BMW X4

The interior of the X4 is simple, neat and very modern.  The cabin looks as premium as it feels with top quality materials and a center stack which is very well designed. The floating 10.3-inch display touchscreen system has an integrated navigation system. 

The X4 also offers an optional gesture-control feature which allows the driver to control the infotainment system using five simple hand gestures.

The car has ample cabin legroom. Although the cargo space is slightly less. The base model of the X4 features a 12-speaker sound system. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability is also offered but with a one-year trial. 

The BMW X4 features a very simplistic and sophisticated exterior styling which is not as aggressive as the X6. BMW has made use of sleek lines and its classic and large kidney grille with the unique BMW-style LED headlights. The design is compact and practical and makes for a car that is sure to turn some heads on the streets. The faux air intakes and high-set fog lights stand out in the front along with some brightwork, underbody protection, and large 19-inch alloys that come with mixed tires. 

Coming to ride and handling, the X4 has impressed a lot with its superior comfort, great response, and smooth handling. The adaptive suspension playing a key role with the high stance of the car and adequate ground clearance making for great off-roading capabilities. The steering is smooth and responsive and the car goes really well around sharp corners. The sensitive yet optimized acceleration makes it easy to maneuver in heavy traffic. Overall, the driving experience of the car is superior both on city roads as well as on the highways, and for a powerful and compact SUV like this one, the X4 delivers a pretty decent fuel economy.

The base model of the BMW X4, the xDrive 30i gets a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that can make 188 hp of power and 400 Nm of torque. The car can go from 0 to 60 mph in just 6.1 seconds. The X4 M40i is equipped with a turbocharged 3.0-litre six-cylinder that produces a beefy 503 hp of power and 600 Nm of torque. The M variant goes from 0 to 60 mph in a mere 4.2 seconds. Launch control is standard on both variants with an eight-speed automatic transmission and an AWD system. 

The X4 comes with a set of standard safety features and four disc brakes and a very efficient ABS system. The standard safety features include Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Child Safety Locks, Electronic Stability Control, Parking Sensors, Crash Sensor, Front and Side Impact Beams and Adaptive Cruise Control. 

The forward-collision warning comes with automated emergency braking and the standard lane-departure warning comes in combination with lane-keeping assist making for a really safe driving experience. The horde of safety features has made the X4 a popular choice in its segment when it comes to a family car. 

Overall, the X4 is a great package of safety, comfort, and performance and if you overlook the lacking cargo space and a slight lack of headroom, the car is almost a perfect SUV in the Philippines market. For people who prefer a compact and midsize SUV, the X4 is a fine offering from the German carmakers and the 5-seater can be a great choice for family and daily commute purposes.