Comparing the BMW Z4 and the Volvo XC90 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 XC90 is priced at ₹10,000,000. On the engine front, the BMW Z4 comes with a 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) unit compared to the Volvo XC90's 1969 cc, producing 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) and 184 kW / 250 hp respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11 kmpl (approx) for the BMW Z4 versus 12.39 km/l (8.072 l/100km combined) for the Volvo XC90. 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 | — | 48V Li-ion |
| Displacement | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) | 1969 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | AWD (All-Wheel Drive) with Instant Traction |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol | 2.0L 4-Cylinder Petrol Mild Hybrid (B5) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | 71 liters |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 8-speed Geartronic automatic |
| Mileage | 11 kmpl (approx) | 12.39 km/l (8.072 l/100km combined) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) | 184 kW / 250 hp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) | 360 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 281 Litres | 709 liters |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2790 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 132 mm | 223 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) | 2080 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm | 4953 mm x 1931 mm x 1771 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm | 2984 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control | Two-zone or Four-zone climate system with air purifier and remote cabin pre-cleaning via Volvo Cars app |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch digital driver display with Calm and Navi modes |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) | Yes - With adaptive assistance |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 11.2-inch centre display with intuitive user interface, Google built-in, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | — |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | N/A (2-seater) | — |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | — |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | Premium sound system with enhanced acoustic insulation |
| Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top | Optional - Panoramic sunroof available |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Four USB-C ports (2 front, 2 rear) |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - Google Assistant with "Hey Google" voice activation |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes - Up to 15 watts wireless phone charger |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Headlamps | LED with Head-up display |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Roadster) | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) | — |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | — |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) | — |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS (M40i) | Yes - With collision avoidance assistance |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) | Multiple airbags with advanced safety systems |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | — |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - With lane keeping aid and steering support |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes - All three rear seats with ISOFIX anchorages in outer positions, integrated booster cushion |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° parking view with split screen |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | — |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMisano BlueThundernight PurpleFrozen OrangeSkyscraper GreySanremo GreenSan Francisco RedFrozen GreyFrozen Deep Green | — |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
