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BMW Z4 vs Hyundai Nexo comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Hyundai Nexo?

BMW Z4 vs Hyundai Nexo: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Hyundai Nexo

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  • significantly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW Z4 is markedly cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,457 £.

Nexo

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

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

Z4

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Hyundai Nexo offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is noticeably lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers significantly more boot space – 510 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 229 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries significantly more – 485 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 250 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Nexo 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.

from £59,900
Nexo

Hyundai Nexo

  • Engine Type Hydrogen
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 HP
BMW Z4
Hyundai Nexo

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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Hyundai Nexo

Hyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever without the fuss.

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BMW Z4
Hyundai Nexo

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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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
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
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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