BMW Z4
Convertible · 2015–2026
Trims and features
What changed for 2026
- Starting prices: +$1,950 to +$2,050 (2 trims; hover for each)
2026 Z4 trims
| M40i | sDrive30i | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Starting MSRP | $68,400 | $56,100 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Horsepower | 382 hp | 255 hp |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 8-Speed Steptronic |
| Gears | 8 + option | 8 |
| Drivetrain | Rwd | Rwd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 25 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Trunk | 9.9 cu ft | 9.9 cu ft |
| Length | 170.7 in | 170.7 in |
| Curb weight | 3,543 lb | 3,314 lb |
| Tech | ||
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless |
| Head-up display | Optional | Optional |
| Audio | Optional | Optional |
| Speakers | Optional | Optional |
| Wireless phone charging | Qi | Qi |
| Driver assistance | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | Optional | Optional |
| Lane keeping | Optional | Optional |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Optional | Optional |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection |
| Comfort | ||
| Heated seats | Front | Front |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 |
| Remote start | Optional | Optional |
| Exterior | ||
| Wheels | 18 in + option | 18 in + option |
| Headlights | LED Matrix | LED Matrix |
Packages and options (58)
| M40i | sDrive30i | |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive M Suspension | Standard | Optional |
| Convenience Package $600 | — | Optional |
| Driving Assistance Package $700 | Optional | Optional |
| Dynamic Handling Package $2,450 | — | Optional |
| Edition Handschalter Package $3,500 | Optional | — |
| M Sport Differential | Standard | Optional |
| Manual Transmission | Optional | — |
| Premium Package $2,450 | Optional | Optional |
| Pure Impulse (Full Perforated Leather) | Optional | — |
| Shadowline Package $950 | Optional | Optional |
| Adaptive Full LED Lights | Optional | Optional |
| Extended Shadowline Trim $300 | Optional | Optional |
| M Sport Brakes with Blue Calipers | Standard | Optional |
| M Sport Brakes with Red Calipers | Optional | Optional |
| Mirror Caps in Black | Optional | Optional |
| Moonlight Black Soft Top $250 | Optional | Optional |
| Roll Protection in Satin Aluminum | — | Optional |
| Aluminum Mesh Effect Trim $150 | Optional | Optional |
| Aluminum Tetragon Trim $150 | Standard | Optional |
| Ambient Lighting $250 | Optional | Optional |
| Black High Gloss Trim | Optional | Standard |
| Head-Up Display | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Steering Wheel $200 | Standard | Optional |
| Lumbar Support | Standard | Optional |
| Remote Engine Start $300 | Optional | Optional |
| Harman Kardon Surround Sound System $875 | Optional | Optional |
| Active Blind Spot Detection | Optional | Optional |
| Driving Assistant | Optional | Optional |
| Active Park Distance Control with Side Protection | Optional | Optional |
| Distance Control (ACC) $500 | Optional | Optional |
| Forward Collision Mitigation | Optional | Optional |
| Lane Keeping Assistant | Optional | Optional |
| Park Distance Control $200 | Optional | Optional |
| Parking Assistant | Optional | Optional |
| Speed Limit Info | Optional | Optional |
| 18" M Dual-Spoke Ferric Grey 798M Wheels with Staggered Performance Tires | — | Standard |
| 18" M Dual-Spoke Orbit Grey 798M Wheels with Staggered Performance Tires | Standard | Optional |
| 19/20" M Dual-Spoke Bicolor 800M Wheels with Staggered Performance Tires | Optional | — |
| 19" M Dual-Spoke Cerium Grey 800M Wheels with Staggered Performance Tires $600 | Optional | — |
| 19" M Dual-Spoke Jet Black 799M Wheels with Staggered Performance Tires $600 | Optional | Optional |
| 19" M Dual-Spoke Orbit Grey 799M Wheels with Staggered Performance Tires $600 | Optional | Optional |
| 19" M V-Spoke Jet Black 772M Wheels with Staggered Performance Tires $600 | Optional | Optional |
| Alpine White | Optional | Optional |
| Black Sapphire Metallic $650 | Optional | Optional |
| Frozen Deep Green Metallic $2,950 | Optional | — |
| Frozen Grey II Metallic $3,600 | Optional | — |
| Portimao Blue Metallic $650 | Optional | Optional |
| San Francisco Red Metallic $650 | Optional | Optional |
| San Remo Green Metallic | Optional | — |
| Skyscraper Grey Metallic $650 | Optional | Optional |
| Thundernight Metallic $650 | Optional | Optional |
| Black Alcantara Vernasca Leather with Blue Contrast Stitching $1,250 | Optional | Optional |
| Black SensaTec | Optional | Optional |
| Black Vernasca Leather $1,500 | Optional | Optional |
| Cognac Vernasca Leather with Contrast Stitching $1,500 | Optional | Optional |
| Cognac Vernasca Leather with Exclusive Contrast Detail and Stitching $1,500 | Optional | — |
| Ivory White Vernasca Leather with Contrast Stitching $1,500 | Optional | Optional |
| Magma Red Vernasca Leather with Black Contrast Stitching $1,500 | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem configurator, Oem order guide, Nhtsa vin decode, Other, Press release. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Z4 2019–2025, Z4 2021–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | BMW Z4 C N/A RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | BMW Z4 C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | BMW Z4 C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | BMW Z4 C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 1 |
| 2021 | BMW Z4 C RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Optional | 5 | 1 |
| 2020 | BMW Z4 C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 6 | 5 |
| 2019 | BMW Z4 C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 6 | 5 |
| 2016 | BMW Z4 C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 4 |
| 2015 | BMW Z4 Sdrive28I C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 5 |
| 2015 | BMW Z4 Sdrive35I C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 5 |
| 2015 | BMW Z4 Sdrive35IS C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Z4 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo |
22–25 |
| 2026 | Z4 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2025 | Z4 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo |
22–25 |
| 2025 | Z4 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2024 | Z4 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2024 | Z4 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2023 | Z4 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2023 | Z4 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2022 | Z4 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2022 | Z4 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2021 | Z4 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2021 | Z4 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2020 | Z4 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2020 | Z4 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2019 | Z4 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2016 | Z4 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
26 |
| 2016 | Z4 sDrive35i | Auto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2016 | Z4 sDrive35is | Auto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2015 | Z4 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
26 |
| 2015 | Z4 sDrive35i | Auto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2015 | Z4 sDrive35is | Auto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 19 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.