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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Lexus RZ comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 48,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Lexus RZ?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Lexus RZ: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Lexus RZ

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 4 Series Coupe is marginally cheaper – starting at 46,200 £ , while the Lexus RZ costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,742 £.

RZ

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Lexus RZ takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 538 Nm. That’s about 162 Nm more.

4 Series Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Lexus RZ offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RZ offers somewhat more boot space – 522 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries visibly more – 540 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ is slightly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £48,900
RZ

Lexus RZ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 227 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 457 - 559 km
BMW 4 Series Coupe
Lexus RZ

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 4 Series Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.

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Lexus RZ

The Lexus RZ brings Lexus' trademark quiet luxury to the electric SUV world, wrapping poised handling and a plush, well-crafted cabin in a calm, composed package. It won't shout about raw figures — instead it trades headline numbers for smooth power delivery, fuss-free tech and an effortless refinement that will suit buyers who want electric convenience without losing the luxury experience.

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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Lexus RZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 93,900 £
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
522 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
505 - 540 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
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