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Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Infotainment: Apple CarPlay icon Apple CarPlay   Android Auto icon Android Auto  
Production years: 2018
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BMW has a long history of making roadsters all the way back to its roots. This is why it continued to make roadsters for driving pleasure. In 2018, the new generation of the Z4 was launched. Unlike the previous generation, which was available with a retractable hard-top, the new generation is available only as a roadster. Those who want a coupe will have to buy the 2018 Toyota Supra, which is almost identical but it has a fixed top.

Unlike the Supra, the Z4 is available in three engine versions. The Z4 is available with a two liters engine either naturally aspirated or turbocharged, and the top version 3.0-liter turbocharged. The output range is between 197 and 340 hp. For the base model, the sDrive 2.0i, the transmission is a 6-speed manual gearbox. For all the others, an 8-speed Steptronic automatic gearbox is fitted as standard.

Compared to the older version, it is bigger on the outside but has a shorter wheelbase. Now it features a 2.47 meters (97.2”) long distance between the axles, which makes the car more agile in the corners. It also has a 50:50 weight distribution.

From the technology point of view, the Z4 has some interesting features. Apart from the latest digital instrument cluster and infotainment, the Z4 can be opened and locked via smartphone. Using the NFC (Near Field Communication) technology, the smartphone turns into a key. So, if you forgot your keys at home, just be sure you have the phone charged.

press release
BMW Z4 (G29) 2018
  3 gasoline engines
  • M40i 3.0L 8AT (340 HP)
  • sDrive20i 8AT (197 HP)
  • sDrive30i 8AT (258 HP)

BMW Z4 (G29)
M40i 3.0L 8AT (340 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - M40i 3.0L 8AT (340 HP)
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:2998 cm3
Power:250.1 KW @ 6500 RPM
340 HP @ 6500 RPM
335 BHP @ 6500 RPM
Torque:369 lb-ft @ 1600-4500 RPM
500 Nm @ 1600-4500 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Direct Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:13.7 gallons (51.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:155 mph (249 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):4.5 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:8-speed automatic Steptronic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/50 R17 98Y XL
DIMENSIONS
Length:170.2 in (4323 mm)
Width:73.4 in (1864 mm)
Height:51.3 in (1303 mm)
Front/rear Track:63.3/63.6 in (1,608/1,615 mm)
Wheelbase:97.2 in (2469 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.6 in (117 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.9 cuFT (280 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.29
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:25.6 mpg US (9.2 L/100Km)
Highway:37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km)
Combined:31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:168 g/km

BMW Z4 (G29)
sDrive20i 8AT (197 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - sDrive20i 8AT (197 HP)
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:1994 cm3
Power:144.9 KW @ 4500-6500 RPM
197 HP @ 4500-6500 RPM
194 BHP @ 4500-6500 RPM
Torque:236 lb-ft @ 1450-4200 RPM
320 Nm @ 1450-4200 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Direct Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:13.7 gallons (51.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:149 mph (240 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):6.6 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:8-speed automatic Steptronic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/50 R17 98Y XL
DIMENSIONS
Length:170.2 in (4323 mm)
Width:73.4 in (1864 mm)
Height:51.3 in (1303 mm)
Front/rear Track:63.3/63.6 in (1,608/1,615 mm)
Wheelbase:97.2 in (2469 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.6 in (117 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.9 cuFT (280 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.29
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3263 lbs (1480 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km)
Highway:43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km)
Combined:38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:139 g/km

BMW Z4 (G29)
sDrive30i 8AT (258 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - sDrive30i 8AT (258 HP)
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:1998 cm3
Power:189.8 KW @ 5000 RPM
258 HP @ 5000 RPM
255 BHP @ 5000 RPM
Torque:295 lb-ft @ 1550 – 4400 RPM
400 Nm @ 1550 – 4400 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Direct Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:13.7 gallons (51.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:155 mph (249 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):5.4 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:8-speed automatic Steptronic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/50 R17 98Y XL
DIMENSIONS
Length:170.2 in (4323 mm)
Width:73.4 in (1864 mm)
Height:51.3 in (1303 mm)
Front/rear Track:63.3/63.6 in (1,608/1,615 mm)
Wheelbase:97.2 in (2469 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.6 in (117 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.9 cuFT (280 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.29
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3263 lbs (1480 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km)
Highway:44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km)
Combined:38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:139 g/km
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