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BMW Z4 vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or NIO ET7?

BMW Z4 vs NIO ET7: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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NIO ET7

  • considerably more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,457 £.

ET7

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 NIO ET7 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BMW Z4 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 350 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: NIO ET7 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is significantly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 924 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET7 offers noticeably more boot space – 363 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries clearly more – 466 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 231 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 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

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Maingard
26 Apr 2026, 13:19:10

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

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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
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
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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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
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
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Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
446 - 466 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
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
NIO
Is the BMW Z4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW Z4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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