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BMW Z4 vs Hyundai Staria comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 42,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Hyundai Staria?

BMW Z4 vs Hyundai Staria: Key differences

BMW Z4

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  • markedly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Hyundai Staria

  • only slightly cheaper
  • 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Staria is only slightly cheaper – starting at 42,400 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,029 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW Z4 uses 6.9 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Hyundai Staria with 7.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

Staria

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 markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Hyundai Staria takes 10.2 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 367 Nm. That’s about 133 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.

Seats: Hyundai Staria offers more seats – 9 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is clearly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 765 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers significantly more boot space – 831 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 550 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries clearly more – 775 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 540 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW Z4 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 £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
BMW Z4
Hyundai Staria

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 Staria

Hyundai Staria looks like a friendly spaceship, its sweeping glass and soft edges turning a people‑mover into a design statement that actually gets noticed. Inside it's airy and practical — perfect for families or anyone who likes travelling in comfort and style, with enough flexibility to swallow luggage and weekend plans without drama.

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BMW Z4
Hyundai Staria

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.6 L/100km
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
172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2
Seats
7 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,997 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
605 - 775 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
367 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
165 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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