BMW 430i xDrive vs Nissan Z
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Z
Overview
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive430i xDrive | Nissan ZSport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 430i xDrive | Sport |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive430i xDrive | Nissan ZSport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55,300 | $42,970 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive430i xDrive | Nissan ZSport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive430i xDrive | Nissan ZSport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 400 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive430i xDrive | Nissan ZSport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 15.5 cu ft (best) | — |
| Payload | 767 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,805 lbs | 3,549 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in (best) | 4.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in (best) | 100.4 in |
| Length | 187.9 in (best) | 172.4 in |
| Width | 72.9 in (best) | 72.6 in |
| Height | 54.8 in (best) | 51.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive430i xDrive | Nissan ZSport |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 430i xDrive | Nissan Z |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 430i xDrive $55,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport $42,970 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 430i xDrive $63,300 MSRP | Sport $42,970 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Performance $52,970 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Performance $52,970 MSRP |
| 5 | — | NISMO $65,750 MSRP |