The BMW Z4 is always one of the most favorite BMW’s sports cars. Commencing with the original Z4 which was formed as a front-engine, rear-drive and two-seat coupé, BMW continued to update the second-gen Z4 convertible with a retractable hardtop. Regretfully, it was phased out last year. This year, the German luxury marque has again made fans drool by the approaching launch of the third-gen BMW Z4 2019 – the fruit of the collaboration with Toyota.
The BMW Z4 is always one of the most favorite BMW’s sports cars
Today, Philkotse will give you a brief overview of the much-awaited BMW Z4 2019.
1. What is it?
The BMW Z4 (or Z5) is an all-new roadster from BMW which is also a rear-wheel and front engine sports car as its predecessor. And as we’ve noted, BMW and Toyota has joined hands in developing a new platform underpinning both the Z4 and Toyota Supra facelift.
BMW also revealed that the BMW Z4 2019 would be “a unique BMW product” with a convertible soft top.
2. What is it like?
The BMW Z4 Concept was showcased at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show last month. Yes, maybe it is what the production Z4 will look like.
The BMW Z4 Concept is what the production Z4 will look like
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The roadster, accordingly, features new head- and tail lights, sharper character line flowing throughout the length, more aggressive creases in both front and rear while remaining the short rear deck and long hood of an iconic BMW roadster.
The roadster features sharper character line flowing throughout the length
The cabin is also expected to be extremely sporty and luxurious thanks to some minor changes.
The interior will get minor changes
3. What’s under the bonnet?
Propelling the base BMW Z4 2019 s20i will be a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with 180 hp, mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox.
As for the s30i, the same engine will push out a greater output of 250 hp whereas the top-spec 340i will exclusively use a 3.0L straight-six engine cranking out up to 385 hp. The two variants will likely get an 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox.
4. When will it come out?
According to latest car news from the carmaker, the BMW Z4 2019 will make its global reveal sometime next year. It is speculated that 2018 North American International Auto Show in January would be a right occasion. Four years ago, the car event also witnessed the cooperation between BMW and Toyota, so this is definitely not a groundless speculation.
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Know more about BMW Z4 2024
The BMW Z4 2024 is a 2-door roadster that is available in the Philippines with a price of Php 5,890,000. It is offered by BMW Philippines in one variant, the Z4 M40i. The variant comes with a 3.0-liter inline-6 BMW TwinPower Turbo engine that delivers 340 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. Both variants utilize an 8-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic Sport.
Dimensions-wise, the Z4 spans 4,324 mm in length, 1,864 mm in width, and 1,304 mm in height. In the local market, this BMW roadster is competing against the likes of the Toyota Supra, Nissan 370Z, and Porsche 718.
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BMW Z4 Launch
The first-generation BMW Z4 was introduced at the Paris Motor Show in 2002. SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., the official distributor of BMW vehicles and parts in the Philippines launched the latest generation Z4 M40i in June 2019. An additional variant, the limited Frozen Edition of the M40i was released during an online media conference in May 2020.
BMW Z4 Exterior
The top-down convertible carries BMW’s signature German styling with clean lines and flat surfaces that create a more aggressive stance. While the latest generations still carry the “long hood, short deck” aesthetic of its predecessors, there are numerous modifications to the design that give the Z4 a more modern and fresher look.
The iconic large dual kidney grills sport an updated styling, flanked with sleek LED headlights and a sportier front bumper. On the rear are redesigned L-shaped taillights complemented by slim air outlets on each corner, and large dual exhausts that add to the sportiness of the luxury convertible.
Completing the look are 19-inch aluminum wheels for the top ranging Z4 M40i. What sets the Z4 M40i Frozen Edition apart is the special paint scheme called Frozen Grey II Individual matte, which is basically the only physical modification on the model.
BMW Z4 Interior
In true BMW fashion, the cabin is decked in the most premium materials. The finest quality of Vernasca leather wraps the seats and the door panels. Touches of Alcantara further add to the cabin’s sophistication and elegance. Other portions of the cabin are furnished with aluminum trim pieces for the top-spec Z4 M40i. Seats are equipped with power-adjustability and memory function for added comfort.
The driver-oriented cockpit features an intuitive center stack wherein quick access to the folding electric soft-top can be found. The roof can be raised within 10 seconds.
Technology & Safety
Crowning the dashboard of the BMW Z4 M40i is a 12.3-inch touchscreen equipped with the latest BMW iDrive 7. It is connected to the BMW Live Cockpit Professional digital instrument cluster which provides convenient controls to the vehicle’s safety features. It also comes navigation-ready with easy connectivity through Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth. Audio comes out via a Harman Kardon 12-speaker system. The top-spec variant also gets a Heads-up Display to complete the fully digital dashboard.
Among the standard safety features across all BMW Z4 variants are Electronic Brake Distribution, Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Lane Departure Warning System, Blind-Spot Detection System, Cruise Control, Front and Rear Parking Sensors, Push Start Button and Keyless Entry, Hill Start Assist, and Tire Pressure Monitoring.
The M40i gets advanced driver-assist features including a Reversing Assistant and a Parking Assistant which is an innovative self-parking feature.
Platform & Chassis
The 2-door, 2-seater convertible shares the same platform as the 2019 Toyota Supra. The M40i features M Sport brakes, an M chassis, and adaptive suspension. Meanwhile, the base variant gets an Independent MacPherson strut in front and an independent multi-link setup at the rear with disc brakes all around.
Engine & Drivetrain
Powering the BMW Z4 M40i is a 3.0-liter in-line six with an M Performance TwinPower Turbo gasoline engine that delivers 340 hp and 500 Nm. Power is sent to the rear wheels through an 8-Speed Steptronic Sport Automatic transmission.
Available colors for the BMW Z4 2024 are Alpine White, Black Sapphire, Black Sapphire Metallic, Glacier Silver, Glacier Silver Metallic, Mineral White, Misano Blue Metallic, Mediterranean Blue, San Francisco Red, San Francisco Red Metallic, and Frozen Grey II Metallic.
The BMW Z4 Philippines is a good 2-door roadster choice thanks to its impressive powertrain. However, it doesn't get a manual transmission, unlike its rivals such as the Porsche 718 2024 and Nissan 370Z. Also, this model makes less horsepower than the Toyota Supra despite using a lot of similar components.
BMW Z4 2024 Price List
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| BMW Z4 M40i | ₱5,890,000 |
BMW Z4 Pros & Cons
Pros
- Appealing roadster design
- Good engine performance
- No manual unlike many rivals
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- Limited cabin and cargo space
- Competitors' handling is arguably better
- Stiff ride
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