Comparing the BMW Z4 and the Maruti Suzuki Ignis 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 Ignis is priced at ₹534,999. On the engine front, the BMW Z4 comes with a 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Ignis's 1,197 cc, producing 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) and 81.80bhp@6000rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11 kmpl (approx) for the BMW Z4 versus 20.89 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Ignis. 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 | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) | 1,197 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol | 1.2-litre VVT Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | 32 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-speed Manual 5-speed Auto Gear Shift (AMT) |
| Mileage | 11 kmpl (approx) | 20.89 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) | 81.80bhp@6000rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Key Start / Push Button Start |
| Torque | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) | 113Nm@4200rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 281 Litres | 260 l |
| Ground Clearance | 132 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) | 840 - 865 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm | 3700 1690 1595 |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm | 2435 |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control | Automatic (select variants) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Analog Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display |
| 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 | 7-inch Touchscreen (Smartphone connectivity supported) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | N/A (2-seater) | — |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | 4 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Front USB Port |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| 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) | 175/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | 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) | Dual Front Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | 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 | Nexa BlueTurquoise BlueLucent OrangeGlistening GreySilky SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackNexa Blue with Black RoofNexa Blue with Silver RoofLucent Orange with Black Roof |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
