BMW X4 vs Volkswagen Taigo

BMW X4

BMW’s coupé-SUV (Sports Activity Coupé).

Volkswagen Taigo

Volkswagen’s compact coupé crossover.

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Pick this one if…

BMW X4

Pick the X4 for a more aggressively styled coupé-SUV with xDrive and strong inline-six engines — trading practical space versus the X3.

Best engine: The M40i (B58) or the 30d (B57).

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Pick this one if…

Volkswagen Taigo

Pick the Taigo for a stylish coupé crossover with low running costs and city-friendly dimensions.

Best engine: The 1.0 TSI (110 hp) or 1.5 TSI (150 hp).

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Performance

M40i · Petrol vs 1.0 TSI 110 · Petrol

	BMW X4	Volkswagen Taigo
Power	360 hp Winner	110 hp
Torque	500 Nm Winner	200 Nm
0–100 km/h	4,8 s Winner	10,5 s
Top speed	250 km/h Winner	191 km/h
Power-to-weight	188,0 hp/t Winner	93,6 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	191 g/km	123 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	8,2 L/100km	5,4 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	BMW X4	Volkswagen Taigo
Boot	525 L Winner	440 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.430 L Winner	1.222 L
Wheelbase	2,86 m Winner	2,57 m
Length	4,75 m	4,27 m
Width	1,92 m	1,76 m
Height	1,62 m	1,49 m
Seats	5	5

Powertrain & tech

	BMW X4	Volkswagen Taigo
Platform	F25 (F26) · CLAR (G02)	MQB A0 (transverse, shared with the Polo/T-Cross)
Drive	All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	N20/N55 · B48/B58 petrol · N47/B47 · B57 diesel	EA211 1.0 TSI · EA211 Evo 1.5 TSI
Fuel	Petrol · Diesel	Petrol
Transmission	8-speed automatic (ZF)	5/6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG
Euro standard	Euro 6	Euro 6d (all engines)
LEZ access	Euro 6 petrol/diesel allowed in the LEZ (Brussels/Antwerp/Ghent)	Euro 6d petrol allowed in the LEZ (Brussels/Antwerp/Ghent)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

BMW X4

N20 timing chain and tensioner (early F26)
Oil-filter housing and valve-cover leaks
EGR cooler recall (B47/B57 diesel)

Volkswagen Taigo

DQ200 DSG shift quality (dry clutch)
Infotainment glitches on early cars
Plastic water pump/thermostat module

Pros

BMW X4

Aggressive coupé-SUV styling with presence
Planted xDrive all-wheel drive
Strong inline-six engines (B58/B57)

Volkswagen Taigo

Coupé design stands apart from the T-Cross
Thrifty 1.0 TSI engines with low CO2
Compact and agile in town

Cons

BMW X4

Sloping roof costs headroom and load volume versus the X3
Firm ride, especially on M Sport adaptive suspension

Volkswagen Taigo

Less rear headroom due to the sloping roof
No all-wheel drive available

Driving experience

BMW X4

More dynamic and refined than the F26. Steering is accurate and well-weighted, body control is good, and the car feels planted and secure with xDrive. It is engaging for a crossover but prioritises composure and refinement over pure sharpness. Adaptive suspension (where fitted) offers a useful range between firm and acceptable comfort. The B58 M40i is the standout: strong, refined, free-revving and characterful with excellent mid-range punch. B48 four-cylinder petrols are smooth and responsive. Diesels (especially the B57 sixes) deliver strong low-end torque and effortless cruising. Overall a stylish, capable crossover that balances road presence, dynamics and everyday usability better than its predecessor.

Volkswagen Taigo

Light, easy and aimed squarely at town driving. The Taigo steers quickly and lightly, rides acceptably, and slips through city streets with little effort. The sloping roofline looks good but trims rear headroom, and it is front-wheel drive only. The 1.0 TSI is the sensible choice — smooth and economical — the 1.5 TSI adds useful pace, and the DSG is smooth. It is a style-led small crossover that prioritises looks and ease of use over outright practicality or driving involvement.