Comparing the BMW Z4 and the Volvo EC40 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 Volvo EC40 is priced at ₹5,699,000. On the engine front, the BMW Z4 comes with a 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) unit compared to the Volvo EC40's N/A (Electric), producing 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) and 402 bhp (Twin Motor AWD) 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 | — | 82 kWh NMC Battery |
| Displacement | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | AWD (Twin Motor) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Front + Rear) |
| 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) | 402 bhp (Twin Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) | 670 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 82 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~28 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (150 kW) |
| Range | — | 590 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - One-Pedal Drive |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 281 Litres | 452 Litres + 31 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2680 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 132 mm | 154 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) | 2185 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm | 4440 mm / 1873 mm / 1596 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm | 2702 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 | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch Digital Driver Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) | Yes - Pilot Assist |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch Central Touchscreen with 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) | Leather / Microfibre Blend |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | Harman Kardon Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top | 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 |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps (Thor's Hammer) |
| 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) | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) | 20-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 - DSTC |
| 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 | Crystal WhiteSand DuneOnyx BlackVapour GreyDenim Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
