2025 BMW X4 M vs 2025 Lincoln Aviator

$79,100 · Crossover

$59,295 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 BMW X4 M blasts off the line with a ferocious 473 hp and 457 lb-ft of torque, embracing pure, unadulterated Bavarian performance in its aggressively sculpted crossover form, distinct from the stately arrival of the 2025 Lincoln Aviator. The Aviator, while offering a respectable 400 hp and an extra dose of elegance, prioritizes cruising comfort, achieving 21 combined MPG compared to the BMW's thirstier 17 combined MPG. This performance disparity highlights the core conflict: the X4 M demands premium fuel for its track-ready capability, whereas the Aviator manages better efficiency, even recommending premium instead of requiring it. With a nearly $20,000 MSRP gap—$79,100 for the X4 M versus $59,295 for the Aviator—buyers must weigh the X4 M's sheer power against the Aviator's superior overall fuel economy and greater passenger volume.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lincoln Aviator

The Lincoln Aviator wins for commuting due to its better 21 combined MPG efficiency versus the BMW's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lincoln Aviator

The Lincoln Aviator offers superior practicality with greater overall dimensions and slightly more cargo space at 19.2 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 BMW X4 M

The 2025 BMW X4 M delivers significantly higher performance metrics with 473 hp compared to the Aviator's 400 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lincoln Aviator

The Lincoln Aviator provides compelling luxury and power for $19,805 less than the X4 M, making it the better overall value proposition.

Choose the BMW X4 M if...

You demand track-ready acceleration powered by 473 hp and 457 lb-ft of torque.
You prefer a tighter, more aggressive driving dynamic inherent in its shorter 187.5-inch length.
You are willing to spend the $79,100 MSRP for specialized M division engineering.

Choose the Lincoln Aviator if...

Your primary concern is efficiency, benefiting from 21 combined MPG versus the X4 M's 17 MPG.
You need slightly more space, noted by the Aviator's larger 19.2 cu ft cargo capacity.
You seek a premium experience while saving nearly $20,000 in the initial purchase price.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	BMW X4 M	Lincoln Aviator
Length	187.5"	199.7"
Width	75.9"	79.6"
Height	63.7"	69.2"
Wheelbase	112.8"	119.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	473 hp @ 6250 rpm	400 hp
Torque	457 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm	415 lb-ft
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/20 MPG	18/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	258.0/344.0 mi.	363.6/505.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.2 gal.	20.2 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	13.2 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Harman/Kardon	—
Stereo Power	464W	—
Speaker System	16	10
Subwoofer Count	2	1
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Rear Volume Controls	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
Front Head Room	39.5 in.	40.2 in.
Front Leg Room	40.7 in.	43.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.5 in.	61.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	58.5 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	10-way
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way

Rearseats

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	37.2 in.	38.4 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.5 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.0 in.	61.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	58.3 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	20 x 10.0 in.	—
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	265/45R Z	255/55R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.

Suspension

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	BMW	Lincoln
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 BMW X4 M and 2025 Lincoln Aviator.

What is the main performance difference between the 2025 BMW X4 M and the 2025 Lincoln Aviator?

The BMW X4 M holds a significant power advantage, boasting 473 hp, which is 73 hp more than the Lincoln Aviator’s 400 hp. This translates to sharper acceleration and a more engaging, sporty drive for the BMW.

How much more fuel-efficient is the Lincoln Aviator compared to the X4 M?

The Lincoln Aviator is substantially more efficient, delivering 21 combined MPG compared to the BMW X4 M's 17 combined MPG. Furthermore, the Aviator only recommends premium fuel, whereas the X4 M strictly requires it.

Which crossover offers better utility for hauling cargo?

The 2025 Lincoln Aviator offers slightly more utility with 19.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, edged out by the slightly smaller 18.5 cubic feet offered by the BMW X4 M.

What is the price premium for opting for the high-performance BMW X4 M?

Choosing the 2025 BMW X4 M commands an MSRP of $79,100, resulting in a premium of $19,805 over the 2025 Lincoln Aviator's base price of $59,295.

Do these vehicles utilize similar transmissions?

Both vehicles use a shiftable automatic transmission, but the BMW employs an 8-speed unit while the Lincoln Aviator uses a 10-speed automatic, which may contribute to its slightly better highway cruising efficiency (25 MPG vs. 20 MPG).

How does the AWD system of the BMW compare to the RWD setup of the Lincoln?

The BMW X4 M utilizes an All-Wheel Drive system designed for maximizing grip during high-output driving, whereas the Lincoln Aviator utilizes a Rear-Wheel Drive configuration, often prioritizing balanced handling and comfort during normal operation.