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BMW i8 vs BMW Z4

i8 Vs Z4

Key HighlightsBMW i8BMW Z4
On Road PriceRs.2,45,54,327*Rs.1,04,69,655*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)14992998
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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BMW i8 vs BMW Z4 Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.2,45,54,327*
Rs.1,04,69,655*
Finance Available (EMI)NoRs.1,99,278/month
InsuranceRs.8,00,327
i8 Insurance

Rs.3,79,755
Z4 Insurance

User Rating
4.8
Based on 12 Reviews
4.2
Based on 113 Reviews
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
Hybrid Engine
TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder
Displacement (cc)
1499
2998
No. of Cylinders
3
3 Cylinder Cars
6
6 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
228bhp@5800rpm
335bhp@5000-6500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
320Nm@3700rpm
500Nm@1600-4500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
-
Fuel Supply System
MPFI
-
Bore X Stroke (mm)
82 X 94.6
-
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
-
Turbo Charger
YesTwin
Super Charger
NoNo
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
6 Speed
8-Speed Steptronic
Mild Hybrid
-
No
Drive Type
4WD
RWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrol
Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)47.45
-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)42
52
Emission Norm Compliance
EU 6
BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)250
250

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Adaptive
Adaptive M suspension
Rear Suspension
Adaptive
Adaptive M suspension
Steering Type
Power
-
Steering Column
Sport
-
Steering Gear Type
Rack & Pinion
-
Turning Radius (Metres)
6.15 meters
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
-
Rear Brake Type
Disc
-
Top Speed (Kmph)
250
250
0-100kmph (Seconds)
4.4
4.5
Tyre Size
195/50 R20
255/35 ZR19
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Radial, Run flat
Alloy Wheel Size
20
-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4689
4324
Width (mm)
2218
2024
Height (mm)
1291
1304
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
117
-
Wheel Base (mm)
2850
2740
Front Tread (mm)
1644
-
Rear Tread (mm)
1721
1616
Kerb Weight (kg)
1560
1610
Grossweight (kg)
1930
1860
Rear Headroom (mm)
824

-
Front Headroom (mm)
983

-
Seating Capacity
4
2
Boot Space (Litres)
-
281
No. of Doors
2
-

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
No-
Automatic Climate Control
Yes2 Zone
Air Quality Control
YesYes
Remote Trunk Opener
YesNo
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
YesNo
Low Fuel Warning Light
YesYes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
YesYes
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
NoNo
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
NoYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
YesYes
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
NoYes
Rear AC Vents
No-
Heated Seats Front
YesNo
Heated Seats Rear
NoOptional
Seat Lumbar Support
YesYes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Navigation System
YesYes
Foldable Rear Seat
No60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry
YesYes
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Glove Box Cooling
No-
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Voice Command
YesYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
YesYes
USB Charger
-
Front
Steering Mounted Tripmeter-
No
Central Console Armrest
-
Yes
Tailgate Ajar
-
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
-
Yes
Additional Features-
Brake Energy Regeneration, Automatic Start/Stop function, Park Distance Control (PDC), front and rear, Lumbar support for driver and front passenger(O), Smokers package(O), Automatic Climate with extended contents with active carbon microfilter, Comfort Access(O), Wind Deflector, M Sport Brake, Adaptive M suspension (Adjustable in "Comfort, Sport, Sport Plus" modes), M Sport Differential, Launch Control, Variable sport steering
Memory Function Seats
-
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window
-
All
Autonomous Parking
-
Full
Drive Modes
-
3
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
No-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
Front
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
NoYes

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
YesYes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Fabric Upholstery
No-
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayYes-
Cigarette LighterYes-
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoYesYes
Folding Table In The Rear
No-
Dual Tone Dashboard
No-
Interior LightingAmbient light
-
Additional FeaturesSurface Of Gear Sellector Switch in Ziroconium Oxide Ceramic ,Black
Floor Mats With Leather Border in Black and With Contrast Stitching in BMW i Blue
Engine Cover Leather Covered Black
Door Sill Finisher With Designation i8 ,Surface in Amido Metallic,Laser Coated
All Brake Callipers Painted in Black High Gloss With Blue Spider and BMW I Designation
Door Sill Trim Cover in Carbon Styling
Instrumental Panel With Leather Trim In Exclusive Natural Leather
Headliner Anthracite
Storage Compartment Package

Fully Digital 10.25” Instrument cluster with individual character design for Drive modes., M Seat Belts(O), M Sport seats for driver and passenger, Storage Compartment Package , Multifunction M leather steering wheel, Ambient Lights(O), Interior rear-view mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Floor mats in velour,

Exterior

Available Colors-
Skyscraper Grey Metallic
Alpine White
M Portimao Blau Metallic
San Francisco Red Metallic
Thundernight Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Z4 Colors
Body TypeHybrid
All Hybrid Cars
Convertible
All Convertible Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
Yes-
Fog Lights Rear
Yes-
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
NoNo
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Wiper
No-
Rear Window Washer
No-
Rear Window Defogger
Yes-
Wheel CoversNo-
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power AntennaNo-
Tinted Glass
Yes-
Rear Spoiler
No-
Roof CarrierNo-
Sun Roof
Yes-
Side Stepper
No-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
NoYes
Chrome Garnish
No-
Smoke HeadlampsNo-
Roof Rail
No-
LightingLED Headlights
-
Trunk OpenerSmart
Smart
Heated Wing Mirror
No-
LED DRLs
-
Yes
LED Headlights
-
Yes
LED Taillights
-
Yes
Additional FeaturesAutomatic Anti Dazzle Function
Heat Protection Glazing
Locking Wheel Bolts

(M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style, Bicolour with mixed tyres, M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style, Bicolour with mixed tyres, M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style, Jet Black with mixed tyres (F: 255/35 R19, R: 275/35 R19) (O))3rd brake light, Dynamic braking lights, Lights Package, Soft top in Black, BMW Kidney Grille in Mesh Design, Interior and exterior mirror package (Exterior mirror on Driver side with anti-dazzle function, fold-in function of exterior mirrors, electric, mirror memory for exterior mirrors, automatic parking function on front passenger's exterior mirror) (O), Soft top anthracite silver effect(O), BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents (All Cerium Grey parts in black except Exterior badging)(O), M Aerodynamic Package, Exclusive content in Cerium Grey finish (Blades on Air intakes, Mirror Caps, Kidney Grille (frame and mesh), Roll-bar, Exhaust Tailpipe, Exterior Badging), Mirror Caps Black High-Gloss (only with BMW Individual High Gloss Finish with Extended Content)(O), High-Beam assistant (only with Adaptive LED headlights)(O), Adaptive LED headlights (only with High beam Assistant + Driving Assistant/ Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go) (O),Wind Deflector, Rear Fog Lights, LED Rear lights, LED headlights with Daytime Running Lights and turn indicators in LED
Automatic Driving Lights
-
Yes
Tyre Size
195/50 R20
255/35 ZR19
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Radial, Run flat
Alloy Wheel Size (Inch)
20
-

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Power Door Locks
Yes-
Child Safety Locks
No-
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags-
4
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYes
Side Airbag RearNoNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
NoYes
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
Yes-
Xenon HeadlampsNo-
Halogen HeadlampsNo-
Rear Seat Belts
Yes-
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Side Impact Beams
Yes-
Front Impact Beams
Yes-
Traction ControlYesYes
Adjustable Seats
Yes-
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Vehicle Stability Control System
Yes-
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Crash Sensor
Yes-
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
Yes-
Engine Check Warning
Yes-
Clutch LockNo-
EBD
Yes-
Advance Safety FeaturesDynamic Damper Control
Brake Energy Regeneration
Acoustic Protection For Pedestrains
Head Airbags For All Seats
Cornering Brake Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Electric Parking Brake
Tyre Puncture Repair Kit
Warning Triangle With First Aid Kit
Road Side Assistance

Child seat ISOFIX attachment(O), Electronic vehicle iobiliser, Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control with extended contents (DSC on and off, M mode), Two-stage brake force display, Three-point seat belts at all seats, Cruise control with braking function, Optional(BMW Head-up Display, Active cruise control with Stop & Go function, Parking Assistant (incl Rear View Camera + PDC front & rear), Driving Assistant (only with Interior and exterior mirror package))
Rear Camera
Yes-
Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
No-
Speed Alert
-
Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
NoYes
Knee Airbags
No-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
Yes-
Heads Up Display
Yes-
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
Yes-
Blind Spot Monitor
NoYes
Geo Fence Alert
-
Yes
Hill Descent Control
NoYes
Hill Assist
NoYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockNoYes
360 View Camera
YesYes

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
YesNo
Cd Changer
NoNo
Dvd Player
YesNo
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
NoYes
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
USB And Auxiliary Input
YesYes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
-
10.25
Connectivity
-
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
-
Yes
Apple Car Play
-
Yes
Internal Storage
NoYes
No. of Speakers
11
12
Rear Entertainment System
NoNo
Additional FeaturesBMW Apps
Digital Instrumental Cluster With 22cm Full Colour Display
Hi Fi Loudspeaker
I Drive Touch Controller With Handwriting Recognition With 26cm Full Colour Display and Integrated Hard Drive For Maps and Audio Files
3D Maps

Optional (Harman Kardon Surround system (408 W, 7 channels, 12 loudspeakers), Wireless Charging), HiFi Loudspeaker system (205 W), iDrive Controller, BMW Live Cockpit Professional (BMW Operating System 7.0, Navigation with 3D Maps, 10.25” Display screen with touch functionality, Configurable user interface), Wireless Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth with audio streaming, hands-free and USB connectivity
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