BMW Z4

The BMW Z4 exists for a simple, joyful reason: the thrill of open-top driving. It's not a family car, it's not practical, and it makes no apology for either. It's a pure roadster, built around a fabric soft top, two seats and a wonderful engine. For buyers who want a stylish, engaging weekend car with genuine performance and prestige, few things deliver the same feel-good factor.

BMW Z4 price in India ranges from ₹87.90 lakh to ₹95.20 lakh ex-showroom, brought in as a fully imported (CBU) model. Following a GST-driven price cut in late 2025, the Z4 became up to ₹5 lakh more affordable than before, welcome news in this premium convertible segment. It rivals the Porsche Boxster, Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet and the electric MG Cyberster.

The star is the engine. The Z4 M40i uses a 3.0-litre twin-turbo inline-six producing 340 PS and 500 Nm, driving the rear wheels through either an 8-speed automatic or, in the Pure Impulse Manual, a bespoke 6-speed manual gearbox developed specifically for this car. It's an intoxicating combination — smooth, powerful, characterful, and increasingly rare.

Note for enthusiasts: BMW has flagged a Z4 Final Edition internationally, marking the end of this generation's production — which makes the current car something of a future collector's item, especially in manual form.

Best for: Enthusiasts and driving purists · Open-top weekend driving · Collectors (manual/Final Edition) · Buyers wanting a stylish second car · Those who value character over practicality

The Z4 nails the roadster brief: a glorious inline-six, open-top thrills, rear-wheel-drive engagement, a rare manual option and BMW luxury. What you accept in return is a strict two-seat layout, a small 281-litre boot, high CBU-import running costs, low ground clearance and modest fuel economy — none of which matter to the buyers this car is made for.

Which BMW Z4 Variant Should You Buy?

• Z4 M40i (Automatic) - The headline BMW Z4 price and the accessible entry to the range. The 8-speed Steptronic is quick, smooth and easy in traffic, with the full 340 PS inline-six experience. The sensible choice for most.
• M40i Pure Impulse (AT) - Adds bolder styling, launch control, adaptive M suspension, the M Sport differential and premium trim — the fully loaded automatic for those who want the complete package.
• M40i Pure Impulse (6MT) - The enthusiast's Z4 is the same inline-six with a proper 6-speed manual gearbox. It costs a premium and isn't quicker, but if rowing your own gears is the whole point of a roadster, this is the one to have. A future collector's piece.

Enthusiast's pick: Z4 M40i Pure Impulse 6-speed Manual

Engine, Performance and Top Speed

The BMW Z4 is powered by a 2998cc, 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six petrol engine producing 340 PS and 500 Nm — one of the finest six-cylinder units BMW makes. It drives the rear wheels through an 8-speed Steptronic Sport automatic, or, in the Pure Impulse Manual, a 6-speed manual developed exclusively for the Z4 M40i with M-specific components.

On the road, this is a genuinely engaging car. The engine delivers immediate throttle response, a pleasing exhaust note and strong, linear power all the way through the rev range. It hits 100 kmph in just 4.5 seconds and reaches an electronically limited BMW Z4 top speed of 250 kmph. The rear-wheel-drive balance, adaptive M suspension and M Sport differential (on Pure Impulse) make it sharp and rewarding through corners, while the electric fabric roof folds in around 10 seconds at speeds up to 50 kmph — so you can drop the top without even stopping.

The manual gearbox transforms the experience for purists, adding that direct, mechanical connection that so few new cars still offer. The BMW Z4 mileage is a claimed 12.09 kmpl — but efficiency was never the point of a 340 PS roadster.

Interior, Features and Colours

The BMW Z4 interior is a driver-focused, two-seat cockpit trimmed in premium Vernasca leather with high-quality materials throughout. It features BMW's Live Cockpit Professional with a 10.25-inch touchscreen and digital driver's display, the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, twin-zone climate control, wireless charging, electrically adjustable seats with driver memory, and an optional Harman Kardon sound system and head-up display. The Pure Impulse Manual even gets exclusive Cognac Vernasca leather with black M piping.

It's a snug, intimate cabin that wraps around driver and passenger — exactly as a roadster should. Everything is angled towards the driver, reinforcing the car's focus on the experience of driving.

BMW Z4 colours (7 options): Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, M Portimao Blue Metallic, San Francisco Red Metallic, Skyscraper Grey Metallic, Thundernight Metallic and Sanremo Green Metallic, with BMW Individual Frozen finishes also available. The red (San Francisco Red) and Thundernight are the standout signature roadster shades, while Alpine White and Black Sapphire stay the classic choices.

BMW Z4 Safety

The Z4 comes well-equipped on safety for a roadster: multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, dynamic stability control, traction control, brake assist, hill-descent assist, blind-spot monitoring, a rear-view camera and optional parking assist and ADAS suite. Its rigid structure and rollover protection are engineered specifically for open-top safety. As a low-volume CBU sports car, it relies on BMW's engineering and electronic aids rather than a separate India crash rating.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Glorious 340 PS twin-turbo inline-six
• Rare 6-speed manual option for purists
• Quick electric fabric roof (10 seconds, up to 50 kmph)
• Sharp rear-wheel-drive roadster handling
• Premium, driver-focused two-seat cabin
• Future collector appeal (Final Edition)

Cons

• Strict two-seater with a small 281-litre boot
• High CBU-import price and running costs
• Modest ~12 kmpl fuel economy
• Low ground clearance needs care on speed breakers
• Limited practicality for daily use
• Single engine (M40i) only, no cheaper option

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