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BMW X4 M Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

Generations: 2
First production year: 2019
Engines: Gasoline
Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
BMW X4 M (F98) photo gallery

BMW introduced a life-cycle impulse for the X4 M Competition, and, as usual, it offered better performances and improved technologies to help the driver.

There were times when the cars that could do a 0 to 60 mph run (0-97 kph) in under four seconds were supercars. It was the league of Ferrari F430 Challenge, Lamborghini Gallardo, or Porsche GT2. Yet, in 2021, BMW introduced the X4 M Competition, which could do the same in a daily-driver four-door SUV.

When BMW introduced the facelifted version of the X3 and X4 in 2021, it also launched the M Competition models. For the X4 M, that was reflected in the car's look. At the front, it featured standard narrower headlights with adaptive LED with MATRIX function. A completely new black kidney grille with black vertical slats created a stronger image for the fastest X4 on sale at that time. At the sides, the exhaust vent behind the front wheels and the body-colored side sills were carried over from its predecessor, the X4 M. The rear bumper sported a new design with a piano-black apron that incorporated broader cuts for the free-floating pipes.

Inside, there were two main areas changed. The carmaker introduced a new design for the center console, including a new gear-selector. A set of carbon-fiber trims adorned the center side of the dashboard and the door panels. BMW also introduced the Driving Assistant Professional as a standard feature, which trained the driver to better use the car either on track mode or on regular driving.

Under the hood, BMW upgraded the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six from the X4M with a crankshaft carried over from the M4. Thus, it could increase the power and, as a result, it dropped the 0-62 mph run to 3.9 seconds.

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BMW X4 M (F98) photo gallery

The latest SAC from BMW has finally received a proper M badge. From the look to the wheels, some can say that this is a real M vehicle, not just a sport-package. Despite some rumors, the 2019 X4M doesn't use the same inline-six engine from the M3/M4, but a new straight-six engine, which will make its way on the future M3 and M4.

The new 3.0-liter unit, twin-turbocharged, is the most powerful six-cylinder engine built by BMW. It offers 480 hp and 600 Nm (442 lb-ft) of torque for the X4M and 510 hp for the X4 M Competition. The 8-speed automatic transmission sends the power to the all four wheels via a version of the M xDrive all-wheel-drive system, which made its debut in the 2018 BMW M5. Performances are on top of its game with a 0 to 100 kph (62 mph) in 4.2 seconds, while the X4 M Competition can do the same sprint in just 4.1 seconds.

The look of the new X4 M is enhanced with a new design for the front bumper, with larger air-scoops and an apron. Some other aerodynamic details are visible on the car and are completed with the new, optional, 20” M light-alloy wheels.

On the inside, there are M Sport seats with extended Merino leather upholstery and specific door sill plates. The Competition model may be ordered with special bi-color leather and Alcantara applications.

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