BMW is set to relaunch the X4 SUV in India, but this time, it’s arriving in a single, high-performance xDrive M40i variant. This article dives into the resurrection of the BMW X4, its striking features, and what sets it apart in the competitive Indian market.
Sporty Redesign and Elegant Color Options
The revived X4 maintains its signature sloping roofline, resembling its predecessor. However, it draws design inspiration from the X3, the SUV it’s based on. The BMW M kidney grille is now in glossy black, with smoked headlamps and a bold bumper featuring a black skid plate. The 20-inch Jet Black M light alloy wheels with M sport brakes and red callipers add to its aesthetics. To enhance contrast, the exterior rear-view mirrors are also black, while the LED tail lamps and a blacked-out bumper complete its sporty look. The X4 is available in two sophisticated colors: Black Sapphire and Brooklyn Grey, and measures 4,752 mm in length, 1,938 mm in width, 1,621 mm in height, with a 2,864 mm wheelbase.
Powerful Engine and Versatile Driving Modes
At the heart of the BMW X4 M40i lies a robust 3.0-liter in-line 6-cylinder turbo-petrol engine. This powerhouse produces an impressive 355 hp and 500 Nm of peak torque. It’s complemented by a 48-volt mild-hybrid system for enhanced efficiency, channeling power to all four wheels through an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The X4 M40i boasts a remarkable sprint time, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h. This performance mirrors its sibling, the X3 M40i, even with a distinct body variant.
Plush Leather, High-Tech Infotainment, and Spacious Cargo
Inside, the X4 M40i welcomes you with BMW’s Vernasca Leather dashboard, available in Black or Tacora Red leather with carbon fiber trim accents. As the sole trim option, it comes standard with the M package, offering unique pedals, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and M-specific graphics on the driver’s display. The 12.3-inch infotainment system features BMW’s Operating System 7.0, the BMW Virtual Assistant, a premium Harman Kardon sound system, navigation, and wireless phone connectivity. Additional features include a panoramic sunroof, reclining rear seats, ambient lighting, 3-zone climate control, and wireless charging. The spacious interior provides comfortable seating for passengers and generous cargo space, expandable by folding down the rear seats.
Advanced Driver Assistance and Comprehensive Safety Systems
The X4 M40i comes equipped with a range of safety features, including an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS). This includes adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, parking assistance, emergency braking, and collision avoidance. Additional safety systems comprise six airbags, attentiveness assistance, dynamic stability control, cornering brake control, electric parking brake, electronic immobilizer, and a crash sensor.
Aggressive Pricing and Market Competition
The BMW X4 xDrive M40i makes its comeback in India, starting at an ex-showroom price of Rs 96.20 lakh. Interestingly, BMW also offers the X3 M40i at a lower starting price of Rs 87.7 lakh, featuring the same potent powertrain with additional rear passenger headroom and cargo space. External competition is expected from the Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 in the near future.
The relaunch of the BMW X4 xDrive M40i promises a powerful and luxurious driving experience in India, catering to performance enthusiasts and luxury connoisseurs. Its revamped exterior, powerful engine, top-tier technology, and enhanced safety features position it as a strong contender in the competitive Indian market.
