2025 BMW X4 M vs 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

$79,100 · Crossover

$56,700 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 BMW X4 M and the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser is the $22,400 difference in MSRP, with the BMW starting at $79,100 compared to the Land Cruiser's $56,700. This price gap reflects performance versus utility priorities. The X4 M boasts substantially higher output with 473 hp, significantly outpacing the Land Cruiser's 326 hp, though the Land Cruiser surprisingly generates more torque at 465 lb-ft versus the BMW's 457 lb-ft. Fuel economy reveals a major divergence, with the Land Cruiser achieving 23 combined MPG versus the X4 M's 17 combined MPG. Furthermore, the Land Cruiser offers more than double the utility, providing 46.2 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the X4 M's 18.5 cu ft. These metrics establish a clear trade-off between German high-performance handling and rugged Japanese practicality.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser wins for commuting due to its superior 23 combined MPG rating compared to the X4 M's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser is better suited for families, offering 46.2 cu ft of cargo capacity, more than double the 18.5 cu ft in the X4 M.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 BMW X4 M

The 2025 BMW X4 M is the choice for performance enthusiasts, delivering 473 hp and 457 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser provides superior utility and efficiency for a starting MSRP that is $22,400 lower than the X4 M.

Choose the BMW X4 M if...

Your priority is outright acceleration, as indicated by its 473 hp output.
You prefer the marginally higher torque figure of 457 lb-ft paired with a performance-tuned AWD system.
You value a lower overall vehicle height (63.7 inches) typical of a sportier crossover profile.

Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser if...

Maximizing fuel efficiency is critical, given its 23 combined MPG rating versus 17 MPG.
You require substantial utility, benefiting from the 46.2 cu ft of available cargo space.
You are looking to save $22,400 upfront, as its MSRP is $56,700 compared to the X4 M's $79,100.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	BMW X4 M	Toyota Land Cruiser
Length	187.5"	196.4"
Width	75.9"	77.9"
Height	63.7"	75.7"
Wheelbase	112.8"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	BMW	Toyota
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	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	473 hp @ 6250 rpm	326 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	457 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm	465 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Hi-Lo
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/20 MPG	22/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	258.0/344.0 mi.	393.8/447.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.2 gal.	17.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	BMW	Toyota
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	✓	—
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	Toyota
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Harman/Kardon	—
Stereo Power	464W	—
Speaker System	16	6
Subwoofer Count	2	—
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)	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Front Head Room	39.5 in.	40.1 in.
Front Leg Room	40.7 in.	43.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.5 in.	58.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	55.4 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Rear Head Room	37.2 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.5 in.	36.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.0 in.	59.2 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	57.0 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	20 x 10.0 in.	—
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	265/45R Z	245/70R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	—
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Front Suspension Type	—	Independent

Warranty

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	2 yr./ 25000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 BMW X4 M and 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser.

How much more powerful is the 2025 BMW X4 M compared to the Land Cruiser?

The X4 M produces 473 horsepower, providing a substantial 147 hp advantage over the Land Cruiser's 326 hp. However, the Land Cruiser counters slightly in torque, delivering 465 lb-ft versus the BMW's 457 lb-ft.

What is the primary cost difference between these two vehicles?

The 2025 BMW X4 M has an MSRP of $79,100, which is $22,400 more expensive than the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser starting at $56,700. This price reflects the premium placed on the X4 M's high-performance powertrain.

Which vehicle is significantly more practical for carrying gear or luggage?

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser offers superior cargo capacity, providing 46.2 cu ft. This is more than double the 18.5 cu ft available in the smaller, performance-focused BMW X4 M.

Is one vehicle substantially better for fuel economy during daily driving?

Yes, the Land Cruiser has a measurable advantage in efficiency, achieving 23 combined MPG (22 city/25 highway). The BMW X4 M only manages 17 combined MPG (15 city/20 highway), requiring premium fuel for both.

Do both vehicles utilize an automatic transmission?

Yes, both the 2025 BMW X4 M and the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser come equipped with an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

What are the key dimensional differences between the X4 M and the Land Cruiser?

The Land Cruiser is both longer (196.4 inches vs. 187.5 inches) and significantly taller (75.7 inches vs. 63.7 inches). Both use AWD/4WD systems, but the difference in height impacts their respective roles.