? Other competitors offer more dazzling interior design, but the X4 still makes a statement of quality with tight construction and solid controls. It's an old-school approach that looks good. The X4 is priced competitively with its German peers, and its warranty and ownership experience hew closely to coverage offered by the others.

Wildcard

7.5/10

Although it looks faster and sportier than it is, the X4 offers enough BMW handling goodness and ride comfort to make spirited drives a good time. The X4's shape is recognizable and it has enough style to turn heads in the valet line. It's a niche offering but it excels at what BMW intends it to be.

2023 BMW X4 trim level differences

The 2023 BMW X4 is only available in two trim levels, the standard xDrive30i and sportier M40i. The turn-it-up-to-11 X4 M is reviewed separately. Here's a rundown of the X4's standard and optional features: Compare the 2023 BMW X4 trim levels in-depth.

Which X4 trim does Edmunds recommend?

If you're going to get an X4 instead of the more practical X3, we think the M40i is the one to get. It's pricier, but you get a lot more performance equipment and an engine that matches the X4's sportier looks. Also, driver aids like adaptive cruise control are only available with the Driving Assistance Professional package for the M40i.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$243/mo

$224/mo

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Reliability

The 2023 BMW X4 has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and 2 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5, ranks it #16 out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUVs. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

3.5 out of 5 stars3.5/5Above 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

$752/yr

vs. $602/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize SUV

Frequency

0.79x/yr

vs. 1.09x/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize SUV

Severity

15.4%

vs. 9.4%
for Average Luxury Midsize SUV

Recalls

2 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 26V056000
Number of vehicles affected:: 87394
Defect Description:: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Defect Consequence:: Fire increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.

Recall Number:: 23V821000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: Toyota - 2
Number of vehicles affected:: 552
Defect Description:: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota GR Supra, 3 Series Sedan (330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, M3), 5 Series Sedan (530i, 530i xDrive, M5), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 8 Series Coupe (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (850i xDrive, M8), X3 SAV (X3 xDrive30i, X3M), X4 SAV (X4 xDrive30i), X5 SAV (X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M), X6 SAV (X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M), and Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. The weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover may not have been manufactured properly, which could allow automatic transmission oil to leak into the transmission control unit.
Defect Consequence:: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Warranty

4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 12 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 4 years / unlimited miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles

BMW X4 Reviews

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2023 X4 Features & Specs

Type:

SUV

Trim:

xDrive30i

MSRP (New) Excludes Destination Fee	$53,400
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	24 MPG
Cost to Drive	$243/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:

Active Cruise Control: Maintains a driver-set distance between the BMW and the car in front.
Active 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 with City Collision Mitigation: 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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