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BMW Z4 vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Lotus Emira?

BMW Z4 vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • moderately more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW Z4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW Z4 uses 6.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

Emira

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 Lotus Emira offers moderately more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BMW Z4 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers barely more torque with 500 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Z4

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is very slightly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW Z4 offers significantly more boot space – 281 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW Z4 carries barely more – 235 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW Z4 holds a decisive overall lead 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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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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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
83,600 - 106,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 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
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lotus
Is the BMW Z4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW Z4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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