Thursday, September 17, 2015

Car Profiles - BMW Z4

BMW Z4

Shouldering for nearly five years without any changes, the Z4 gets a 3.0 engine with lots of gadgetry and a metal folding roof. However, the P6M price for a sole variant leaves to be desired, with the SLK Class can be had for less (with the same equipment).

The Good: Has the thrill and looks
The Bad: Very pricey and very impractical with hood down

Price Range: P6,000,000
Our Rating: ****



OWNERSHIP DETAILSsDrive 30i
PriceP6,000,000
Warranty2 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
EngineN52B30 3.0 DOHC 24V I6
Horsepower255hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque310Nm @ 2,600rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/95 Octane
Fuel SystemValvetronic Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity55 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,239mm
Width1,790mm
Height1,291mm
Wheelbase2,496mm
Curb Weight1,490kg
Body Style2 Door Coupe/Convertible
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating2
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti Link
Front BrakesVented Disc
Rear BrakesVented Disc
Tires225/45 R17
Wheels17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags4
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, Corner Brake Control, Dynamic Brake Control, Dry Braking Assistance, Fading Compensation Assistance
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Dynamic Traction Control, Dynamic Stability Control
Other Safety FeaturesRear Parking Sensors
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFront and Rear
Other Exterior FeaturesAutomatic HID Headlamps, Rain Sensing Wipers, Rear LED Tail lamps and Signal Lights
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel MaterialLeather
Seating AdjustmentPower, Driver
Seating MaterialLeather
Other Interior FeaturesAluminum and Black Piano Accents
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering (Electric), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors, Folding Metal Top
Climate ControlAutomatic, Dual
Audio SystemiDrive with AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX
Speakers8
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, Audio, Paddle Shifters, and Cruise Control
AlarmYes
Keyless EntryYes
RIVALSMercedes Benz SLK Class, Porsche Boxster

See previous generation models of the Z4:
BMW Z4 Convertible (2003-2009)/Coupe (2006-2009)