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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 217 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 Nissan Leaf?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Nissan Leaf

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  • substantially cheaper
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan Leaf is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,386 £.

Leaf

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 295 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is very slightly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 169 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers marginally more boot space – 470 L compared to 437 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries marginally more – 480 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe 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 £46,200
4 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 392 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 7.8 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Nissan Leaf

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Nissan Leaf

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
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
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
131 - 179 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
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,810 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
480 kg
Payload
441 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
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
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Nissan
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