2018 BMW Z4 Prototype Shows Production Front End and Tailpipes on Nurburgring

As such, a 2018 BMW Z4 test car that was recently spotted doing its thing on the Nurburgring allowed us to notice plenty of fresh details.

Sure, the monstrous kidney grilles are still hidden, but we can not check out the surface play defining the air intakes in the front apron.

Another important element is found at the rear of the prototype and we're talking about the tailpipes of the Bimmer here.

As BMW has assured us, the showroom-destined Z4 will be pretty close to the concept in terms of the looks. And we've added images of the Pebble Beach contraption to the gallery above, so you can easily compare the concept and the Green Hell-lapping prototype.

The reports that have surfaced so far talk about three power versions set to be offered for the launch lineup. To be more precise, the German automaker's 2.0-liter turbo-four will animate the SDrive20i and the sDrive30i, while the new B58 3.0-liter straight-six is destined for the M40i. The rumor mill also talks about a hybrid model that will arrive later in the vehicle's lifecycle, with the same being said about an all-out M version of the two-seater.

Stick shift enthusiasts will be thrilled to find out that the Z4 is set to offer a six-speed manual, while an eight-speed auto will also be on the menu.

P.S.: In case you're wondering how the new BMW Z4 looks in fixed-roof form, you should check out the render we recently brought to you. Nevertheless, since the Mk V Toyota Supra has been cast in the role of this platform's coupe, we wouldn't hold our breath for the Bavarian model to receive such a body type.