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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
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Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
410 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
157 - 191 g/km
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co2
0 - 205 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
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Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 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
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Width
1,864 mm
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Width
2,080 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
215 - 235 kg
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Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 340 HP
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Power HP
130 - 170 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
-
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
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Torque
300 - 380 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
96 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Nissan
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