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BMW Z4 vs BMW 8 Series Convertible comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 99,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or BMW 8 Series Convertible?

BMW Z4 vs BMW 8 Series Convertible: Key differences

BMW Z4

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

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

Z4

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.

BMW Z4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 55,971 £.

Both cars consume an average of 6.9 L/100km – no difference here.

8 Series Convertible

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 8 Series Convertible offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the BMW Z4 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers visibly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Z4

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW 8 Series Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is clearly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Convertible offers slightly more boot space – 350 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Convertible carries clearly more – 425 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible stands well ahead of its rival 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 £99,400
8 Series Convertible

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
BMW Z4
BMW 8 Series Convertible

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BMW Z4

The BMW Z4 is a taut, road-hugging roadster that pairs elegant, low-slung styling with a roof you can drop on a sunny whim, delivering that pure, wind-in-your-hair driving thrill few cars manage to match. It’s an ideal weekend companion for drivers who prefer engagement over practicality — bring good shoes rather than a lot of luggage, and you’ll get a grin every time you turn the wheel.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.

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BMW Z4
BMW 8 Series Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
180 - 255 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Height
-
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
340 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
BMW
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