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BMW X4 vs Maserati Levante comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 93,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Maserati Levante?

BMW X4 vs Maserati Levante: Key differences

BMW X4

  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Maserati Levante

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

X4

The Dynamic Duo: BMW X4 vs Maserati Levante

In the ever-evolving world of luxury SUVs, the BMW X4 and the Maserati Levante continue to make waves. Both vehicles exude elegance and offer a blend of advanced technology, powerful performance, and luxurious comfort. But how do they stack up against each other? Let's dive into the details.

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Design and Aesthetics

The BMW X4 presents a sporty coupé silhouette with its sloping roofline and aggressive stance. The dimensions reflect a length of 4751 mm, a width up to 1938 mm, and a height of 1621 mm, offering a balanced blend of sportiness and practicality. With a trunk capacity of 525 liters, it combines function with style.

The Maserati Levante, on the other hand, stretches to a length of 5005 mm, with a width of 1981 mm, and a height of 1693 mm, showcasing its Italian flair for luxury and performance. It provides a slightly larger trunk capacity of 580 liters, accommodating a variety of needs with finesse.

X4

Engine Options and Performance

When it comes to engine variety, the BMW X4 offers an array of options including petrol MHEV, diesel MHEV, and traditional petrol engines. Power varies from 184 HP to a formidable 510 HP, depending on the model. The most powerful variant accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds, with a top speed of 250 km/h.

The Levante keeps it simple, offering petrol MHEV and petrol engines delivering 330 HP and 430 HP. With a speedy 0 to 100 km/h time of 5.2 seconds for the latter, and a top speed reaching 264 km/h, the Levante emphasizes performance imbued with Maserati's signature prowess.

Levante

Driving Dynamics and Efficiency

Both the X4 and Levante employ all-wheel drive systems, ensuring control and stability in various driving conditions. For drivers conscious about consumption, the X4 offers better efficiency with fuel consumption as low as 6 L/100km, while the Levante ranges from 9.7 to 12.1 L/100km, balancing performance with prestige.

X4

Innovation and Technology

The BMW X4 integrates cutting-edge innovations, from a responsive automatic gearbox to driver-assistance technologies, enhancing the immersive driving experience. Its expansive tech suite is designed for those who demand connectivity and convenience.

Maserati's Levante, not to be overshadowed, provides a luxurious tech environment, offering intuitive infotainment systems and a seamless automatic gearbox. Maserati's attention to high-quality interiors and state-of-the-art tech makes the Levante a quintessential luxury vehicle.

Levante

Conclusion: Which One Takes the Crown?

Choosing between the BMW X4 and the Maserati Levante boils down to personal preferences. The X4 stands out with varied engine choices, excellent fuel efficiency, and a sporty design that blends utility with enthusiastic driving.

Conversely, the Levante reflects Maserati's traditional luxury ethos, with robust performance, slightly more generous space, and a distinctly Italian design aesthetic.

Ultimately, whether you are swayed by the Bavarian precision of the BMW X4 or the Italian craftsmanship of the Maserati Levante, both SUVs promise a driving experience that is as luxurious as it is exhilarating.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X4

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW X4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 51,900 £ , while the Maserati Levante costs 93,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,024 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X4 uses 6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Maserati Levante with 9.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

Levante

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X4 offers moderately more power – delivering 510 HP compared to 430 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Maserati Levante takes 5.2 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Maserati Levante is very slightly faster – reaching 264 km/h, while the BMW X4 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X4 delivers slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

X4

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X4 is moderately lighter – 1,875 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Levante offers barely more boot space – 580 L compared to 525 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Levante carries moderately more – 615 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X4 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £51,900
X4

BMW X4

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 510 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 10.7 L/100km
BMW X4
Maserati Levante

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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Maserati Levante

The Maserati Levante blends Italian flair with SUV practicality, wrapped in sculpted lines and a throaty exhaust note that ensures it never goes unnoticed. It's a driver's SUV that favors emotion over spreadsheets, pairing a luxurious cabin with lively handling so even the daily commute feels like a cheeky weekend escape.

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BMW X4
Maserati Levante

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
93,900 - 125,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.7 - 12.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
221 - 273 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,184 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
580 L
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
5,005 mm
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,981 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
1,693 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
316 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 6 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
245 - 264 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,979 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Maserati
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