Comparing the BMW X1 and the BMW Z4 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW X1 is available at ₹4,999,000, while the BMW Z4 is priced at ₹8,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the BMW Z4's 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i), producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1 versus 11 kmpl (approx) for the BMW Z4. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | 52 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 11 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 281 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 132 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 2 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2470 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | N/A (2-seater) |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Adaptive LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Roadster) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS (M40i) |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - DSC + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMisano BlueThundernight PurpleFrozen OrangeSkyscraper GreySanremo GreenSan Francisco RedFrozen GreyFrozen Deep Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |











