Comparing the Jeep Meridian and the BMW Z4 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Jeep Meridian is available at ₹2,999,000, while the BMW Z4 is priced at ₹8,999,000. On the engine front, the Jeep Meridian comes with a 1956 cc unit compared to the BMW Z4's 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i), producing 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm and 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17.10 kmpl - ARAI for the Jeep Meridian versus 11 kmpl (approx) for the BMW Z4. 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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| Displacement | 1956 cc | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) |
| Drive Type | FWD / AWD (4WD) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Multijet Turbocharged Diesel | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 Litres | 52 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 17.10 kmpl - ARAI | 11 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) |
| Power | 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 226 Litres (all rows up) | 281 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 132 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1970 kg | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4760 mm / 1860 mm / 1765 mm | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 2 |
| Wheelbase | 2794 mm | 2470 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | N/A (2-seater) |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) |
| Sound System | Alpine 9-Speaker | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Adaptive LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Roadster) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/60 R18 | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS (M40i) |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhiteBrilliant BlackTechno GreenVelvet RedGrigio Magnesio | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMisano BlueThundernight PurpleFrozen OrangeSkyscraper GreySanremo GreenSan Francisco RedFrozen GreyFrozen Deep Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
