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BMW Z4 vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Hyundai Tucson?

BMW Z4 vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • 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:

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

Hyundai Tucson is markedly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

Tucson

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 moderately more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 121 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 Tucson offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is barely lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,542 kg. The difference is around 32 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers considerably more boot space – 620 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 339 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries significantly more – 545 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 310 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson is clearly superior overall 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 £31,300
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 70 km
BMW Z4
Hyundai Tucson

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 Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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BMW Z4
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
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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
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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