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BMW Z4 vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or VW Arteon?

BMW Z4 vs VW Arteon: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • 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:

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.

VW Arteon is barely cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 176 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Arteon uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

Arteon

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 marginally more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 20 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 VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Z4

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Arteon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is barely lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,607 kg. The difference is around 97 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers significantly more boot space – 590 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 309 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries clearly more – 569 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 334 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon 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 £43,300
Arteon

VW Arteon

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
BMW Z4
VW Arteon

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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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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BMW Z4
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
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Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
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