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BMW Z4 vs Jaguar I-Pace comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 400 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 79,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Jaguar I-Pace?

BMW Z4 vs Jaguar I-Pace: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Jaguar I-Pace

3.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • 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 considerably cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Jaguar I-Pace costs 79,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,743 £.

I-Pace

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Jaguar I-Pace offers a bit more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Jaguar I-Pace takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar I-Pace delivers clearly more torque with 696 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 196 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: Jaguar I-Pace offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is considerably lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 2,226 kg. The difference is around 716 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar I-Pace offers significantly more boot space – 638 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 357 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jaguar I-Pace carries considerably more – 444 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 209 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar I-Pace is decisively 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 £79,200
I-Pace

Jaguar I-Pace

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 400 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 25.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 469 km
BMW Z4
Jaguar I-Pace

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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Jaguar I-Pace

The Jaguar I-Pace pairs instantaneous electric shove with graceful, feline looks, so it never feels like you're piloting a refrigerator with style. Inside it serves proper Jaguar luxury and clever packaging, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want EV convenience without losing personality.

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BMW Z4
Jaguar I-Pace

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
79,200 - 85,500 £
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
25.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
469 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
84.7 kWh
co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,226 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
638 L
Length
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Length
4,682 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
2,011 mm
Height
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Height
1,566 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,453 L
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
400 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
696 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
294 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
Jaguar
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