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2021 BMW Z4
Convertible · 2015–2026
Trims and features
What changed for 2021
- Android Auto: Not listed → Wireless (all trims)
2021 Z4 trims
| M40i | sDrive30i | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Starting MSRP | $63,700 | $49,700 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine | B58 | B46 |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Sport Automatic Transmission | 8-Speed Sport Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | Rwd | Rwd |
| Size and capability | ||
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Tech | ||
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless |
| Audio | Optional | Optional |
| Driver assistance | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | Optional | Optional |
| Lane keeping | Optional | Optional |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort | ||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather + option | Synthetic Leather + option |
| Heated seats | Front | Optional |
| Exterior | ||
| Wheels | 18 in + option | 18 in + option |
Packages and options (43)
| M40i | sDrive30i | |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive M Suspension $700 | Standard | Optional |
| Convenience Package $1,150 | — | Optional |
| Driving Assistance Package $700 | Optional | Optional |
| Dynamic Handling Package $2,450 | — | Optional |
| Executive Package | Optional | Optional |
| M Sport Package $2,650 | Standard | Optional |
| Premium Package | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Engine Start $300 | Optional | Optional |
| Shadowline Package $300 | Optional | Optional |
| M Sport Brakes with Blue Calipers | Standard | Optional |
| M Sport Brakes with Red Calipers | Optional | Optional |
| Moonlight Black Soft Top $250 | Optional | Optional |
| Ambient Lighting $250 | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Front Seats $500 | Standard | Optional |
| Heated Steering Wheel $190 | Standard | Optional |
| Wireless Charging $500 | Optional | Optional |
| Active Cruise Control $1,200 | Optional | Optional |
| Park Distance Control $200 | Optional | Optional |
| Parking Assistant $400 | Optional | Optional |
| 18" V-Spoke Orbit Grey Wheels, Style 770 with Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires | — | Standard |
| 19" V-Spoke Ferric Grey Wheels, Style 772 with Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires $600 | — | Optional |
| 18" M Double-Spoke Ferric Grey Wheels, Style 798M with Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires | — | Optional |
| 18" M Double-Spoke Orbit Grey Wheels, Style 798M with Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires | Standard | Optional |
| 19" M Double-Spoke Jet Black Wheels, Style 799M with Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires $600 | Optional | Optional |
| 19" M Double-Spoke Orbit Grey Wheels, Style 799M with Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires $600 | Optional | Optional |
| 19" M Double-Spoke Cerium Grey Wheels, Style 800M with Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires $600 | Optional | — |
| Aluminum Trim with Mesh Effect | Optional | Optional |
| Aluminum Tetragon Trim | Standard | Optional |
| Black High Gloss Trim | Optional | Standard |
| Alpine White | Optional | Optional |
| Black Sapphire Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional |
| Frozen Grey II Metallic $3,600 | Optional | — |
| Glacier Silver Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional |
| Mediterranean Blue Metallic $550 | — | Optional |
| Mineral White Metallic $550 | — | Optional |
| Misano Blue Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional |
| San Francisco Red Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional |
| Black Alcantara / Black Vernasca Leather with Blue Contrast Stitching $1,500 | Optional | Optional |
| Black SensaTec | Optional | Optional |
| Black Vernasca Leather with Oyster Contrast Stitching $1,700 | Optional | Optional |
| Cognac Vernasca Leather with Contrast Stitching $1,700 | Optional | Optional |
| Ivory White Vernasca Leather with Contrast Stitching $1,700 | Optional | Optional |
| Magma Red Vernasca Leather with Black Contrast Stitching $1,700 | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: powertrain, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, 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
| 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.