Comparing the BMW Z4 and the MG Hector 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 MG Hector is priced at ₹1,464,000. On the engine front, the BMW Z4 comes with a 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) unit compared to the MG Hector's 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel), producing 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) and 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11 kmpl (approx) for the BMW Z4 versus 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 11 kmpl (approx) | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 281 Litres | 587 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 132 mm | 192 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) | 1584 kg (Diesel) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| 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) | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - Hey MG |
| 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 | Adaptive LED Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Roadster) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) | 215/65 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) | 17-inch 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 |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMisano BlueThundernight PurpleFrozen OrangeSkyscraper GreySanremo GreenSan Francisco RedFrozen GreyFrozen Deep Green | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
