[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/bmws-new-x-series-style\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/bmws-new-x-series-style\/","headline":"BMW\u2019s new X Series style","name":"BMW\u2019s new X Series style","description":"With a quarter of all BMW new car sales coming from their X stable of models, a new X Series styling language is pretty big news. And here\u2019s the first of the new X range, the Concept X4, revealed ahead of its public debut at the Shanghai Motor Show later this month. Yes, it\u2019s a concept for now, but an X4 model will be built in 2014, and BMW tells us that it will look much like this chunked-up coupe, […]","datePublished":"2013-04-07","dateModified":"2013-04-07","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/04\/BMW-New-X-Series.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/04\/BMW-New-X-Series.jpg","height":"577","width":"577"},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/bmws-new-x-series-style\/","about":["4x4 Cars","Cars","LATEST CAR NEWS","Sports \/ Performance & Prestige cars"],"wordCount":259,"keywords":["bmw","BMW X4"],"articleBody":"With a quarter of all BMW new car sales coming from their X stable of models, a new X Series styling language is pretty big news. And here\u2019s the first of the new X range, the Concept X4, revealed ahead of its public debut at the Shanghai Motor Show later this month.Yes, it\u2019s a concept for now, but an X4 model will be built in 2014, and BMW tells us that it will look much like this chunked-up coupe, minus a couple of the concept car trick bits like the stunning \u2013 though pedestrian lethal \u2013 wing mirrors, and hidden door handles. It\u2019s a baby X6 then, but with more affordable pricing at around the \u00a335,000 mark.The X4 is a little smaller than the X6 of course, and the same length as the less-coupe-looking X3. It is wider than the X3 however, which gives it its chunky hunkered looks, and when I look at it I want to lower it further over those glamorous 21-inch alloy wheels. With a more aggressive, aftermarket stance, I think this X4 would look just too tough, and I\u2019m sure the various tuning houses will have it tickling the tarmac mere moments after it hits the BMW dealerships in 2014.Further X4 details are slightly scant, but we can expect a similar range of engines as found in the X3; 4- and 6-cylinder petrol and diesel motors with turbos, and either a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic gearbox. The 300bhp, twin-turbo, straight-6 petrol motor would be my thumper of choice.By Dan Anslow"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"BMW\u2019s new X Series style","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/bmws-new-x-series-style\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]