The luxury sports car is alive and well thanks to vehicles like the BMW Z4. This convertible has a premium interior, modern tech features, and a driving experience that balances comfort and performance nicely. It even returns good fuel economy for a sports car.
Since sports cars are falling out of favor with luxury vehicle shoppers in favor of SUVs, the BMW Z4 has few direct competitors. The closest would be the Audi TT, but if you upgrade to the 6-cylinder engine in the Z4, it’s competitive with the lower trims of the Chevrolet Corvette and Porsche 718 Boxster. Of course, the Toyota Supra, which was developed in parallel by BMW and Toyota, offers a very similar take on the sports coupe, albeit in hardtop only.
The Z4 comes in two trims: the 4-cylinder sDrive30i and the 6-cylinder M40i. The differences between the two go beyond what’s under the hood.
Let’s take a closer look at the Z4 model range and find the proper luxury roadster for you.
2023 BMW Z4 sDrive30i: $52,800
The standard 2023 BMW Z4 sDrive30i model is powered by a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine rated at 255 horsepower. An 8-speed automatic transmission sends power to the rear wheels. The EPA rated the fuel economy of the 2023 Z4 sDrive30i model as 25 mpg city/33 mpg highway/28 mpg combined.
A welcome upgrade for 2023 is the standard M Sport Package. Formerly optional, it includes a sporty appearance package, M Sport seats, M pedals, an M steering wheel, a SensaTec-wrapped dashboard, and an M Sport suspension.
Other standard features on the 2023 BMW Z4 include 18-inch wheels, a power convertible top, power seats, SensaTec faux leather upholstery, a memory driver’s seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, and an iDrive 7 infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It also comes with the Live Cockpit Pro digital gauge cluster and a universal garage door opener.
There are a few desirable option packages for the Z4 sDrive30i. The Convenience Package adds Comfort Access keyless entry and lumbar support. The pricier Premium Package adds a head-up display, Parking Assistant, adaptive LED headlights, remote start, a heated steering wheel, heated seats, and ambient interior lighting.
A Driving Assistance Package adds more driver assistance features, while the Shadowline Package adds tasteful black trim. Driving enthusiasts should consider the Dynamic Handling Package, which improves performance with M brakes, an M differential, and an adaptive M suspension system.
When you factor in the $995 destination fee, the starting price of the 2023 BMW Z4 comes to $53,795. Assuming a 60-month loan at 3% interest with no money down, the monthly payment for a Z4 sDrive30i would start at about $967. See 2023 BMW Z4 sDrive30i models for sale near you
2023 BMW Z4 sDrive30i includes:
Quick and efficient 4-cylinder engine — This turbocharged engine delivers engaging performance while returning better fuel economy than you might expect for a luxury sports car.
M Sport Package — This formerly optional package now comes standard on every Z4. It adds a sporty appearance package inside and out, plus an M Sport suspension.
iDrive 7 — This user-friendly and feature-rich infotainment system has a vibrant display and offers wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for easy smartphone connectivity.
2023 BMW Z4 M40i: $65,300
The M40i model is the star of the show with its turbocharged 6-cylinder engine, a significant upgrade in performance over the base engine. It makes 382 hp while achieving an EPA fuel economy rating of 23 mpg city/31 mpg highway/26 mpg combined.
Additional features improving performance include M Sport brakes, an adaptive M suspension system, and an M Sport differential.
As for the interior, the standard features list is similar to that of the sDrive30i, but heated seats and a heated steering wheel are standard. The M40i still has the Driving Assistance Package, Shadowline Package, and Premium Package available, but the contents of the base model’s Convenience Package and Dynamic Handling Package come standard on the M40i.
With the $995 destination fee included, the M40 costs $66,295. A 60-month loan with zero down at 3% interest translates to a monthly payment of about $1,191. See 2023 BMW Z4 M40i models for sale near you
2023 BMW Z4 M40i includes:
Mighty powerplant — A 382-hp turbocharged 6-cylinder engine powers the M40i. This output is a significant performance upgrade over the base engine.
M Sport brakes — These brakes provide the Z4 with better stopping power. Plus, you can get blue or red painted calipers to add to the sporty look.
Adaptive M Suspension — This adaptive suspension improves agility and comfort, further refining the character of this luxurious sports car.
