Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Infotainment: Apple CarPlay Android Auto
Production years: 2018
Review: 2019 BMW Z4 M40i First Contact - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
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.
ENGINE SPECS - M40i 3.0L 8AT (340 HP) | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic Steptronic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/50 R17 98Y XL |
DIMENSIONS | |
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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) | |
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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 |
ENGINE SPECS - sDrive20i 8AT (197 HP) | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 149 mph (240 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic Steptronic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/50 R17 98Y XL |
DIMENSIONS | |
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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 | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3263 lbs (1480 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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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 |
ENGINE SPECS - sDrive30i 8AT (258 HP) | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic Steptronic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/50 R17 98Y XL |
DIMENSIONS | |
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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 | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3263 lbs (1480 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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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 |