2004 BMW Z4 Review
Fuel Economy
21 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
While it sacrifices some of its predecessor's sex appeal for the sake of a "flame surfaced" design, the Z4 is a more entertaining drive than the Z3 ever was.
Pros
Exhilarating driving dynamics, long list of standard safety features, refined drivetrains, excellent build quality.
Cons
Options are expensive, limited cargo space, controversial styling.
What's New for 2004
Rain-sensing windshield wipers are now standard equipment, while Sirius Satellite Radio is now an available accessory.
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Z4 Review
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 BMW Z4 2.5i 2dr Roadster (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
Review
This car is excellent in every way. I've had other roadsters, but this one is the best without exception. I think it will survive to become a valued collector car in a few years.
Favorite Features
Performance & style
Suggested Improvements
The cup holders are really stupid.
What a snow ride
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 BMW Z4 3.0i 2dr Roadster (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I had this 2004 Z4 3.0 for the last 4 years. Silver titanium. It is impressive, I love it very much. Drove it all year around in Detroit and Minneapolis. This car is great on snow with the right tires. It is fun to drive. I test drove the SL55 AMG as my next car possibly. Let me tell you, I have to think twice now. Z4 is even more than what we may think. It has been difficult to choose something else after you drive this car. Most likely it will be SL55 AMG though for me tough decision to move from the Z4 even after more than 4 years driving it all year around. Never drove a car for that long. Go get one don't even think twice about Z4. :)
Favorite Features
the small monster... hit the gas and it's unleashed instantly.
Suggested Improvements
a bit more horses will fit this car... or go get the Z4 M... hahaha
Fun and practicality in one package
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 BMW Z4 3.0i 2dr Roadster (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I bought this car as a CPO with 13,000 miles on it. I have not been disappointed at all. Living in Southern California, this car does it all for me, from running to the grocery store to taking it for a run in the mountains. This is not a weekend toy for me; I use it regularly. I drove this car cross-country and was pleasantly surprised by comfort level it gave me on a 6000 mile trip. Its performance is excellent; it sticks to a mountain road like glue even on wet/icy pavement. I have every option but the nav system; the power driver's seat definitely ups the comfort level. I definitely recommend the 6 speed manual; it's a pain sometimes in LA traffic, but worth it overall.
Favorite Features
Performance, decent trunk space for a roadster, great gas mileage (30+ hwy/25 city), ergonomics, highly reliable and trouble-free. Comfort level for me is good; I never get out of this car feeling tired after a long drive. At 5'8", this car fits me like a glove. Plenty of usable cabin storage.
Suggested Improvements
A higher front end, but problem solved with a nose mask to protect it. The cup holders are a bit flimsy, but functional. The handling comes at a price with the very low profile tires that come with the sport package providing a very firm ride that can be a bit uncomfortable on rough pavement.
Great Weekend Toy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 BMW Z4 3.0i 2dr Roadster (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Review
Great toy for the weekends. Never even a warranty item. Corners great. I have the SMG package which takes getting use to. Boxster S killer and Porsche owners always hate to loose! Drawbacks, cup holders are useless but necessary to have drinks in the Florida heat. This is a sports car and a bumpy sports car ride with stiff seats. Anything past a couple hours it hard on the butt.
Favorite Features
Corners like it is on rails, one of the best designs ever. Gets ferrari looks without the cost of a ferrari
Suggested Improvements
Give us a real radio, some cup holders that work and a little more cushion in the seats so we can drive it more than 2 hours.
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As good as it gets
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 BMW Z4 3.0i 2dr Roadster (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Review
What a fantasic roadster, much better than the Z3, test drove the TT and Boxster. It's simply better than anything in its class.
Favorite Features
Looks, handling, power, style, handles everything in grace. Electric top, rare beauty, and so much more.
Suggested Improvements
Cup holders.
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