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 ₹9,499,000. 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 455 bhp (T8) / 303 bhp (T6) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11 kmpl (approx) for the BMW Z4 versus 12 kmpl (est.) 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 | — | 18.8 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) | 1969 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol | 2.0L T8 Recharge PHEV / T6 Petrol / B5 Diesel Mild Hybrid |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | 71 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol PHEV / Mild Hybrid Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 11 kmpl (approx) | 12 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) | 455 bhp (T8) / 303 bhp (T6) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) | 709 Nm (T8) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (Geartronic 8-Speed) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 281 Litres | 262 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 3250 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 132 mm | 222 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) | 2500 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm | 4953 mm / 1964 mm / 1776 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm | 2984 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 | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| 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 & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 11.2-inch Portrait 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 - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | Nappa Leather / Wool Blend |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | Bowers & Wilkins 19-Speaker Platinum Edition |
| Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top | Panoramic Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| 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 - Auto 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) | 255/50 R20 (base) / 255/45 R21 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) | 20-inch / 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS (M40i) | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - DSTC + RSC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera |
| 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 WhiteOnyx BlackVapour GreyDenim BlueMulberry RedBright Dusk |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
