Dodge Challenger vs. BMW Z4
When we compare the Dodge Challenger's and the BMW Z4's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Challenger has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The BMW Z4 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and reliability. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Challenger's and the BMW Z4's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Challenger is a better car than the BMW Z4.
Dodge Challenger vs. BMW Z4 Pricing
For a new model, the Dodge Challenger's price is between $31,749 and $95,527, with the BMW Z4 priced between $58,290 and $75,236.
Dodge Challenger vs. BMW Z4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Dodge Challenger loses 24.4 percent of its value and the BMW Z4 loses 44.4 percent of its value. This means the Dodge Challenger retains 19.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW Z4.
Dodge Challenger vs. BMW Z4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Challenger is 7.9 out of 10 while the BMW Z4's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Challenger being ranked 5 out of 15 Best Sports Cars and the BMW Z4 being ranked 7 out of 20 Best Luxury 2-seater Cars.
Dodge Challenger vs. BMW Z4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Challenger is 8.0 out of 10. For the BMW Z4 the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the BMW Z4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Dodge Challenger.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Challenger’s base engine makes 303 horsepower, and the BMW Z4 base engine makes 255 horsepower. The Challenger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. The Z4 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles.This gives the BMW Z4 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Challenger the advantage in maximum range. The Challenger uses regular unleaded, and the Z4 uses premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Dodge Challenger has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
31749 - 95527
Used Asking Price:
29267 - 139999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.244452
Pricing
New Asking Price:
58290 - 75236
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.443609
Dodge Challenger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.947192 / 10
Reliability:
7.994384 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW Z4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.570496 / 10
Reliability:
8.140992 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Challenger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
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5 out of / 15Ranking
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5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 11BMW Z4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
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5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
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10 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 23Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 40Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 20Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
33 out of / 40Ranking
37 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Challenger Trim Levels
GT, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, SRT Hellcat Redeye, SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak, SRT Super Stock, SXT
BMW Z4 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
303 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3841 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
197.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3314 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
51.4 inches
Length:
170.7 inches
Wheelbase:
97.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18