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BMW Z4 vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Genesis GV80?

BMW Z4 vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Genesis GV80

  • considerably 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

Z4

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.

BMW Z4 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,925 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW Z4 uses 6.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

GV80

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 moderately more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Genesis GV80 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers somewhat more torque with 588 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 88 Nm more.

Z4

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is considerably lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 645 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers considerably more boot space – 735 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 454 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries substantially more – 690 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 455 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW Z4 is narrowly 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 £43,500
Z4

BMW Z4

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 340 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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Reviews BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Maingard
26 Apr 2026, 13:19:10

Responsive car, very high-performing, very agile in corners.

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Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
-
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Genesis
Is the BMW Z4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW Z4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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