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BMW Z4 vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison
Compare performance (340 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?
BMW Z4 vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,509 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW Z4 uses 6.9 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.
Sprinter Transporter
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 BMW Z4 offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers only slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.
Z4
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers more seats – 3 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is markedly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 542 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries substantially more – 2,641 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,406 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is far ahead 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.
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
BMW Z4
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
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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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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.
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BMW Z4
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
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Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
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co2
157 - 191 g/km
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co2
0 - 333 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
2
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Seats
3
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
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Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
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Trunk capacity
281 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
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Width
1,864 mm
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Width
1,993 mm
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Height
-
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Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
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Payload
215 - 235 kg
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Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 340 HP
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Power HP
114 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
90 km/h
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
145 - 250 kW
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Power kW
84 - 150 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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