The BMW iX4 is introduced as a variant of the iX3 electric vehicle with a sloping roofline, offering a different design and potentially improved aerodynamics, with a possible trade-off in headroom and cargo space.
The BMW iX4, a new electric coupe SUV, has been spotted undergoing testing in Europe, showcasing a design that combines the practicality of an SUV with the sporty aesthetics of a coupe.
It features a vertical twin kidney grille, a rakish windscreen, and a steeply sloping roofline, setting it apart from its counterpart, the iX3.
The iX4 is anticipated to share a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system with the iX3, producing a substantial 463 hp and 476 lb-ft of torque, which should enable impressive acceleration and a top speed of 130 mph.
Powered by a 108.7 kWh battery, the iX4 is expected to offer a WLTP range of up to 500 miles and support for 400 kW DC fast charging, allowing for a rapid 10-80% charge in just 21 minutes.
The interior is likely to mirror the iX3, featuring a pillar-to-pillar Panoramic iDrive display, a 17.9-inch infotainment system, and other advanced technologies.
2027 BMW iX4 Spy Photos Reveal Near-Production Design and Powertrain Options
Spy shots of the 2027 BMW iX4 in Sweden show a heavily camouflaged prototype that’s very close to final production, featuring signature iX-style lighting, a sleeker liftgate, and a coupe-like roofline distinguishing it from the iX3.
Key Details:
The iX4 uses BMW’s Neue Klasse platform and will be offered in two trims: iX4 50 xDrive (mirroring the iX3’s 463 hp/476 lb-ft twin-motor setup) and iX4 40 xDrive (lower output, exact specs TBD).
It features advanced projection displays replacing traditional instrument clusters, powered by BMW Operating System X — which drops the rotary controller.
The design includes bi-tone alloys, dark blue brake calipers, and a front bumper similar to the iX3 50 xDrive, with a rear bumper styled for its coupe SUV aesthetic.
The iX4 replaces the combustion X4, which is being phased out due to the more affordable, front-wheel-drive X2’s popularity.