BMW Z Models 2019 News

Toyota Australia has confirmed it is supporting the new Supra performance coupe with a five year/unlimited kilometre warranty, extending to seven years with the brand’s ‘Service Advantage’ program that requires owners to carry out full log-book servicing for the first five years of ownership.

BMW’s new-generation Z4 convertible is now available to order with an enthusiast-orientated six-speed manual gearbox instead of the standard eight-speed torque converter automatic, although only in base sDrive 20i form.

BMW has watered down prospects of a Z4 coupe for the new generation, which has just launched in soft-top convertible form.When asked about a future Z4 coupe, BMW designer Calvin Luk told CarsGuide that he was “not sure” if the company would make one for this generation.“I personally have always been a roadster person. I’m not sure why but perhaps it’s what I saw a lot in terms of the Z heritage all the way back to the 1930s race car . I love the roadster because I can feel everything. It feels like you’re flying almost. It’s really exciting to me, as opposed to being insulated.”Contrary to what you might expect, the platform-sharing new Toyota Supra could actually be what rules out a coupe Z4, despite the Japanese cousin being a coupe itself. CarsGuide understands that a key element of differentiating between the two products was to split the bodystyles between the two. “The wheelbase, the dimensions, the size were set by BMW. BMW engineered the platform and we also designed the Z4 in tune with the classic roadster theme that goes with the Z car heritage.” “While I can’t comment on how Toyota designed their version of the car, we designed it to be a roadster with the classic roadster dimensions from the start.”The Z4 went on sale in Australia this month with three available variants priced between $84,900 and $124,900 plus on-road costs.BMW previously made a Z4 coupe from 2006 until 2008, and the later generation of Z4 was only available with a folding hardtop convertible roof. Before the Z4, BMW also built a Z3 coupe that Australia saw in limited form as the M Coupe. 

BMW Group Australia has confirmed its highly anticipated Z4 sportscar will be offered in three grades, kicking off at $84,900 plus on-road costs for the entry-level sDrive20i.Jumping up to the mid-range sDrive30i commands a $20,000 premium at $104,900, and the range-topping M40i M Performance asks for another $20,000 at $124,900.The two sDrive variants are powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine rated at 145kW/320Nm for the sDrive20i, and 190kW/400Nm for the sDrive30i.BMW claims a fuel consumption figure of 6.5 litres per 100km in either case.Meanwhile, the M40i steps things up to 250kW and 500Nm with its 3.0-litre turbocharged six-cylinder petrol engine, which burns 7.5L/100km.Translated to the drag strip, the Z4 runs the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.6 seconds, 5.4s and 4.5s in the sDrive20i, sDrive30i and M40i respectively, and all grades make use of an eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters.Australian-spec Z4 units feature an M Sport Package as standard, lowering the car 10mm for improved handling as well as 18-inch lightweight alloy wheels. The cabin is lined with black Vernasca leather with Alcantara trim pieces and blue stitching, however Ivory White, Magma Red, Black and Cognac upholstery colourways are available at no extra cost.BMW’s Live Cockpit Professional system is displayed on a 12.3-inch instrument cluster, infotainment is managed by BMW Operating System 7.0 on a 10.25-inch display, and important data is shown on a head-up display.Thanks to BMW’s 'Connected Package Professional', 'Remote Services', real-time traffic information, wireless Apple CarPlay, concierge services and wireless smartphone charging is all on offer, as standard.Interior features also include a tyre repair kit, wind deflector, heated and electrically adjustable M Sport seats, two-zone climate control, DAB digital radio, a 10-speaker sound system, M leather steering wheel, LED headlights and interior and driver’s side exterior mirror automatic anti-dazzle functionality.Driver-assistance tech includes BMW’s 'Driving Assistant' package, auto emergency braking (AEB), cruise control, high-beam assist and park assist.Stepping up to the sDrive30i adds 19-inch light alloys, a digital key to enable remote smartphone locking/unlocking, adaptive cruise control with stop/go and adaptive LED headlights. For performance, the sDrive30i also gains a 17-inch M Sport brake package with blue calipers, and adaptive M suspension with variable dampers.Both the aforementioned features are available on the base sDrive20i as an option.Other than the larger-capacity engine, the top-spec M40i grade gains a unique suspension tune, an electronically controlled limited-slip M Sport differential (optional on sDrive30i), lumbar support for driver and passenger, an ambient light and a 12-speaker harman/kardon surround sound system.

American pricing for BMW's Z4 convertible has been leaked, providing a helpful hint for what we can expect to pay when the two-seat performance car lands in Australia.

BMW Group Australia has confirmed a late first quarter 2019 launch date for its new Z4 convertible, which will be offered in three variants, the entry-level sDrive20i, mid-spec sDrive30i and the flags

BMW has finally - and officially - unveiled its new Z4 at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.

Forty years after the original Supra went on sale, Toyota has given us our best look yet at the all-new performance flagship, with the GR racing concept shown at the Geneva motor show today.