Verdict
The BMW X4 G02 LCI costs RM32,416 more, but brings 249 hp, a 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time, 525 litres of boot space and a far fuller active-safety package, including pedestrian-detecting autonomous braking. Its 80 mm longer body and 54 mm longer wheelbase should matter to families, too. The outgoing BMW X4 F26 is hardly slow at 245 hp and 6.4 seconds, and its 7.3 L/100 km rating versus 8.5 L/100 km makes it the more sensible petrol spend. Pick on condition and equipment if buying used; the G02 LCI is the more complete car on paper.
Pick the BMW X4 F26 if lower purchase cost, 7.3 L/100 km rated fuel use and five years of free scheduled maintenance matter more than newer driver assistance systems.
Pick the BMW X4 G02 LCI if you want the 525-litre boot, adaptive LED lights, panoramic sunroof and pedestrian-detecting autonomous braking.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X4 F26 RM374,384; BMW X4 G02 LCI RM406,800.
- Performance: 245 hp and 6.4 seconds 0-100 km/h; 249 hp and 6.3 seconds.
- Rated fuel economy: 7.3 L/100 km; 8.5 L/100 km.
- Length and wheelbase: 4,671 mm and 2,810 mm; 4,751 mm and 2,864 mm.
- Boot space: 500 litres; 525 litres.
- Autonomous braking: not fitted; pedestrian detection from 5 km/h to 60 km/h.
F26
- RM32,416 lower asking price
- Lower 7.3 L/100 km rated fuel consumption
- Five-year warranty with 100,000 km free scheduled maintenance
- No blind-spot monitoring, collision warning, lane steering correction or autonomous braking
- Smaller 500-litre boot versus 525 litres
- Bi-xenon headlamps rather than adaptive LED projectors with automatic high beam
G02 LCI
- Pedestrian-detecting autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert
- 525-litre boot and 54 mm longer wheelbase
- Panoramic sunroof, 12.3-inch touchscreen and 21-inch wheels
- RM32,416 higher asking price
- Higher 8.5 L/100 km rated fuel consumption and 192 g/km CO2 output
- Two-year manufacturer warranty before the three-year extended warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM374,384✓ | RM406,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Twin-Scroll Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 245 hp at 5,000 rpm | 249 hp at 5,200 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm at 1,250 rpm | 350 Nm at 1,450 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90.1 mm | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 10.2 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Sport Automatic | 8 Speed Steptronic Sport Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.3 L/100 km✓ | 8.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 232 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 169 g/km✓ | 192 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,671 mm | 4,751 mm |
| Width | 1,881 mm | 1,918 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,810 mm | 2,864 mm |
| Weight | 1,845 kg | 1,890 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 67 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 245/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 275/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli P Zero Run-flat |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Double Spoke Style 622M Alloy | 21" Style 726 M 2-tone Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" M Double Spoke Style 622M Alloy | 21" Style 726 M 2-tone Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Dynamic Damper Control | Adaptive Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 60 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Collision Prevention |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | Adaptive LED Projector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED light bar with normal bulb brake light | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function and Bolster Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Centre Armrest, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Boot, 1 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting (6 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | Navigation System with DVD Drive, 8.8" monitor operated by iDrive, Bluetooth, USB + 600W 16 Speaker Harman Kardon Audio System | 12.3" Touchscreen BMW Operating System 7.0 with iDrive Touch Controller, Voice Control and 16-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (464 Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation with Proximity Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Auto-dimming Mirrors |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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F26 vs G02 LCI FAQ
Is the BMW X4 F26 or BMW X4 G02 LCI better?
The BMW X4 G02 LCI is better equipped and more practical, with a 525-litre boot, adaptive LED headlamps and active safety systems absent from the F26. The F26 makes more sense if its lower fuel-use rating and lower entry price are decisive.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X4 G02 LCI is RM32,416 more expensive than the BMW X4 F26.
Which BMW X4 has better safety equipment?
The BMW X4 G02 LCI does. It adds blind-spot monitoring, collision warning, lane-keeping steering correction, rear cross traffic alert and autonomous braking with pedestrian detection at 5-60 km/h; the F26 does not list these systems.
