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BMW Z4 vs BYD ETP3 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or BYD ETP3?

BMW Z4 vs BYD ETP3: Key differences

BMW Z4

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  • clearly more power
  • marginally lighter
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BYD ETP3

  • clearly 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

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.

BYD ETP3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,837 £.

ETP3

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 Z4 offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers considerably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

Z4

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 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is marginally lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries considerably more – 780 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 545 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD ETP3 has only a minor advantage 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.

£31,620
ETP3

BYD ETP3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 HP
  • Electric Range 233 km
BMW Z4
BYD ETP3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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BMW Z4
BYD ETP3

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
31,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
233 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,460 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
-
Height
1,875 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
780 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
100 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
180 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
BYD
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