“Love the space and comfort in my new X4 M comp and the power is unbeatable! Its like driving a very comfy, classy, sexy race car.”
2021 BMW X4 M: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2021 BMW X4 M is a light-update year, not a redesign. The main change is that Live Cockpit Professional becomes standard across the lineup.
About the 2021 BMW X4 M
1st-generation X4 M (F98), second model year; based on the 2nd-generation X4 before the 2022 refresh.
BMW positions the X4 M as a high-performance Sports Activity Coupe: a compact luxury SUV with the engine, chassis tuning, and driver-focused controls of an M model, wrapped in a lower, more dramatic fastback body than the X3 M. Its appeal is not maximum cargo space. It is for shoppers who want serious acceleration, sharp handling, all-weather traction, and a more expressive shape without giving up four doors and everyday usability.
BMW positions the 2021 X4 M as the core high-performance version of its coupe-roof SUV, with a 473-hp twin-turbo six-cylinder engine, all-wheel drive that favors the rear wheels, and adjustable suspension. It pairs heated leather sport seats with a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital gauge display, and Harman Kardon audio; X4 Ms with the Competition Package have extra power, blacked-out details, and upgraded seats.
What changed, by category
Tech
Live Cockpit Professional becomes standard, bringing navigation, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument display to every X4 M. Android Auto also becomes standard alongside Apple CarPlay.
Trim lineup
The separate X4 M Competition trim is dropped. Its performance and appearance upgrades are folded into a Competition Package for the base X4 M.
2021 BMW X4 M specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd M Sport w/Drivelogic, Sport & Manual Modes |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg |
| Horsepower | 473 hp |
| Torque | 442 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 50.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.5 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Roof Rails | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2021 BMW X4 M?
The biggest change is standard Live Cockpit Professional. Every 2021 X4 M has navigation, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument display.
Was the 2021 BMW X4 M redesigned?
No, the 2021 BMW X4 M was not redesigned. It is the second model year of the first-generation X4 M, and its 473-hp engine, performance-focused all-wheel drive, and basic styling carry over from 2020.
What happened to the BMW X4 M Competition for 2021?
The Competition version stopped being a separate trim for 2021. BMW instead grouped its extra power, blacked-out trim details, and upgraded seats into a Competition Package for the base X4 M.
Does the 2021 BMW X4 M have Android Auto?
Yes, Android Auto is standard on the 2021 BMW X4 M. Apple CarPlay is also part of its standard touchscreen system.
How different is the 2021 BMW X4 M from the 2020 model?
The 2021 model is only modestly different from the 2020 X4 M. Its main gains are standard Live Cockpit Professional and Android Auto, while the former stand-alone Competition trim becomes a package; the base model's 473-hp powertrain carries over.
2021 BMW X4 M Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2021 BMW X4 M.
4.3
2021 BMW X4 M
(41 reviews)
“The BMW Brand absolutely exudes the Ultimate Driving Machine. The X4M is the ultimate driving machine and is a real beast of a vehicle.”
“If you want a really fast, responsive, beautiful auto, this is the one for you! It looks and sounds sporty even though it is not a sedan. Visibility is quite good for changing lanes. Provides good 360 view when parking/backing.”