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BMW Z4 vs Rolls-Royce Wraith comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 600 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 248,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Rolls-Royce Wraith?

BMW Z4 vs Rolls-Royce Wraith: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Rolls-Royce Wraith

  • substantially more power
  • significantly 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:

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

BMW Z4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Wraith costs 248,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 204,617 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW Z4 uses 6.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Wraith with 15.8 L/100km. The difference is about 8.9 L/100km.

Wraith

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 Rolls-Royce Wraith offers substantially more power – delivering 600 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 260 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Rolls-Royce Wraith takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Wraith delivers clearly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 400 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: Rolls-Royce Wraith offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is considerably lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 850 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Rolls-Royce Wraith offers significantly more boot space – 470 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 189 L.

When it comes to payload, the Rolls-Royce Wraith carries substantially more – 450 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 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 Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 340 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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Reviews BMW Z4

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Maingard
26 Apr 2026, 13:19:10

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

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Rolls-Royce Wraith

The Wraith embodies a perfect blend of luxury and performance, making it a standout in the world of grand tourers. With its striking silhouette and opulent interior, this masterpiece from Rolls-Royce invites drivers to indulge in an unparalleled experience. Every journey in the Wraith is a celebration of bespoke craftsmanship and exhilarating power, ensuring that it remains an unforgettable presence on the road.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
248,100 - 288,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.8 - 16.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
357 - 365 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
83 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,440 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
5,269 - 5,285 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Height
-
Height
1,507 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
370 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
600 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
441 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
6,592 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Rolls-Royce
Is the BMW Z4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW Z4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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