X4 vs Velar
BMW brings the X4; Land Rover answers with the Velar. Both play in the compact luxury suv class. Lay the spec sheets side by side and you’ll see more overlap than contrast.
At a glance
- Engine & Performance Tie
- Fuel Economy & Range Tie
- Space & Practicality Tie
- Off-road & Towing Tie
- Engine & Performance3.1
- Fuel Economy & Range5.0
- Engine & Performance3.2
- Fuel Economy & Range4.0
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Design & Size
Engine & Performance
Too close to call
Evenly matched is the fairest summary of the engine & performance section. This section won’t settle the choice, so weigh the other areas more heavily.
Fuel Economy & Range
Too close to call
The fuel economy & range section is even. Any gaps here are within the range you’d never notice. Both cover fuel economy & range well enough that other priorities should break the tie.
Space & Practicality
Too close to call
The X4 and the Velar match each other closely in this area. Either car will serve you equally well on space & practicality.
Off-road & Towing
Too close to call
Neither the X4 nor the Velar has a real advantage in the off-road & towing category. Don’t let off-road & towing decide this one; look at the other sections instead.
Safety & Tech
In the safety & tech section, the key entries are names rather than numbers, so compare what the X4 and the Velar list in the table below.
Full Specifications
Engine & Performance
| Spec | X4 | Velar |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | 2.0L turbo I4 | 2.0L turbo I4 |
| Total system output | 248 hp | 247 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 269 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | AWD (xDrive) | AWD |
Fuel Economy & Range
| Spec | X4 | Velar |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel economy (combined)EPA estimate where available | 24 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Fuel economy (city) | 21 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Fuel economy (highway) | 27 mpg | 26 mpg |
Space & Practicality
| Spec | X4 | Velar |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Off-road & Towing
| Spec | X4 | Velar |
|---|---|---|
| AWD / 4WD available | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Tech
| Spec | X4 | Velar |
|---|---|---|
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Which One Should You Buy?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the X4 or the Velar?
It depends on your priorities: the X4 is stronger on the things a spec sheet can’t capture, while the Velar leads on the things a spec sheet can’t capture.
Executive Summary
Honestly, the X4 versus the Velar is one of those matchups where your priorities matter more than the logo.
The X4 is for you if the things a spec sheet can’t capture tops your list; the Velar is for you if the things a spec sheet can’t capture does.
My pick: the X4 for the things a spec sheet can’t capture, the Velar for the things a spec sheet can’t capture, and no wrong answer between them.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.