Comparing the BMW Z4 and the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 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 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is priced at ₹369,899. On the engine front, the BMW Z4 comes with a 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10's 998 cc, producing 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) and 50.4 kW@5600 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11 kmpl (approx) for the BMW Z4 versus 24.90 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10. 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 | — | Standard 12V car battery |
| Displacement | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) | 998 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front‑Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol | K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | 27 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5‑speed |
| Mileage | 11 kmpl (approx) | 24.90 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) | 3 |
| Power | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) | 50.4 kW@5600 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) | 91 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | 5‑speed Manual / 5‑speed AMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 281 Litres | 214 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1210 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 132 mm | 160 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) | 740–757 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm | 3530 mm × ~1490 mm × ~1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Collapsible/adjustable steering column |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control | Manual air conditioning |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Semi‑digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Available touchscreen (7″ SmartPlay Studio on higher trims) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Manual adjustable ORVMs |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front power windows on most trims |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | N/A (2-seater) | — |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | Fabric seats |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | 2‑4 speaker audio (varies by trim) |
| Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes (painted bumpers on most trims) |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Headlamps | Halogen headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Roadster) | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Standard halogen combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) | 145/80 R13 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS (M40i) | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) | 6 airbags standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMisano BlueThundernight PurpleFrozen OrangeSkyscraper GreySanremo GreenSan Francisco RedFrozen GreyFrozen Deep Green | Solid WhiteMetallic Silky SilverMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Sizzling RedPremium Earth GoldPearl Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
