BMW2009-2016 Z4 Overview

BMW Z4 Overview (2009 - 2016)

E89

Tech Specs Summary


137 - 155 mph

4.8 - 7.9 seconds

154 - 335 hp

25.1 - 34.6 mpg
lb
3,241 - 3,527 lbs

6.4 - 10.9 ft3
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This generation of the BMW Z4 (E89) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 2009 - 2016. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Roadster. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 154 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline engine all the way to a 335 hp 3 L Inline 6 Bi-Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
BMW Z4 sDrive35is
(2010 - 2016)
...Drive35is

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Z4 is the BMW Z4 sDrive35is which scores 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 335 hp and a power/weight ratio of 10.54 lb/hp it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.8 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
BMW Z4 sDrive18i
(2013 - 2016)
...sDrive18i

If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW Z4 sDrive18i is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 502 miles and can store 10.9 cubic feet of cargo.

Euro NCAP Results

2015
★★★
Adult Occupant
69%
Child Occupant
61%
Pedestrian
91%
Safety Assist
46%
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