BMW i4 vs BMW Z4

Last Updated: August 28, 2026

BMW i4 price starts at Rs. 72.50 Lakh, which is Rs. 18.00 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW Z4, priced at Rs. 90.50 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Z4 returns a claimed 8.5 kmpl, while the i4 offers a claimed 483 KM per charge. On the performance front, the i4 uses a 70.2kWh battery producing 335.25bhp and the Z4 a 2998cc engine producing 335bhp@5000-6500rpm. If you're deciding between the i4 and Z4, the i4 is the better pick for affordability, while the Z4 stands out for top speed.

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i4 vs Z4 Comparison Summary

Specification BMW i4BMW Z4
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 72.50 LakhRs. 90.50 Lakh
Mileage / Range 483 KM8.5 kmpl
Engine / Battery 70.2kWh2998 cc
Max power / Motor 335.25bhp335bhp@5000-6500rpm
Top speed 190 Km/h250 Km/h

i4 vs Z4 Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW i4 eDrive35 M SportBMW Z4 M40i
Rating
38 reviews
42 reviews
Brand Name BMW BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 72.50 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 90.50 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement Not Available 2998 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars ConvertibleAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 335.25bhp 335bhp@5000-6500rpm
No Of Cylinders Not Available 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 1-Speed 8-Speed Steptronic
Drive Type RWD RWD
Colors
BMW i4 Colors
BMW Z4 Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Petrol
Tyre Size 225/55 R17 255/35 ZR19
Boot Space 470 Liters 281 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,40,248 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,75,068 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 2.97 Lakh i4 Insurance Rs. 3.78 Lakh Z4 Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
Not Available
2998 cc
Engine Type
Not Available
TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder
Engine Displacement
Not Available
2998 cc
Battery Capacity
70.2kWh
Not Available
Max Power
335.25bhp
335bhp@5000-6500rpm
Range
483 KM
Not Available
Max Torque
430Nm
500Nm@1600-4500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
Not Available
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
1-Speed
8-Speed Steptronic
Valves Per Cylinder
No
4
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
Yes
Kerb Weight
1920 Kg
1610 Kg
Turbo Charger
Not Available
Twin
Regenerative Braking
Yes
No
Super Charge
Not Available
No
Mild Hybrid
No
No
Fast Charging
No
No
Charging Port
CCS-II
Not Available

Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
Petrol
0-100 kmph
5.7 Sec
4.5 Sec
Fuel Capacity
Not Available
52 Liters
Top Speed
190 Km/h
250 Km/h
Mileage (City)
Not Available
8.5 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
Not Available
12.09 kmpl

Suspension Front
3
Not Available
Suspension Rear
4
Not Available
Brakes Front
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
5.5 m
Tyre Size
225/55 R17
255/35 ZR19
Tyre Type
Not Available
Radial, Run flat

Dual Tone Dashboard
Yes
Not Available
Additional Interior Features
Galvanic embellisher for controls ( Switch cluster in doors on driver & front passenger side, Window lift switch, front/rear, Door lock switch), 3-spoke design sport leather steering wheel, Glass roof with integrated wind deflector, Storage Compartment Package with: ( Storage pocket on the rear of the driver side's backrest, Net on left/right side trim panel in Luggage Compartment), Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Floor mats in velour, Centre armrest in rear foldable, with 2 cupholders, Armrest front with storage compartment, Instrument panel in sensatec black with grey double seam, Ambient Interior Lighting with Dynamic Contour Lighting for Welcome, goodbye, Open door & phone call, Power socket (12 V) 1x in the centre console, front: illuminated, with bimetallic spring, 1x in the luggage compartment: with cover flap, Sport exterior package( Kidney ring in pearl chro
Fully Digital 10.25” Instrument cluster with individual character design for Drive modes., M Seat Belts(O), M Sport seats for driver and passenger, Storage Compartment Package, Multifunction M leather steering wheel, Ambient Lights(O), Interior rear-view mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Floor mats in velour,
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Yes
Yes
Lighting
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Not Available
Leather Seats
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
470
281
Seating Capacity
5
2
Doors
4
2
Boot Space
470 Liters
281 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Trunk Opener
Smart
Smart
Additional Exterior Features
17” aerodynamic wheels 852 bi-color, Dynamic Braking lights, Along with sporty front & rear diffuser elements for enhanced aerodynamics, Blanked off kidney grill, Heat protection glazing, made with tempered safety glass, Door handles flush with the door surface, Rain sensor and automatic driving light, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, function on driver side, mirror heating, automatic parking function, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, Welcome Light Carpet Follow-me-home function, Low beam & high beam (Bi-LED technology) LED rear lights, Daytime driving lights & Side Indicator (LED technology), BMW Iconic LED headlights, Automatic operation of tailgate,
(M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style, Bicolour with mixed tyres, M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style, Bicolour with mixed tyres, M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style, Jet Black with mixed tyres (F: 255/35 R19, R: 275/35 R19) (O))3rd brake light, Dynamic braking lights, Lights Package, Soft top in Black, BMW Kidney Grille in Mesh Design, Interior and exterior mirror package (Exterior mirror on Driver side with anti-dazzle function, fold-in function of exterior mirrors, electric, mirror memory for exterior mirrors, automatic parking function on front passenger's exterior mirror) (O), Soft top anthracite silver effect(O), BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents (All Cerium Grey parts in black except Exterior badging)(O), M Aerodynamic Package, Exclusive content in Cerium Grey finish (Blades on Air intakes, Mirror Caps, Kidney Grille (frame and mesh), Roll-bar
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Yes
Not Available
Cornering Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Sun Roof
Yes
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Chrome Grille
Yes
Yes
Outside Temperature Display
Yes
Not Available
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Removable Convertible Top
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4783*2073*1448 mm3
4324*1864*1304 mm3
Wheelbase
2741 mm
2740 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
114 mm
No. Of Doors
4
2

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
BMW Rear Wheel Drive - With near actuator wheel slip limitation, Air Suspension on rear axle with Automatic Self-Levelling Function, Servotronic Steering Assist, Cruise Control with braking function, Automatic Self-Levelling Function, Automatic Start/Stop Function, Park Distance Control (PDC), front and rear, Rear backrest, foldable and dividable by 40:20:40 with through-loading, Driving Experience Switch with 3 driving modes Comfort/Eco Pro/Sport
Brake Energy Regeneratio
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
17 speakers with 464 W Harman Kardon Surround Sound System, Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Live Cockpit Plus:- (Fully Digital 12.3" Instrument Display, High-resolution 14.9" Curved Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation Function with map view in navigation widget, iDrive Controller, Touch functionality on the Curved Display, Voice control with personal assistance - "Hey BMW"), Smartphone Integration - Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with wireless functionality, 2x dual USB Type C 3A charging function in the rear centre console, High-resolution 14.9" Curved Display, Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation Function with map view in navigation widget, Voice control with personal assistance - "Hey BMW", Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (464 W, 17 speakers), Fine-wood Trim oak grain op
Optional (Harman Kardon Surround system (408 W, 7 channels, 12 loudspeakers), Wireless Charging), HiFi Loudspeaker system (205 W), iDrive Controller, BMW Live Cockpit Professional (BMW Operating System 7.0, Navigation with 3D Maps, 10.25” Display screen with touch functionality, Configurable user interface), Wireless Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth with audio streaming, hands-free and USB connectivity
Smart Entry
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
All
Autonomous Parking
Semi
Full
Drive Modes
3
3
Internal Storage
Not Available
Yes
No of Speakers
17
12
Rear Entertainment System
Not Available
No
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Cassette Player
Not Available
No
Power Boot
Yes
Not Available
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional Features
17” aerodynamic wheels 852 bi-color, Dynamic Braking lights, Along with sporty front & rear diffuser elements for enhanced aerodynamics, Blanked off kidney grill, Heat protection glazing, made with tempered safety glass, Door handles flush with the door surface, Rain sensor and automatic driving light, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, function on driver side, mirror heating, automatic parking function, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, Welcome Light Carpet Follow-me-home function, Low beam & high beam (Bi-LED technology) LED rear lights, Daytime driving lights & Side Indicator (LED technology), BMW Iconic LED headlights, Automatic operation of tailgate,
(M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style, Bicolour with mixed tyres, M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style, Bicolour with mixed tyres, M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style, Jet Black with mixed tyres (F: 255/35 R19, R: 275/35 R19) (O))3rd brake light, Dynamic braking lights, Lights Package, Soft top in Black, BMW Kidney Grille in Mesh Design, Interior and exterior mirror package (Exterior mirror on Driver side with anti-dazzle function, fold-in function of exterior mirrors, electric, mirror memory for exterior mirrors, automatic parking function on front passenger's exterior mirror) (O), Soft top anthracite silver effect(O), BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents (All Cerium Grey parts in black except Exterior badging)(O), M Aerodynamic Package, Exclusive content in Cerium Grey finish (Blades on Air intakes, Mirror Caps, Kidney Grille (frame and mesh), Roll-bar
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front Only
Power Windows Front
Yes
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Not Available
Cupholders
Not Available
Front Only
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Audio System Remote Control
Not Available
Yes
CD Changer
Not Available
No
CD Player
Not Available
No
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco
Yes
Yes
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Not Available
Yes
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes
No
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Not Available
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
14.9
10.25
Lumbar Support
Yes
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Not Available
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Not Available
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Hands Free Tailgate
Yes
Not Available
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Not Available
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
Yes
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Powered Seats
Front Only
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Yes
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Not Available
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Yes
DVD Playback
Not Available
No
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front Door
Moon Roof
Yes
Not Available

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Yes
No
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
8
4
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Three-point seat belts for all seats, including belt stopper, belt latch tensioner & belt force limiter, ISOFIX child seat mounting for outer rear seats, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with extended contents such as: (Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Automatic Stability Control (ASC), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist, Airbags: (Airbags for driver and front passenger, Side airbags for driver and front passenger, Head airbags for 1st and 2nd seat row), Adaptive Recuperation System, Rear-view camera integrated into the BMW badge, Parking Assistant with lateral parking aid, Keyless Start/Stop button in blue, Reversing Assistant
Child seat ISOFIX attachment(O), Electronic vehicle immobiliser, Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control with extended contents (DSC on and off, M mode), Two-stage brake force display, Three-point seat belts at all seats, Cruise control with braking function, Optional(BMW Head-up Display, Active cruise control with Stop & Go function, Parking Assistant (incl Rear View Camera + PDC front & rear), Driving Assistant (only with Interior and exterior mirror package))
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes

grossWeight
Not Available
1860 kg

Is BMW Z4 Better Than BMW I4?

100% users have chosen BMW Z4 over BMW i4 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 96 users have also rated BMW Z4 and BMW i4 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
BMW Z4 has out rated BMW i4 on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Z4 i4
Mileage 4.7 4.2
Performance 5.0 4.3
Comfort 4.7 4.3
Maintenance 4.4 4.3
Safety 5.0 4.3
Features 5.0 3.4
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Which car is best between BMW i4 vs BMW Z4?
BMW Z4 has out rated BMW i4 on all the rating factors.
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The BMW i4 is cheaper than BMW Z4 by ₹18.00 Lakh.
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As per the users experiences the BMW i4 has better performance.

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