Comparing the BMW Z4 and the BMW M340i 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 M340i is priced at ₹8,499,000. On the engine front, the BMW Z4 comes with a 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) unit compared to the BMW M340i's 2998 cc, producing 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) and 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11 kmpl (approx) for the BMW Z4 versus 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i. 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 | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) | 2998 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 11 kmpl (approx) | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) | 6 |
| Power | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 281 Litres | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2235 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 132 mm | 142 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) | 1695 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm | 2851 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key |
| 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) | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Roadster) | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS (M40i) | Yes - M-specific ABS |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M compound brakes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| 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 | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
