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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Mazda MX-30?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-30

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  • considerably cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-30 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,352 £.

MX-30

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 Gran Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 222 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

4 Series Gran 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is marginally lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers clearly more boot space – 470 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries moderately more – 480 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 is clearly superior overall 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 £30,800
MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 85 km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mazda MX-30

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mazda MX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
-
Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
480 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
830 cm3

General

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