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BMW Z4 vs Nissan Interstar comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 36,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Nissan Interstar?

BMW Z4 vs Nissan Interstar: Key differences

BMW Z4

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  • significantly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Nissan Interstar

  • visibly cheaper
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Interstar is visibly cheaper – starting at 36,200 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,298 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW Z4 uses 6.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Interstar

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 significantly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

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: Nissan Interstar offers more seats – 3 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is markedly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 543 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries clearly more – 1,447 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,212 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Interstar has only a minor advantage 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 £36,200
Interstar

Nissan Interstar

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 410 km
BMW Z4
Nissan Interstar

Costs and Consumption

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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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Nissan Interstar

The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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BMW Z4
Nissan Interstar

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
410 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
0 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,864 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Nissan
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