Flash Drive

2015 BMW X4

January 28, 2015 - Featured, Flash Drive - Comments: 
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The 2015 BMW X4 has a unique profile; part SUV and part sedan.
The 2015 BMW X4 has a unique profile; part SUV and part sedan.

Model Tested: 2015 BMW X4 xDrive35i 

Engine: 3.0-liter I-6 gas, 300 horsepower 300 lb-ft torque 

Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission all-wheel-drive 

EPA Ratings: 19/City—27/Highway—22/Combined 

Base Price: $48,000 

As Tested: $57,450 

Performance:

Legendary BMW straight 6 torque and horsepower

Pulls like a freight train

Paddle shifters

Sport, Comfort, and Eco mode buttons on console

Solid, confident handling on and off road

The 3.0-L inline six cylinder engine produces an impressive 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque.
The 3.0-L inline six cylinder engine produces an impressive 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque.

2.0-L I-4 also available, but go with the I-6 

Comfort:

Great, extra thick leather steering wheel

Very good headroom

Tall floor hump in rear seat

Stretch-out front legroom

Rear legroom depends on front seat position

Bottom rear seat cushion a little close to floor

Front seats have nice adjustable thigh support

Outstanding front seats with power lumbar and side bolsters

Utility:

Surprisingly large cargo area

The BMW X4 cargo area is big and flat with a slick cargo hold down system.
The BMW X4 cargo area is big and flat with a slick cargo hold down system.

Large power hatch opening

Flat floor

Minimal lift over lip

Slick sliding cargo loops and metal rub strips

Split rear seats fold almost flat

Very comprehensive infotainment system

Wide navigation screen, but not very tall

Large front door bins

Excellent windshield wipers 

Wow Factors:

Great engine and transmission

Info includes power and torque gauges

AWD prowess

Power folding side mirrors 

Whines:

Expensive option packages

Sunroof is pretty small

Steering wheel blocks too much of speedometer for tall drivers 

Bottom Line: The unique body style of the X4 can be polarizing, but the interior and mechanical components have all the quality one expects in a BMW. The 2015 BMW X4 is a great multi-purpose vehicle for people with very active lifestyles.