Comparing the BMW Z4 and the BMW iX side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW Z4 is available at ₹8,999,000, while the BMW iX is priced at ₹11,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW Z4 comes with a 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) unit compared to the BMW iX's N/A (Electric), producing 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) and 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) respectively. 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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| Battery | — | 111.5 kWh NMC (xDrive50) / 76.6 kWh (xDrive40) |
| Displacement | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 11 kmpl (approx) | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) | — |
| Power | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) | 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) | 630 Nm (xDrive40) / 765 Nm (xDrive50) / 1100 Nm (M60) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 111.5 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~35 min (10-80%) / AC: ~11 hours (22 kW) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (200 kW) |
| Range | — | 630 km - WLTP (xDrive50) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - Adaptive Regen (B mode) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 281 Litres | 500 Litres + 80 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 3150 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 132 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) | 2530 kg (xDrive50) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm | 4953 mm / 1967 mm / 1696 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm | 3000 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) | Yes - Driving Assistant Professional |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | N/A (2-seater) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | Microfibre / Veganza / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (30-Speaker) |
| Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - Integrated LED |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Roadster) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) | 255/50 R21 (front) / 275/45 R21 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) | 21-inch Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS (M40i) | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive + ADB |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Surround View |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMisano BlueThundernight PurpleFrozen OrangeSkyscraper GreySanremo GreenSan Francisco RedFrozen GreyFrozen Deep Green | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireArctic Race BlueSophisto GreyStorm BayAlpine WhiteDark GraphiteAventurin Red MetallicDune Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
