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BMW i4 vs Toyota bZ4X comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 380 HP), boot space and price (49,400 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Toyota bZ4X?

BMW i4 vs Toyota bZ4X: Key differences

BMW i4

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space

Toyota bZ4X

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • marginally lighter

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

i4

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.

Toyota bZ4X is visibly cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the BMW i4 costs 49,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,523 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota bZ4X is marginally more efficient: consuming 13.5 kWh/100km compared to 14.7 kWh/100km for the BMW i4. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i4 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 613 km, about 22 km more than the Toyota bZ4X.

bZ4X

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i4 offers clearly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 380 HP. That’s roughly 221 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Toyota bZ4X takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i4 delivers significantly more torque with 795 Nm compared to 338 Nm. That’s about 457 Nm more.

i4

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota bZ4X is marginally lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i4 offers marginally more boot space – 470 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota bZ4X carries a bit more – 565 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i4 is far ahead 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 £49,400
i4

BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
BMW i4
Toyota bZ4X

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW i4

The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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Toyota bZ4X

The Toyota bZ4X is a fresh, roomy electric crossover that pairs Toyota’s trademark reliability with bold, angular styling and a cabin designed for everyday comfort. It may not chase headlines like some flashier rivals, but for buyers who want sensible electric motoring with practical packaging and a relaxed, confident ride, it’s an easy, pleasant choice.

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BMW i4
Toyota bZ4X

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,400 - 62,500 £
Price
36,800 - 51,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
444 - 591 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,285 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
375 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
167 - 380 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
268 - 338 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
123 - 280 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
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