BMW Z4 Roadster (09 on) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 01 February 2010
BMW has made some key changes to the Z4 as it looks to make the two-seater more appealing to people considering a Mercedes-Benz SLK or Porsche Boxster. The biggest difference compared to the previous Z4 is the introduction of a metal-folding roof which means it is much quieter at motorway speeds. This also improves security while the cabin has plenty of space, especially in terms of head room. All the engines in the line-up deliver impressive performance and good fuel economy too, while it's usefully practical for a sports car. But perhaps the biggest improvement comes in terms of refinement and ride comfort. This makes the Z4 a coupe convertible that's easy to live with everyday.
4.5 out of 5

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Equipment

There was originally only one trim level in the Z4 range, but equipment levels vary according to the engine choice. The sDrive23i comes with 17-inch alloys, Drive Dynamic Control, an electric parking brake with hill start assist, alarm and immobiliser, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), headlight washers, run flat tyres, xenon headlights, cloth seats, dual zone automatic air conditioning, electric windows, multi-function sports steering wheel, trip computer plus a CD stereo with an auxiliary input. The sDrive30i adds leather upholstery, rain sensitive wiper and automatic headlights while the sDrive35i gets unique alloy wheels, metallic paint and electrically adjustable seats. The options list is extensive but key extras include a wind deflector, sports seats, parking sensors and satellite navigation with a built-in music hard drive. In March 2010 the M Sport trim was introduced which comes with a sports bodykit, 18-inch alloys, Anthracite headlining, leather gear lever, sports seats with part electrical adjustment and leather upholstery.

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  • ABS
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • Audio remote
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Front electric windows
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Metallic Paint
  • Partial leather seat trim
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Sat Nav
  • Service indicator
  • Side airbags
  • Sports seats
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
  • Telephone
  • Traction control
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