The BMW iX4 price in Australia is now locked in. BMW's new electric SUV coupe starts from $103,900 before on-road costs for the iX4 40 xDrive and rises to $119,900 before on-roads for the iX4 50 xDrive. First local deliveries are due in the first quarter of 2027.
It is the third model on BMW's Neue Klasse electric platform, and it arrives with a headline number that will grab attention: up to 828km of WLTP range in the 50 xDrive. The real question for buyers is whether the coupe roofline is worth paying extra over the iX3 it is built on.
BMW iX4 price in Australia: the two launch variants
The range opens with two dual-motor, all-wheel-drive variants. A flagship iX4 M60 xDrive follows later in 2027 with M-specific chassis tuning and more equipment.
- iX4 40 xDrive: $103,900 before on-road costs, 275kW and 520Nm, 0-100km/h in 5.6 seconds, up to 638km WLTP range from an 82.6kWh battery - iX4 50 xDrive: $119,900 before on-road costs, 345kW and 645Nm, 0-100km/h in 4.9 seconds, up to 828km WLTP range from a 108.7kWh battery - iX4 M60 xDrive: due later in 2027, with BMW quoting 450kW, 875Nm and a 3.9-second 0-100km/h time. Local pricing has not been announced
Those are list prices before on-road costs. Registration, stamp duty and dealer delivery will add several thousand dollars on top, and the amount varies by state.
You are paying $10,000 for the roofline
The iX4 shares its platform, length and width with the iX3. At 4782mm long, 1895mm wide and 1595mm tall, the coupe is the same length and width, just lower and sleeker at the back.
The cleanest comparison is at the top of each range. The iX3 50 xDrive lists at $109,900 before on-roads, so the iX4 50 xDrive asks $10,000 more for a similar dual-motor setup.
The entry gap looks bigger, but it is not like for like. The iX3 40 is $89,900 before on-roads and drives the rear wheels only, while the iX4 40 xDrive is all-wheel drive. That extra motor explains part of the $14,000 difference.
For a full breakdown of the cheaper sibling, see our story on the BMW iX3 40 at $89,900.
The coupe tax is not just money, it is space
The sloping roof costs you some cargo room. The iX4 offers 490 litres behind the rear seats and 1600 litres with them folded, plus a 58-litre storage space under the bonnet.
That is 30 litres less than the iX3 with the seats up and 150 litres less with them folded. For a couple or a small family it will rarely matter. For anyone who regularly carries prams, dogs or bulky sporting gear, the iX3 is the smarter buy.
Luxury car tax and FBT: the number that really matters
This is where the iX4 gets expensive in ways the brochure does not show. The ATO's 2026-27 luxury car tax threshold for fuel-efficient vehicles is $91,661, and LCT is charged at 33 per cent on the value above that line.
Both iX4 variants sit above that threshold. That has a second consequence that matters more to many buyers: the electric car fringe benefits tax exemption only applies when the car's value is below the fuel-efficient LCT threshold when it is first sold.
In plain terms, if you were planning to novate an iX4 through your employer to save FBT, the exemption will not apply. The iX3 40 at $89,900 sits below the threshold, which is why it is the BMW many salary packagers will end up in. We covered the same trap when the Lexus RZ dropped its price to get under the line.
Range and charging: the 50 xDrive is the one to want
The 50 xDrive's 828km WLTP claim is long for any electric SUV in this class. It also supports DC charging at up to 400kW, and BMW says it can add up to 387km of WLTP range in 10 minutes in ideal conditions.
The 40 xDrive peaks at 300kW on a DC charger and offers up to 638km of WLTP range. That is still plenty for most Australian driving, but the extra $16,000 for the 50 buys more power, more battery and faster charging.
Real-world range will be lower than WLTP figures, especially at highway speeds and in hot weather with the air-conditioning working hard. Plan your road trips around the realistic number, not the headline one.
What you get as standard
Standard equipment across the range includes the M Sport package, 20-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic glass roof and a 17.9-inch central touchscreen running BMW's Panoramic iDrive. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated seats and steering wheel, and Harman Kardon audio are also included.
The vehicle warranty is five years with unlimited kilometres, and the battery is covered for eight years or 160,000km. Check the exact inclusions on your quote, because launch-spec cars often arrive with option packs already fitted.
How dealers will play the first allocation
Expect the first months of supply to be tight. Early cars commonly arrive already optioned, and some dealers will push those optioned units rather than order the base spec you actually want.
Do not accept a "market adjustment" or a pre-loaded accessory pack as the price of getting an early car. Ask for the full drive-away figure in writing, compare it with the list price plus your state's on-road costs, and be prepared to wait a few months for the right car.
Demonstrators are another angle. Dealers will need iX4 demo cars for test drives, and those can come up with a meaningful discount after a few thousand kilometres. If you are not in a rush, that is often the sharpest way into a new BMW.
Who should buy the iX4, and who should not
The iX4 makes sense if you want a sportier-looking electric BMW, value the extra range of the 50 xDrive, and are buying with cash or a standard car loan rather than salary packaging.
It makes less sense if FBT savings are part of your plan, or if you need the extra boot space. In those cases the iX3 does most of the same job for less.
Financing a six-figure electric SUV
At these prices, the finance deal matters almost as much as the sticker price. A small difference in interest rate on a $120,000 loan can add up to thousands of dollars over the term, and dealer finance is rarely the cheapest option on the table.
That is where Loanseekers comes in. Before you sign the dealer's finance paperwork on an iX4, Loanseekers can compare your loan against 70 different lenders to find the best offer for your situation. Have that pre-approval sorted before the first allocation lands, and you can negotiate on the car alone.
If you are weighing up the iX3 instead, Carseekers can help you get a sharper price on that model, so you can compare both options on real numbers.
The finer details
Your questions answered.
When is the BMW iX4 coming to Australia?
BMW says the iX4 arrives in Australia in the first quarter of 2027, starting with the iX4 40 xDrive and iX4 50 xDrive. The high-performance iX4 M60 xDrive follows later in 2027, with local pricing still to be announced.
How much is the BMW iX4 in Australia?
The iX4 40 xDrive is priced from $103,900 before on-road costs and the iX4 50 xDrive from $119,900 before on-roads. Registration, stamp duty and dealer delivery are extra and vary by state, so ask for a written drive-away price.
What is the range of the BMW iX4?
The iX4 50 xDrive claims up to 828km on the WLTP cycle from a 108.7kWh battery, while the iX4 40 xDrive claims up to 638km from an 82.6kWh battery. Expect less in real-world driving, especially at highway speeds.
Is the BMW iX4 more expensive than the iX3?
Yes. The iX4 50 xDrive costs $10,000 more than the iX3 50 xDrive at $109,900. The iX4 40 xDrive is $14,000 above the iX3 40, but the iX3 40 is rear-wheel drive while the iX4 40 xDrive has all-wheel drive.
Can I get the EV FBT exemption on a BMW iX4 novated lease?
No. The electric car FBT exemption only applies when the car's value is below the fuel-efficient luxury car tax threshold, which is $91,661 for 2026-27. Both iX4 variants are priced above that, so salary packagers chasing the exemption should look at the iX3 40 instead.
How fast does the BMW iX4 charge?
The iX4 50 xDrive supports DC charging at up to 400kW and BMW claims it can add up to 387km of WLTP range in 10 minutes in ideal conditions. The iX4 40 xDrive peaks at 300kW on a DC charger.
