2024 BMW X4 did pretty well with the X4 in terms of sales globally and that shouldn’t come as a surprise. They broke the mold with the X6 at first, so it made perfect sense for them to give the X3 its smaller coupe-like sibling and call it a day.
The first-generation X4 (F26) was unveiled at the 2014 New York Auto Show as a sportier-looking alternative to the previously mentioned X3. Let’s face it, not everyone needs a crossover for purely practical reasons. Most do, but not all.
I’m not a fan of half-measures when it comes to the car segment and premium compact crossovers have always been that way. Note that I’m using the word ‘premium’ here. Let me explain.
If you buy, say, a Toyota RAV4, it’s an excellent buy, one that will meet your every need as long as you don’t have a large family or lots of tools to carry around. Plus, it’s a budget-friendly SUV, like all of its competitors.
2024 BMW X4 Preview
However, premium SUVs, even in compact form, are still quite expensive, and if you allow yourself to tick too many extra boxes on the specs sheet, you can easily take the X3 or X4 close to the X5 or X6 in price terms.
To me, that doesn’t make any sense, because, at that point, you’d better go for the flagship product – excel at everything.
Anyway, moving on to the second generation X4 (G02), which came out in 2018, which means it’s only a year or two away from being replaced by the all-new model, which will be based on the all-new model 2024 X3.
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The latter has already been seen out and about in prototype form, so it’s only a matter of time before someone takes a hard look at the pictures, before putting pen to paper on what the all-new third-generation X4 will look like.
These renderings are from Bernhard Reichel and as you can see, we are dealing with the X4 M Competition flagship variant. I’ll say this much: it’s not bad. And thankfully the grille doesn’t look too flashy.
The 2024 BMW X4 Spied
Our spy photographer captured a camouflaged next-generation BMW X4 prototype, effectively debunking rumors of swapping out the model in favor of the EV-only iX4.
This will be the third iteration of the X4 coupe SUV, sharing the foundation, interior, and most of the bodywork with the upcoming fourth-generation X3 SUV.
BMW X4 Prototype
The prototype appears to sport a production headlight unit, with a shape and LED graphics that look very similar to the smaller BMW X1.
We can also see a large kidney grille, and lower intake bumper following the same split design pattern, as on the BMW X3 prototype. However, the X4 reveals a distinct X-shaped pattern for the grille, which may be model specific.
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The nature of the ICE-powered prototype is evident from the large opening at the front, and a visible portion of the exhaust system under the rear overhang.
This leads us to believe that the new X4 will be available in a mild-hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and full electric (iX4) variants, continuing BMW’s strategy of offering choice to its customer base. After all, with so many components shared with the X3, the R&D costs for the new X4 aren’t that high.
2024 BMW X4 Redesign
While the X3 and X4 have traditionally shared most of their body panels, BMW designers wanted to differentiate the two models even more for the next generation.
The X4 appears to have more rounded wheel arches than the X3 prototype, resulting in a more aggressive stance. Predictably, the X4 also gets a completely redesigned tail, for the full coupe-SUV treatment.
The roofline is more sloping with a fastback rear glass and integrated ducktail spoiler. The entire roof structure seems typical for the X4, even the front side windows look narrower than those on the X3.
This design will likely shave a few inches from headroom and a few cubic feet from the X4’s trunk space, but not enough to pose a practical problem. After all, coupe-SUV buyers prioritize style with more than enough space in the medium and large segments.
The next-generation BMW X4 will likely debut alongside its X3 sibling in 2024, three years after the launch of the current facelifted model.
Judging from the rest of the BMW members, we expect to see more prototypes undercover throughout the following year, revealing more details about the final production model.
The BMW X4’s main rivals are the upcoming new-generation Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe and the Audi Q5 Sportback.
2024 BMW X4 Interior
On the inside, the 2024 BMW X4 is expected to have a clean and luxurious design with a stacked 12.3-inch touchscreen center console featuring two thin rows of controls. The nifty touchscreen is positioned near the front of the dashboard.
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The BMW concept includes multiple physical buttons and a dial near the shift knob to give the driver various ways to control the infotainment system.
2024 BMW X4 Exterior
The exterior design of the 2024 BMW X4 is bold and sporty with sleek kidney grille and aggressive headlights, sculpted front fascia and prominent bulges on the bonnet.
Then the X4’s rear pad is characterized by the blunt rear of a compact SUV. Of course, this SUV has rectangular taillights and dual exhaust ducts.
New BMW X4 Engine
The 2024 BMW X4 offers a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine as standard and develops 248 hp. All-wheel drive is standard for requirements as is an eight-speed automatic transmission.
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We don’t expect to see any changes to the X4’s list of tech features for the 2024 model year.
2024 BMW X4 Release Date
The expected Launch Date of the BMW X4 in the US is October 2023,
2024 BMW X4 Price
Whereas the Global Expected Price is between $53,400 to $63,400.
People also ask BMW X4 2024
Q: Is there a new BMW X4 coming out?
A: The 2023 BMW X4 starts at $53,400 for the base xDrive30i model. The X4 M40i starts at $64,650, and the high-performance X4 M starts at $76,400. A $995 destination fee applies to all X4 models. The price of the X4 is similar to that of its main rivals, namely the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe and the Audi Q5 Sportback.
Q: When did BMW redesign the X4?
A: 2020: The X4 M and X4 M Competition models join the lineup. 2019: completely redesigned with a larger cabin, more fuel-efficient engines, retuned suspension, and more standard safety features.
Q: Do BMW X4 hold its value?
A: According to Motortrend, the BMW X4 has a resale value of 51.0%.
Q: Is the BMW X4 being discontinued?
A: Although the CLAR-based X4 will be discontinued in the coming years, the same source reports that a pure electric iX4 will be coming soon. Reportedly inside BMW it is known as the NA7 and will enter production at the automaker’s new Hungarian factory Debrecen in November 2026.
