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BMW Z4 vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 27,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Vauxhall Combo Cargo?

BMW Z4 vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo: Key differences

BMW Z4

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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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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.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

Vauxhall Combo Cargo is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,100 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,325 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo uses 5.2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Combo Cargo

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 BMW Z4 offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is somewhat lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,510 kg. The difference is around 139 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries significantly more – 781 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 546 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW Z4 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 £43,500
Z4

BMW Z4

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 340 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
BMW Z4
Vauxhall Combo Cargo

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

The Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.

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BMW Z4
Vauxhall Combo Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
0 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
645 - 781 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Manual, 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
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Vauxhall
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