X4 xDrive30i vs BMW X5 xDrive40i

X4 xDrive30i

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

BMW X5 xDrive40i

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

Car A

X4 xDrive30i

The X4 xDrive30i blends AWD confidence, efficient running, and brisk 6.1 s 0–100 km/h performance in a five-seat SUV that suits growing families and road trips. It’s not built for cargo-heavy tasks or track thrills, but overall it offers good value in its segment.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety7 L/100kmAWD

Car B

BMW X5 xDrive40i

The BMW X5 xDrive40i is a well-rounded AWD SUV that blends strong performance with family-ready space and a safety-focused character. It suits growing families and road trips, offering good value in its segment if efficiency and tight-city maneuvering aren't priorities.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety340 hpAWD

Why compared performance gapsame body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seats

Usage fit

Family 65 / 79

City 46 / 26

Budget / value 42 / 47

Road trip 61 / 76

Performance 34 / 38

Cargo 37 / 44

Practical 42 / 54

Premium 50 / 61

Winter 76 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = X4 xDrive30i · Orange = BMW X5 xDrive40i

Specs side-by-side

Spec X4 xDrive30i BMW X5 xDrive40i

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Pros & cons

X4 xDrive30i

AWD traction for winter and mixed-weather confidence
Brisk 0–100 km/h in 6.1 s with 245 hp for easy merging and passing
Five-seat practicality with 525 L cargo space suits growing families and road trips
Efficient for its class with a combined consumption of 7, offering good value in its segment
Only five seats—no third row for larger families
525 L cargo capacity may feel tight for cargo-heavy use
Gasoline powertrain won’t suit buyers prioritizing electrified efficiency
Not aimed at performance driving; 245 hp and AWD tune favor balance over thrills

BMW X5 xDrive40i

AWD traction adds confidence in winter and variable conditions
Strong, smooth acceleration for easy highway merging and passing
Generous 650 L cargo area supports family gear and road trips
Good value in its segment with reliability and safety as priorities
Combined consumption of 10.5 may not satisfy efficiency-minded buyers
Large SUV footprint is less convenient for frequent city driving
Seats five only; no third row for larger families
Not aimed at performance driving despite brisk 0–100

Verdict

Pick X4 xDrive30i if…

Best fuel economy

X4 xDrive30i uses 7.0 L/100km vs 10.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick BMW X5 xDrive40i if…

More power

BMW X5 xDrive40i puts out 340 hp vs 245 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

X4 xDrive30i

BMW X5 xDrive40i

Verdict

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