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BMW Z4 vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Lexus ES?

BMW Z4 vs Lexus ES: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly 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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW Z4 is barely cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,128 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

ES

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 noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 122 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 Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

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: Lexus ES offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is somewhat lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers visibly more boot space – 454 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 173 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries clearly more – 470 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW Z4 holds a slight edge 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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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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Reviews BMW Z4

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Maingard
26 Apr 2026, 13:19:10

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

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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
-
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
Is the BMW Z4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW Z4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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