@@Freerider93 yeah after test-driving both i got the x2. they're both the same ride height and feel. the only signifiant difference being the smaller trunk/boot. imo, the x2 looks sportier and more beautiful too. drive is very comfortable and definitely catches eyes time to time.
I absolutely love it, I know it's going to get a lot of criticism but it's still gonna sell anyway, obviously if you have a family and you want comfort get the x3 no problem it's cheaper anyway. BMW offers exclusivity and if I had the money I would definitely get the x4 over the other X cars, it's basically a more affordable x6 and the people who can buy it will consider that and they will be happy BMW offers so many choices. Many people say oh another useless car but since BMW can produce so many cars, I'm happy for the company. The dashboard can look way better with extras but yeah I wish they changed it a bit more. The car is beautiful in every way to me. I'm not looking to argue with people that's just my opinion. By the way BMWs look WAY better in reality, they are stunning.
Dan McCarthy no but I went to Munich, Germany. I saw what I usually see 3 series,5,7, x3,x5. There are MANY models I haven't seen on the road. I've seen them at BMW Welt.
Mercedes has a much more varied lineup than BMW. They build EVERYTHING from subcompacts to big rigs. My Merc sure as hell isn't a taxi, that's for damn sure. Have you ever seen a taxi with a retracting hardtop?
Ever think the reason Mercedes are used as taxis so much is because they can hold up to that kind of abuse? BTW, I've yet to see a Mercedes taxi in the US.
Dan McCarthy yeah they can hold up that kind of abuse that's why mercedes drivers here at least are always at the mechanic. I got in 10 mercedes and i wanted to puke in 7 of them, the way they drive and sit you down makes me sick. Everyone says BMW hold their value best, go look at some reviews. BMW shares parts with Rolls Royce since they own them and mercedes is owned by lancia I think?!! Sums it up.
The X4 is just fine inside! I hardly use the back seats but I have sat on a couple of trips and there's no issues! I'm 1.83m. This is one of the best cars I have ever owned! Faultless! I'd never touch a Range Rover!
Says X4 is a more stylish, less practical coupe version of the X3. Downside: It's not as practical as the X3 and you have worse rear visibility because it's a coupe. No s**t, Sherlock?
Jesus Christ I'm joking. I think the X3 doesn't look great, but this does. (Again, looks are subjective) I thought it was funny how your name is Jesus Christ, and because I disagreed with you I said that I am an atheist.
Tuddec I just don't see where paying $7000 more for an X4 vs. X3 is worth it. You get less for more money. It may be sportier but it's still a crossover, or whatever you call them these days.
Love these reviews. I wish you could talk about the siting on the front seats, particularly how high is the seat: this is especially good to know for taller drivers as the taller the seat, the more comfortable is for taller persons.
I have to admit the x6 (and this) has grown on me. It's not until you see the x6 in person do you fully appreciate it's road presence. Still not pretty but then again neither is a Range Rover and that has tons of presence.
7:18 I was thinking of buying a second hand 2014 model BMW X 4, but after watching this review by CarWow..... I really have a problem with not being able to see all angles through the rearview window.
I love how they've started to flesh out the product range now finally. I have to admit though when you said it was as fast as a M3 from 10 years ago, it didn't sound very impressive.
Advantages over x3: Better aerodynamics so better economy at higher speed and perhaps less wind-noise for the rear passengers Better handling so it's has better active safety and a bit more fun to drive. You can check the moose test (type maniobra de eaquiva) Looks for some, others prefer x3 Not sure why it is more expensive than the X3. Possibility because they build fewer or because they use some more expensive features I would choose the x4 because of the extra safety. The same applies for the 2018 generation now.
Yeah absolutely, people always talk about the looks being the reason the X4 and X6 exist, and don't mention the aerodynamics that affects the mpg and handling
Thanks Mat for reviewing this auto. I was wondering about his one as well. Great job!! I have subscribed to your website...that's how much I like watching your and Ginny's reviews!! :)
I don't understand how people can praise the iDrive. It is not intuitive and all those icons on the left of the map are difficult to manage while driving. I am on my 3rd BMW, currently driving a 5-series estate from 2015 and I hate the iDrive.
The entry price points of the x4 and the macan are different. The x4 offers so much more kit for the money. Plus a 2liter diesel with 190hp/400nm of torque are not offered on the macan. So my educated choice will be the x4. Its cheaper to tax as well and less harmful to the environment.
but for those points, it makes more sense to get the x3. same engines, interior, and "bells and whistles" while still being practical and not so difficult looking.
aliGyo btw don't get me wrong, I am not saying the macan is bad, its just that looks wise the x4 appeals to the same crowd and in EU countries the diesel option being available as a 2L (and the best 2L diesel that is) is much more appealing to drivers because of the price difference
newmabreu96 I'd rather have a reliable car, thanks. Cayenne > Range Rover. But I'm comparing similar cars here, so kindly keep your trolling relevant. Cheers!
I think that BMW really buys car reviewers. Cause these bmw always is so perfect in theyr eyes..but in real life people would say something else. Best diesels in bussiness...yeah right...dream on!
+haris jameel Well it depends what you are after. The BMW (you didn't say which so I will put the X4 20d) have bigger boot space, 4x4 as standard, it's a head turner, has better economy but it has a manual gear box (I like that, but I don't know if you like it too) (the C300 has auto as standard) and it's already more expensive so If you want the auto X4 you have to pay extra. The Mercedes-Benz is a little less practical (still very practical, but less than X4), in my opinion it has a better interior (I think the C Class interior is the best in this class) and has more power and is faster. Anyway, they are quite similar so CHOOSE WITH YOUR HEART! Hope I helped :)
I'd like to see a matchup between this and the GLA, wich btw I think is better-looking and has better interior space. Even though I'll probably never be able to afford any of these xD
Lucky I found this review here was going to check one out to buy this week stuff that its s a toy in the back could not stand it no vision out of back window, no boot space a massive left down for a car that drives so great. F.....😳
The X4 is related to the X3 sharing most of it's parts but is a coupe version of the X3 and a larger coupe SUV version of the 3. In my opinion, the X4 won't be the practical car if you carrying luggage and rear passenger of the sloping roofline I recommend the Porsche Macan is better for carrying passengers and luggage. The rear visibility is not so good because of the sloping roof line I recommend to tick the lists and get the surround view camera system which helps when you are manoeuvring or parking in spaces. Lastly, the design of this car doesn't work well as the X6 and the coupe theme is unsatisfactory.
BMW trying to be a jack of all trades...trying to fit a vehicle the market place for every man, women, child and the dog in the world..why bother.....but people will buy it just to be different ....and end up being the same as everyone else.....big NO from me...buy X3 and save the change. ..
I disagree about the look is better than the Piggy shaped X6. Agree with everything else small rear window, reduced trunk, tigher rear seats and head space, all for more $$$ than the X3. If you want this size vehicle, better value and size is the X3.
who gives a shit if you guys don't like it! BMW sells so many of it's practical 5 star rated cars such as the 3 series, and X3 that they have so much money to fill in any sort of auto industry niche! Haha suckers BMW rules!
BMW really are producing some weird cars these days. If you want a coupe, get a coupe! If you want a SUV get an SUV! These weird amalgamations seem to compromise both cars characteristics (the exception being the Porsche Macan but then its a Porsche....) The rear seat space in this is appalling and just because they made it with a slopey roof to appeal to the fashionistas!
god......can these German brands stop making cars that just look exactly the same......x6 over x5, x4 over x3, maybe x2 is right on its way out, I mean, seriously, what's the point of having so many badges over basically the same bloody car!
Looks horrible, the X6 looks great cause its huge and has presence, This is just weird with mediocre interior. Evogue/Maccan any day over this crap. Whats wrong with BMW lately? All its models look alike, X4 is smaller X6 with no character of its own at all, same goes for its other models.
9 years later and I think I´m gonna buy this one haha
me too bro
Either this or the X2 for me
Did you get it?
@@nasimahm3d I'm trying to decide between both right now
@@Freerider93 yeah after test-driving both i got the x2. they're both the same ride height and feel. the only signifiant difference being the smaller trunk/boot. imo, the x2 looks sportier and more beautiful too. drive is very comfortable and definitely catches eyes time to time.
The new BMW X4 is one of my favourite SUV's
I absolutely love it, I know it's going to get a lot of criticism but it's still gonna sell anyway, obviously if you have a family and you want comfort get the x3 no problem it's cheaper anyway. BMW offers exclusivity and if I had the money I would definitely get the x4 over the other X cars, it's basically a more affordable x6 and the people who can buy it will consider that and they will be happy BMW offers so many choices. Many people say oh another useless car but since BMW can produce so many cars, I'm happy for the company. The dashboard can look way better with extras but yeah I wish they changed it a bit more. The car is beautiful in every way to me. I'm not looking to argue with people that's just my opinion. By the way BMWs look WAY better in reality, they are stunning.
BMW offers exclusivity? You've obviously never been to Connecticut.
Dan McCarthy no but I went to Munich, Germany. I saw what I usually see 3 series,5,7, x3,x5. There are MANY models I haven't seen on the road. I've seen them at BMW Welt.
Mercedes has a much more varied lineup than BMW. They build EVERYTHING from subcompacts to big rigs. My Merc sure as hell isn't a taxi, that's for damn sure. Have you ever seen a taxi with a retracting hardtop?
Ever think the reason Mercedes are used as taxis so much is because they can hold up to that kind of abuse? BTW, I've yet to see a Mercedes taxi in the US.
Dan McCarthy yeah they can hold up that kind of abuse that's why mercedes drivers here at least are always at the mechanic. I got in 10 mercedes and i wanted to puke in 7 of them, the way they drive and sit you down makes me sick. Everyone says BMW hold their value best, go look at some reviews. BMW shares parts with Rolls Royce since they own them and mercedes is owned by lancia I think?!! Sums it up.
Can't wait for the X4.5
🤣🤣
The X4 is just fine inside! I hardly use the back seats but I have sat on a couple of trips and there's no issues! I'm 1.83m. This is one of the best cars I have ever owned! Faultless! I'd never touch a Range Rover!
Says X4 is a more stylish, less practical coupe version of the X3.
Downside: It's not as practical as the X3 and you have worse rear visibility because it's a coupe.
No s**t, Sherlock?
I'm not saying that the X3 is a particularly beautiful car, but it still looks waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better than this.
Jesus Christ That's why I'm an atheist.
Tuddec Not sure what you mean by this
Jesus Christ I'm joking. I think the X3 doesn't look great, but this does. (Again, looks are subjective) I thought it was funny how your name is Jesus Christ, and because I disagreed with you I said that I am an atheist.
Tuddec I just don't see where paying $7000 more for an X4 vs. X3 is worth it. You get less for more money. It may be sportier but it's still a crossover, or whatever you call them these days.
Love these reviews. I wish you could talk about the siting on the front seats, particularly how high is the seat: this is especially good to know for taller drivers as the taller the seat, the more comfortable is for taller persons.
So is it worth it in 2023?
I have to admit the x6 (and this) has grown on me. It's not until you see the x6 in person do you fully appreciate it's road presence. Still not pretty but then again neither is a Range Rover and that has tons of presence.
BMW fucked up the new X6
When i turn 51 years old. I might buy it
7:18 I was thinking of buying a second hand 2014 model BMW X 4, but after watching this review by CarWow..... I really have a problem with not being able to see all angles through the rearview window.
Awesomely awesome video of an awesomely awesome car of awesomeness
I love how they've started to flesh out the product range now finally. I have to admit though when you said it was as fast as a M3 from 10 years ago, it didn't sound very impressive.
Advantages over x3:
Better aerodynamics so better economy at higher speed and perhaps less wind-noise for the rear passengers
Better handling so it's has better active safety and a bit more fun to drive. You can check the moose test (type maniobra de eaquiva)
Looks for some, others prefer x3
Not sure why it is more expensive than the X3. Possibility because they build fewer or because they use some more expensive features
I would choose the x4 because of the extra safety.
The same applies for the 2018 generation now.
Yeah absolutely, people always talk about the looks being the reason the X4 and X6 exist, and don't mention the aerodynamics that affects the mpg and handling
that's why you have reverse camera and sensors on the X3 and X4 as standard.
turpioSE I just got my X4 on order. The Reverse camera is not standard i had to buy it as an option.
If you want a more stylish (and probably spacier) version of a classic sedan, why would you buy this over a 3-series GT? Same story with X6 and 5 GT.
Years later glc gle coupe audi sportback suv this suv coupe things sint gonna stop they look cool in person though
I've been waiting for the test of the new X6!
@carwow please can you say x3's coupe version is called the x4?
Thank you Mat! Nice review
gonna test drive it tomorrow
You didn't mention the 8 for i8, just saying..
That doesnt count
Whatever floats your boat
8 wouldn't be for the i8 - it would be for the 8 Series. Sadly, that's not made any more.
Thanks Mat for reviewing this auto. I was wondering about his one as well. Great job!! I have subscribed to your website...that's how much I like watching your and Ginny's reviews!! :)
Bmw
Bmwl
pretty nice...but its kinda weird that that they already have similiar vehicles like 5 GT, 3 GT even 4 GP and now X4 ?
Why not do a test...
Matt in a X4 versus a cab driver.
Would make a good video I reckon
Please can you say the x4 is coupe version of x3?
When Will you review the Gran Coupe?
ive not seen any of these on road yet are they out
See I love the x6 and to be able to get a less expensive one (x4) is even better.
reminds me of the BMW 7 series, they look similar. :))
I don't understand how people can praise the iDrive. It is not intuitive and all those icons on the left of the map are difficult to manage while driving. I am on my 3rd BMW, currently driving a 5-series estate from 2015 and I hate the iDrive.
I´m a BMW fan but in this case not so much, I´d rather have the Macan or the Evoque over the X4.
Great review
Isn't the 3-series GT pretty close to this one?
+Daniel Raftö Yes, but a bit uglier
+Albert Arrabal I totally agree. Since my comment, the x4 is rather common in my neighborhood and it's quite striking compared to the 3-series GT!
I hate the X6, as well as this thing. I personally think the X3 looks better and the visibility is much more wonderful and it's much more spacious.
Beautiful. X4M please
The entry price points of the x4 and the macan are different. The x4 offers so much more kit for the money. Plus a 2liter diesel with 190hp/400nm of torque are not offered on the macan. So my educated choice will be the x4. Its cheaper to tax as well and less harmful to the environment.
but for those points, it makes more sense to get the x3. same engines, interior, and "bells and whistles" while still being practical and not so difficult looking.
yes but in that case, why compare with macan? you can get two x3's if that were the case, one for you and one for your wife..
aliGyo btw don't get me wrong, I am not saying the macan is bad, its just that looks wise the x4 appeals to the same crowd and in EU countries the diesel option being available as a 2L (and the best 2L diesel that is) is much more appealing to drivers because of the price difference
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You'd have to be a nutter to buy this over a Macan.
or buy a macan over a real suv , the range rover
newmabreu96 I'd rather have a reliable car, thanks. Cayenne > Range Rover. But I'm comparing similar cars here, so kindly keep your trolling relevant. Cheers!
Johnny Wrong range rover evoque > macan (porsche suv wanna be )
newmabreu96 Every comparative review out there, Mat's included, states that the Macan toasts the Evoque. No competition.
Johnny Wrong cof cof, and i care because?
I think that BMW really buys car reviewers. Cause these bmw always is so perfect in theyr eyes..but in real life people would say something else. Best diesels in bussiness...yeah right...dream on!
Have you ever owned BMWs? Once you do, you never want to buy anything else. Everything else feels just crap.
Which is better looking than the X6 and better value for money by the way.
Sacrifice practicality for style? Is this thing stylish? No. Certainly not.
The rear actually looks good, its the front thats ugly IMO. And that was from x3
between this and the 2015 Mercedes c300, which is a better buy? I know they are worlds apart, but I like both ahahaha
+haris jameel Well it depends what you are after. The BMW (you didn't say which so I will put the X4 20d) have bigger boot space, 4x4 as standard, it's a head turner, has better economy but it has a manual gear box (I like that, but I don't know if you like it too) (the C300 has auto as standard) and it's already more expensive so If you want the auto X4 you have to pay extra. The Mercedes-Benz is a little less practical (still very practical, but less than X4), in my opinion it has a better interior (I think the C Class interior is the best in this class) and has more power and is faster. Anyway, they are quite similar so CHOOSE WITH YOUR HEART! Hope I helped :)
I had an x4 courtesy car, it doesn't drive well, it's a bouncy castle on wheels
What about new X6 ?
I like it! I wouldn't mind owning one!
What a beautiful car! I'd buy one right now if I could.
This is the only carbuyer review I've seen where he literally says 'Don't get it, it's shit'.
I think its OK, why all the hate everyone!
When is the Tesla Model S review coming??
F10 GT + X3
I especially like to sit with my knees high, comfy and also healthy.
They should really make this car a 2 door version to make any sense.
I'd like to see a matchup between this and the GLA, wich btw I think is better-looking and has better interior space. Even though I'll probably never be able to afford any of these xD
The GLA is a competitor to the BMW X1.
i think it's more competitor to this, even because the X1 didn't really see any change lately, but thx anyway. i may still be wrong bout that
greetings from romania...mat dawson the best
Carbuyer the 35d does 0-62 in 5.2s not 5.3s
isn't thy drive on left side in UK ?
No
No idiot
Justin Grindley Ok, go to McDonalds now.
The Hunchback of Notre-Dame lives!
Hunchback of Munich
i love this guy
Talking to the camera while driving is equally dangerous as speaking on the phone.
Lucky I found this review here was going to check one out to buy this week stuff that its s a toy in the back could not stand it no vision out of back window, no boot space a massive left down for a car that drives so great.
F.....😳
Went to see one today loads of boot space
Nice car
X4 looks anywhere decent with m-sportpackage and 20" wheels.
there will be X4 petrols available, there will even come a X4M 👍
I like The cupe suv
which song playing on the video?
one day...in a couple years
Only diesel engines so no X4M thank God! The X6M was bad enough!
why bad ?
and there will come an X4M
poor people are forbidden to comment on bwm's
Biju Mj ur name suggests ur foreign and therefore poor so shut up please
+1seipai There are still gasoline engines. Plus now there is the new X4 M40i
So the front of the X6 looks good but its not practical at all. This one is ugly and not practical as well, so what is the point of it?
After the BMW E9X and E60, BMW only build thrash. BMW used to be one of my favourite brands, now is one of the most I hate
Not sure why the x3 has worst standard equipment...
More desirable lol, give me a standard 3 series over this any day.
Very similar to the BMW 3GT
Would you have a 5 series or an e class
The X4 is related to the X3 sharing most of it's parts but is a coupe version of the X3 and a larger coupe SUV version of the 3.
In my opinion, the X4 won't be the practical car if you carrying luggage and rear passenger of the sloping roofline I recommend the Porsche Macan is better for carrying passengers and luggage. The rear visibility is not so good because of the sloping roof line I recommend to tick the lists and get the surround view camera system which helps when you are manoeuvring or parking in spaces. Lastly, the design of this car doesn't work well as the X6 and the coupe theme is unsatisfactory.
This X4, X6 and that minger GT are the only BMWs that I would never buy.
Not that bad looking as I thought.
BMW trying to be a jack of all trades...trying to fit a vehicle the market place for every man, women, child and the dog in the world..why bother.....but people will buy it just to be different ....and end up being the same as everyone else.....big NO from me...buy X3 and save the change. ..
I disagree about the look is better than the Piggy shaped X6. Agree with everything else small rear window, reduced trunk, tigher rear seats and head space, all for more $$$ than the X3. If you want this size vehicle, better value and size is the X3.
I like it!
BMW, made confusing range of cars but never made a new version of the 8 Series..
Mat is a bmw fanboy....
Looks like a BMW 5-series GT, and it looks way more like a sedan than an SUV. This whole SUV coupe thing doesnt work
who gives a shit if you guys don't like it! BMW sells so many of it's practical 5 star rated cars such as the 3 series, and X3 that they have so much money to fill in any sort of auto industry niche! Haha suckers BMW rules!
Beast
BMW really are producing some weird cars these days. If you want a coupe, get a coupe! If you want a SUV get an SUV! These weird amalgamations seem to compromise both cars characteristics (the exception being the Porsche Macan but then its a Porsche....) The rear seat space in this is appalling and just because they made it with a slopey roof to appeal to the fashionistas!
Another product of BMW's Chornobyl design studio, also known for the X6, 5-series GT and other mutations.
BMW has very good diesels, but "the best in the business"??!
god......can these German brands stop making cars that just look exactly the same......x6 over x5, x4 over x3, maybe x2 is right on its way out, I mean, seriously, what's the point of having so many badges over basically the same bloody car!
It does sound like a joke when he says that BMW makes the best diesels🤣😂🤣
Looks horrible, the X6 looks great cause its huge and has presence, This is just weird with mediocre interior. Evogue/Maccan any day over this crap.
Whats wrong with BMW lately? All its models look alike, X4 is smaller X6 with no character of its own at all, same goes for its other models.
Ever heard a BMW 2 litre diesel? You will have done. Clatter like mad.
BMW Diesels the best in the Business? I thought the bullet proofs in Mercedes were the best in the Business
I thought Audi's diesels were the best because they are smooth.
Coupe suvs are just ugly :o(
No There Not!
Thank you very much Germans, we can finally afford this slightly cheaper and handy version of the pig ugly shit.
just a pity all BMW's are rubbish bar the I3 and I8
I don't need to I got V-tech yo!
Lewis Loening haha, good joke.
This is the first BMW that I DO NOT LIKE...
YL14 CSZ
I'll take the evoque it's much better and nicer
Stop fucking up back seats companies
He hasn't seemed his happy normal self in the last few reviews, face like a smacked arse, or is it the summer heat ?? !!