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BMW Z4 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

BMW Z4 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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 visibly cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,175 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class Estate uses 1.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.2 L/100km.

E-Class Estate

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 Mercedes E-Class Estate offers substantially more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Estate is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the BMW Z4 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 250 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.

Seats: Mercedes E-Class Estate offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is noticeably lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers clearly more boot space – 615 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 334 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries significantly more – 645 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 410 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate 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 £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 97 - 109 km
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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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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BMW Z4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW Z4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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