BMW X5 xDrive40i vs X4 M40i — full comparison

BMW X5 xDrive40i

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

X4 M40i

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

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 safety10.5 L/100kmAWD

Car B

X4 M40i

The BMW X4 M40i is a premium SUV that combines 360 hp performance (0–100 km/h in 4.3 s) with five-seat practicality and a 525 L trunk for road trips. Its 10.6 L/100 km consumption and 73,300 price make it less compelling for city-heavy, budget-minded use.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety360 hp

Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seats

Usage fit

Family 79 / 65

City 26 / 23

Budget / value 47 / 24

Road trip 76 / 65

Performance 38 / 30

Cargo 44 / 37

Practical 54 / 38

Premium 61 / 65

Winter 80 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X5 xDrive40i · Orange = X4 M40i

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X5 xDrive40i X4 M40i

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Pros & cons

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

X4 M40i

Rapid acceleration: 4.3 s 0–100 km/h and 360 hp.
Strong highway performance from 500 Nm torque and 250 km/h top-speed headroom.
Practical for trips: five seats and a 525 L cargo area.
Premium, performance-first positioning suited to road-trip priorities.
Combined consumption of 10.6 L/100 km can be costly for city driving.
Premium pricing around 73,300 won’t suit budget-focused buyers.
Only five seats—no third row for larger families.
Gasoline powertrain may not satisfy efficiency-led shoppers.

Verdict

Pick BMW X5 xDrive40i if…

Best fuel economy

BMW X5 xDrive40i uses 10.5 L/100km vs 10.6 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick X4 M40i if…

More power

X4 M40i puts out 360 hp vs 340 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X5 xDrive40i

X4 M40i

Verdict

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