Verdict
The BMW Z4 costs RM475,230, RM23,570 less than the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque at RM498,800, yet brings 255 hp and 400 Nm against 200 hp and 320 Nm. That translates to a decisive 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time, versus 8.6 seconds. The Evoque answers with five seats, five doors and a 591-litre boot; the Z4 is strictly a two-seat convertible with 280 litres. For Malaysian buyers who need one car to carry people and luggage, the Evoque’s practicality, all-wheel drive and longer five-year warranty matter. The Z4 is the less expensive, far quicker indulgence.
Pick the BMW Z4 if you want a two-seat convertible with 255 hp, 400 Nm and a 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time for RM23,570 less.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if you need five seats, a 591-litre boot, all-wheel drive and a five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW Z4 RM475,230; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque RM498,800.
- Performance: BMW Z4 255 hp, 400 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 200 hp, 320 Nm and 8.6 seconds.
- Practicality: BMW Z4 has 2 seats, 2 doors and a 280-litre boot; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has 5 seats, 5 doors and a 591-litre boot.
- Driveline: BMW Z4 rear-wheel drive; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque all-wheel drive.
- Warranty: BMW Z4 has 2 years with unlimited mileage; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has 5 years or 150,000 km.
- Road tax: BMW Z4 RM379 per year; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque RM439 per year.
Z4
- 255 hp and 400 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds.
- RM23,570 lower purchase price and RM60 lower annual road tax.
- Convertible body, rear-wheel drive and M Sport suspension.
- Only 2 seats and 2 doors versus the Evoque’s 5 seats and 5 doors.
- 280-litre boot is 311 litres smaller than the Evoque’s 591 litres.
- No blind-spot system, autonomous braking or steering-correction lane keeping; warranty is 2 years versus 5 years.
Range Rover Evoque
- Five seats, five doors and a 591-litre boot.
- All-wheel drive, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring and autonomous braking.
- Five-year/150,000-km warranty, plus rear AC vents and a powered boot.
- Costs RM23,570 more and has RM439 annual road tax against RM379.
- Its 200 hp and 320 Nm trail the Z4’s 255 hp and 400 Nm, resulting in an 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.4 seconds.
- 216 km/h top speed is 34 km/h lower than the Z4’s 250 km/h.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM475,230✓ | RM498,800 |
| Body type | Convertible | SUV |
| Segment | Sports Car | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 255 hp✓ | 200 hp |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.1 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission | ZF 9HP |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds✓ | 8.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 216 km/h |
| Co2 | 149 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,371 mm |
| Width | 1,864 mm | 1,996 mm |
| Height | 1,304 mm | 1,649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,470 mm | 2,681 mm |
| Weight | 1,491 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 67 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 280 litres | 591 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Super Sport | Pirelli Scorpion Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Double Spoke Style 798M Alloys | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Double Spoke Style 798M Alloys | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Sport Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for two outer 2nd row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Flat Tyre Indicator | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | — | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 5 USBs, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Audio | 10.25" BMW Navigation system Professional, iDrive Touch controller, 12-speaker Harman Kardon Surround Sound System | 11.4" Pivi Pro Infotainment with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 11-speaker Meridian Sound System (400W) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | BMW ConnectedDrive, Concierge Service | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Z4 vs Range Rover Evoque FAQ
Is the BMW Z4 or Land Rover Range Rover Evoque better?
The Z4 is better for outright pace and open-top two-seat driving, reaching 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds. The Evoque is better as an everyday family car, with five seats, a 591-litre boot, all-wheel drive and more active safety equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque costs RM498,800, which is RM23,570 more than the BMW Z4 at RM475,230. Its annual road tax is also RM60 higher, at RM439 versus RM379.
Which one has more luggage space and passenger room?
The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque does. It has five seats, five doors and a 591-litre boot, compared with the BMW Z4’s two seats, two doors and 280-litre boot.