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2019 BMW Z4

Convertible · 2015–2026

Trims and features

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What changed for 2019

First year we have trim data for.

2019 Z4 trims

sDrive30i
Price
Starting MSRP$49,700
Powertrain
EngineB46 TwinPower Turbocharged
Horsepower255 hp
Torque295 lb-ft
TransmissionEight-speed Steptronic Sport
Gears8
DrivetrainRwd
Size and capability
Seats2
Trunk9.9 cu ft
Ground clearance4.7 in
Length170.7 in
Curb weight3,287 lb
Tech
Touchscreen10.25 in
Apple CarPlayWireless
Digital gauge cluster12.3 in
Head-up displayOptional
AudioOptional
Speakers10 + option
Driver assistance
Adaptive cruise controlOptional
Lane keepingLane Departure Warning
Blind-spot monitoringOptional
Automatic emergency brakingAEB with Pedestrian Detection
Rear cross-trafficOptional
Comfort
SeatsOptional
Climate zonesOptional
Exterior
Wheels18 in + option
Packages and options (33)
sDrive30i
Adaptive M Sport Suspension Optional
Driving Assistance Package $500Optional
M Sport Brakes Optional
M Sport Differential Optional
M Sport Package $2,950Optional
Track Handling Package $2,450Optional
Adaptive LED Headlights Optional
Anthracite with Silver Effect Soft Top Optional
Automatically Dimming and Folding Exterior Mirrors Optional
Ambient Lighting Optional
Comfort Access Optional
BMW Head-Up Display Optional
M Sport Seats Optional
M Sport Steering Wheel Optional
SensaTec Upholstery Optional
Trunk Through-Loading System Optional
Two-Zone Automatic Climate Control Optional
Vernasca/Alcantara Upholstery Optional
Vernasca Leather Upholstery Optional
Harman Kardon Surround Sound System Optional
Active Blind Spot Detection Optional
Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go Optional
Active Driving Assistant Optional
Cross-Traffic Alert Optional
Lane Change Warning System Optional
Lane Departure Warning Optional
Parking Assistant Optional
Rear Collision Protection Optional
Speed Limit Info Optional
18-Inch Light-Alloy Wheels Standard
18-Inch Staggered Light-Alloy Wheels Optional
19-Inch M Light-Alloy Wheels Optional
Frozen Grey Optional

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem press release, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, options, option rules, vin decode. "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

YearVersionStarsForward collision warning Lane departure warningRecallsComplaints
2026 BMW Z4 C N/A RWDNot Rated NoNo 00
2024 BMW Z4 C RWDNot Rated NoNo 00
2023 BMW Z4 C RWDNot Rated NoNo 20
2022 BMW Z4 C RWDNot Rated NoNo 31
2021 BMW Z4 C RWDNot Rated StandardOptional 51
2020 BMW Z4 C RWDNot Rated NoNo 65
2019 BMW Z4 C RWDNot Rated NoNo 65
2016 BMW Z4 C RWDNot Rated NoNo 14
2015 BMW Z4 Sdrive28I C RWDNot Rated NoNo 15
2015 BMW Z4 Sdrive35I C RWDNot Rated NoNo 15
2015 BMW Z4 Sdrive35IS C RWDNot Rated NoNo 15

Source: NHTSA.

EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)

YearEPA modelEnginesCombined
2026Z4 M40iAuto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo
22–25
2026Z4 sDrive30iAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 28
2025Z4 M40iAuto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo
22–25
2025Z4 sDrive30iAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 28
2024Z4 M40iAuto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 26
2024Z4 sDrive30iAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 28
2023Z4 M40iAuto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 26
2023Z4 sDrive30iAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 28
2022Z4 M40iAuto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 25
2022Z4 sDrive30iAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 28
2021Z4 M40iAuto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 25
2021Z4 sDrive30iAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 28
2020Z4 M40iAuto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 26
2020Z4 sDrive30iAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 27
2019Z4 sDrive30iAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 28
2016Z4 sDrive28iAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
26
2016Z4 sDrive35iAuto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 19
2016Z4 sDrive35isAuto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 19
2015Z4 sDrive28iAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
26
2015Z4 sDrive35iAuto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 19
2015Z4 sDrive35isAuto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo 19

Source: fueleconomy.gov.

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