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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Nissan Qashqai?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • barely 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.

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 Qashqai is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,595 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

Qashqai

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 205 HP. That’s roughly 187 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 650 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

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, Nissan Qashqai is somewhat lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers barely more boot space – 504 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries very slightly more – 516 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is decisively 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 £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 Qashqai

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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 Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover that blends everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed driving experience and a smart, well finished interior. It feels sensible and versatile for city life and longer trips, appealing to buyers who want a reliable, low fuss family car.

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
98 - 152 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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,835 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
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Nissan
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