2024 Bmw Z4 Review and Specs

The 2025 BMW Z4 goes above and beyond the typical fun-loving attitude of sports vehicles by featuring a soft-top arrangement that allows you to enjoy the sun while speeding along your favorite roads. The Toyota Supra, which shares the Z4's BMW-based mechanicals, and the Porsche 718 Boxster are two competitors that are more interested in handling twisty roads than the small roadster. Nevertheless, the Z4 has lots of energy and accelerates quickly with any of its engine choices. The basic features include rear-wheel drive, an eight-speed automatic gearbox, and a 255-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The fierce 382-hp turbocharged inline-six is available as an option for the first time, and it offers a new six-speed manual transmission that increases driver engagement for those seeking maximum power. There is ample room for two adults in the upscale cabin, which has fine materials and a 10.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. Practicality is something you may not anticipate from a vehicle this compact, but the Z4 has a sizable trunk for a tiny roadster—in our tests, it fits three carry-on bags. Even more reason to choose this chic convertible sports car as your go-to vehicle.

What Is 2025 Bringing?

The M40i now comes with a six-speed manual transmission, which is excellent news if you were expecting the mechanical twin of the Z4, the Toyota Supra, would be included in the range this year. It is part of a new $3500 package called Handschalter (meaning "hand shift" in German), which also includes a manual transmission and performance-enhancing components like more aggressive rims and tires and stiffer anti-roll bars. Additionally, BMW claims to have improved its driving feel by retuning the steering and adjusting the adaptive suspension settings for cars with stick shifts.

Cost and Selection of Items for Purchase

Depending on the model and extras, the 2025 BMW Z4 is anticipated to cost between $55,000 and $71,500.The Z4 sDrive30i is a fair deal at its starting price. It provides more than adequate performance for the majority of purchasers and is far less expensive than its primary competitor, the Porsche 718 Boxster. Additionally, for added traction, we recommend the Dynamic Handling option, which includes bigger M Sport brakes and an M Sport differential. Even while it won't accelerate as quickly as the far more powerful M40i, your new Z4 sDrive30i will still be enjoyable to drive.

Performance, Engine, and Transmission

The brand's superb 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine, which generates lots of torque and feels stronger than its 255 horsepower, powers the sDrive30i. The M40i variant has a 382-horsepower turbocharged inline-six for increased power. It's extremely elegant, and silky, yet, when provoked, fierce. An eight-speed automatic gearbox with manual and sport settings is standard on the Z4. Standard equipment also includes steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. One of the greatest automatics available is the eight-speed, which has smooth operation, quick shifts, and rapid reflexes. The Handschalter ("hand shift" in German) package, which includes wider wheels and tires, a retuned adaptive suspension system, stiffer anti-roll bars, and a six-speed manual transmission, is now available for the more potent six-cylinder vehicle.

0–60 MPH Tempos

The sDrive30i variant took 5.1 seconds to reach 60 mph during our testing. Though still a little slower than a 718 Boxster, that is lively. The automatic M40i variant increased power significantly, taking only 3.5 seconds to get from zero to sixty miles per hour. We anticipate beating BMW's stated time of 4.2 seconds to reach 60 mph when we have a chance to test the M40i with the six-speed manual.

Cargo, Comfort, and Interior

The inside of the Z4 is of extremely good quality, just as that of contemporary BMWs. Indeed, its interior could be the greatest in this class. It has high-end components, superb panel fit, and well-positioned controls. When you appreciate the dynamism of the Z4, its seats will keep you securely in place thanks to its generous bolsters. Even for people who are taller than six feet, there is more space inside than you may anticipate. Its well-sealed fabric roof is highly insulated. The BMW's cabin is remarkably silent when the top is up; there is hardly any noise from the wind or the road; it nearly seems like a coupe. It folds away in a matter of seconds at the touch of a button.

Features for Safety and Driver Assistance

The BMW lane-departure warning system, front collision warning, and daytime pedestrian recognition with city braking are all standard. On both Z4 variants, further driver-assistance systems are offered as options. Active cruise control, active blind-spot recognition, rear-collision prevention, and rear cross-traffic warning are among the available features.

• Typical front collision warning with pedestrian awareness
• Adaptive cruise control is available.
• Blind-spot monitoring capabilities available

Coverage for Maintenance and Warranty

For the class, BMW's warranty is mediocre, but its free regular maintenance coverage is exceptional. The Nissan Z does not have such a program, and Chevrolet only pays for a Corvette owner's first maintenance appointment.

• A limited warranty is valid for 50,000 miles or four years.
• Four years or 50,000 miles are covered by the powertrain warranty.
• Free planned maintenance is provided for three years or thirty thousand kilometers.

FAQs

Is a 2024 BMW Z4 planned?

The new offering, which is anticipated to go into production in the first quarter of 2024, will cost roughly $3,500 more than the base $66,300 price of the current BMW Z4 M40i. In addition to a third pedal and a six-speed manual transmission, the new vehicle will also come with a slew of other improvements over the base roadster.

What does Z4 stand for in a BMW?

The Z, which stands for "zukunft" (the German word for "the future"), has been manufactured in six generations in four distinct series, including concept, roadster, and coupé versions. BMW Z. Z4 M40i, 2019.