DecodedCars2024 BMW X4
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- M40i 4dr SUV, Xdrive30i 4dr SUV, M 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 248–382 hp
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline, Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 21 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- 187.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,147–4,599 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 46 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 BMW X4 is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 187 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,323 lb (M40i 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 28 highway), 4% worse than the 2024 small SUV average of 25 MPG, for an estimated $3,400 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the visibility.
What changed for 2024
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 X4 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 X4 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Greer, South Carolina
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 2 2024 X4 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M40i 4dr SUV | 187.4 in | 75.6 in | 63.8 in | 113 in | 63.8 / 65.7 in | 4,323 lb | 50/50 |
| Xdrive30i 4dr SUV | 187.4 in | 75.6 in | 63.8 in | 113 in | 63.8 / 65.7 in | 4,147 lb | 49/51 |
| M 4dr SUV | 187.4 in | 75.6 in | 63.8 in | 113 in | 63.8 / 65.7 in | 4,599 lb | 50/50 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X4 xDrive30i | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | -4% | $3,400 | 369 |
| X4 M40i Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | -8% | $3,550 | 378 |
| X4 M | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -32% | $4,850 | 519 |
| X4 M Competition | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -32% | $4,850 | 519 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 BMW X4.
Similar 2024 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 BMW X4 (this car) | 24 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y | 320 mi | Not rated | 5 |
| 2024 Porsche Cayenne | 19 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2024 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2024 BMW X3 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2024 Lexus RX | 36 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (1)
Steering · Nov 16, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V770000 · 201 vehicles
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 2 Series Coupe (230i), 330i, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i vehicles. The steering gear may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen.
- Risk
- A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Not every 2024 BMW X4 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 BMW X4 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Power Train — 1 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 1 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 22,755 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 BMW X4. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other X4 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 X4 | 24 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 4 |
| 2023 X4 | 24 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 8 |
| 2022 X4 | 24 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 4 |
| 2021 X4 | 25 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 7 | 6 |
| 2020 X4 | 25 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 10 | 15 |
| 2019 X4 | 25 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 7 | 11 |
| 2018 X4 | 23 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 11 |
| 2017 X4 | 23 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 3 |
| 2016 X4 | 23 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 10 |
| 2015 X4 | 23 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 5 | 18 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or BMW. How we calculate this →