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BMW Z4 vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or SsangYong Rexton?

BMW Z4 vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • considerably 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.

SsangYong Rexton is barely cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW Z4 uses 6.9 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Rexton

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 considerably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 138 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers moderately more torque with 500 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 59 Nm more.

Z4

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is significantly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 635 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers considerably more boot space – 784 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 503 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries substantially more – 770 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 535 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW Z4 is far ahead overall 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

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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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Frank Williams CPA/ ACCA/ CPD
22 Jan 2026, 01:20:01

Ssang Yong Rexton is better than the Land Cruiser

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SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
2
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
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Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
SsangYong
Is the BMW Z4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW Z4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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