Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 X4.
The 2017 BMW X4 is an SUV that comes paired with an Automatic (S8) transmission and achieves EPA‑rated fuel economy of 19/26/21 mpg. It carries a modest record of three total owner complaints and two recall actions, positioning its complaint volume near the lower end of the model’s 2014‑2026 complaint history, where the highest complaint year reached 14 in 2020 and the lowest was two in 2024. Consequently, the 2017 model year appears early in the reliability timeline and demonstrates a relatively strong reliability profile compared with later peaks.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11428683168. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 11428683168 alt 11428637820 |
| Engine air filter | 13717571355 alt 13717601868 |
| Spark plug | 12120039634 alt 12120039664 |
| Battery | 61217594976 alt 61217598775 |
| Front wiper blades | 61612458017 |
| Thermostat | 11537586784 alt 11538635689 |
| Cabin air filter | 64319312318 alt 64119237159 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 183.9 in |
| Overall width | 74 in |
| Overall height | 63.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in |
| Curb weight | 4235 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63.8 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 51/49 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 19 / 26 / 21 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the X4 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | M40i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 4.40 sec | 13.10 sec | 355 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | M40i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 4.90 sec | 13.60 sec | 355 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | xDrive28i 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.20 sec | 14.90 sec | 240 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive35i 3.0L turbo I-6 | 5.10 sec | 13.70 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.20 sec | 13.80 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.20 sec | 13.90 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive28i 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.90 sec | 14.60 sec | 240 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive28i 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.30 sec | 15.00 sec | 240 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 3.0 ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 108.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 72.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 2979cc Turbo: 26 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 35.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Spark Plug Gap | Not adjustable in |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.04-1.09 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 70 degrees | 70 degrees |
| 3 | 70 | |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 70 degrees | 70 degrees |
| 2 | 70 | |
Prep 1995cc Liter Engines: Step 1: 30 ft. lbs.
| 2 | + 120 degrees. 1997cc Liter Engines: 26 ft. lbs. 1998cc Liter Engines: Step 1: 21 ft. lbs. | 120 degrees |
| 2 | + 180 | |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 180 | |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.
| 1 | Bolts 1-14 | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | Bolts 1-14 | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-14 | 180 degrees |
| 4 | M9 Bolts | 16.2 ft. lbs |
| 5 | M9 Bolts | 16.2 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 44.0 ft. lbs. | 44 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 45 | |
| 1 | 44.0 ft. lbs. | 44 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 45 | |
Prep Gasoline engines · M8 Bolts
| 1 | 84 inch lbs. | 84 in |
| 2 | 55 degrees; M11 Bolts | 55 degrees |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 100 degrees; Diesel engines | 100 degrees |
| 1 | 18.0 ft. lbs. | 18 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 36.0 ft. lbs. | 36 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 60 degrees | 60 degrees |
| 4 | 60 degrees | 60 degrees |
Prep Gasoline engines
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 70 degrees; Diesel engines; NS | 70 degrees |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 | |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 70 | |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2017 BMW X4 sits on the lower end of the complaint and recall trend for its generation, with 3 complaints and 2 recalls compared to 10 complaints and 2 recalls in 2016 and 11 complaints with 1 recall in 2018. Its investigations count (1) mirrors the surrounding years, while the total safety bulletins (159) are slightly above the 2016 and 2018 totals but well below the spike seen in 2019 (269). The primary complaint areas for 2017—Engine & Engine Cooling/Power Train, Electrical System, and Service Brakes—reflect the same focus seen in adjacent years, indicating no new emerging issues. Given the relatively low number of complaints, recalls, and safety bulletins, the 2017 model year appears to be a stable choice within the X4's production arc. Thus, 2017 is a good year to consider buying a used X4, provided other factors such as mileage and maintenance history are favorable.
All 3 complaints on record, top 3 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017, X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i and X3 xDrive35i, vehicles manufactured July 2, 2010 to April 14, 2016, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles manufactured… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may…
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March…
Showing 5 of 159 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| InVeh-In-App-Comm | 2026-03-25 | Structure | It has been established that the water drain in the right front end area is inadequate… |
| B010921 | 2024-12-11 | Engine | The NVLD limited emission related warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has… |
| B410722 | 2024-04-04 | Structure | While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the… |
| B510819 | 2024-01-16 | Electrical System | The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
| B611305 | 2024-01-11 | Electrical System | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process… |
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EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 21 combined mpg.