BMW X4 (G02)


The G02 BMW X4 is the second and current generation of the BMW X4 line of compact luxury SUV's. It was revealed online in February 2018 as the successor to the F26 X4, with sales commenced in July 2018.

Development and launch

The G02 X4 was developed alongside the G01 X3, on which it is based on. The X4 features dual ball joint front axle and five-link rear axle suspension, and uses BMW's Cluster Architecture platform that incorporates aluminium and high strength steel. Compared to its predecessor, the X4 is lighter and is taller, longer, and wider.

Equipment

Standard equipment consists of bi-LED headlights, an automatic tailgate, 40:20:40 split folding rear seats, and iDrive 6.0. Models are offered in xLine, M Sport, and M Sport X trim. xLine trim models feature underbody protection, 19-inch alloy wheels and sports seats, while M Sport models include M Sport styling, and M Sport suspension and brakes. M Sport X models include the same features, as well as anthracite headliner and Frozen Grey exterior trim elements. The M40i and M40d also gain a rear M Sport Differential—a single-clutch electromechanical rear differential which emulates the behavior of a conventional LSD. Optional ConnectedDrive features also enable Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant integration.

Models

Petrol engines

Diesel engines

Alpina XD4

The Alpina XD4 debuted at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. It is fitted with a modified version of the B57 diesel engine with four turbochargers, and outputs and 770 Nm. The XD4 is the fastest accelerating diesel-powered production SUV, and can accelerate from 0–100 km/h in 4.6 s and has a top speed of. It is available in left-hand drive markets only.