The BMW X4 most often competes with the Mercedes-Benz GLC Class based on their similar looks and powertrains.
We like the higher-zoot GLC43 for its turbo-6 and all-wheel drive, but the base X4 has a better turbo-4.
The Audi Q5 is tangentially related, although its styling is considerably more upright.
The SQ5 might be worth a look if performance is your priority.
The Porsche Macan is similarly priced at base levels, but reaches bonkers-level price and performance in Macan Turbo guise.
The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is a stylish pick for small crossover buyers who may need some modicum of off-road talent (there has to be a few of you out there).
The new BMW X3 is on its way soon and may be a compelling pick just across the showroom floor—it’s more practical and has better interior tech.
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The 2018 BMW X4 takes today’s trend toward swoopier SUVs and packages it with a roundel up front. It’s entertaining and a looker, but not all that practical. |
The Audi Q5 is certainly the segment's most modern offering, delivering a high degree of technology, comfort, and conservative style. |
The 2018 BMW X3 ventures into M territory, but doesn’t lose sight of its SUV duties. |
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque gets a new lease on life this year with a good powertrain upgrade that helps it stay competitive. Of course, its looks help too. |
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class captivates crossover types with its lush cabin and its plush ride; there’s AMG power on tap if you must. |
The 2018 Porsche Macan is the performance pick among compact crossovers because of course it is. Purists may scoff, but we don’t much care. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $47,600 | $41,500 | $42,650 | $41,800 | $40,050 | $47,800 |
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| 18 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy |
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| Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
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| Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD |
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| xDrive28i Sports Activity Coupe | 2.0 TFSI Premium | xDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicle | 5 Door SE | GLC 300 SUV | AWD |
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| All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sports Activity Coupe | quattro Sport Utility | Sports Activity Vehicle | 5-Door | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
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| Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD |
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| 2018 BMW X4 vs. 2018 Audi Q5 | 2018 BMW X4 vs. 2018 BMW X3 | 2018 BMW X4 vs. 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | 2018 BMW X4 vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class | 2018 BMW X4 vs. 2018 Porsche Macan | |
