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Used 2021 BMW Z4 Convertible Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2021 BMW Z4 is a rear-wheel-drive two-seat roadster that is available in two trim levels: sDrive30i and sDrive M40i. The sDrive30i is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine (255 horsepower, 295 lb-ft of torque). The sDrive M40i steps up to a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder (382 hp, 369 lb-ft). Both are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Feature highlights include:

sDrive30i
The four-cylinder sDrive30i starts you off with:

  • 18-inch alloy wheels with summer performance tires
  • LED headlights
  • Automatic wipers
  • Auto-dimming mirrors
  • Digital instrument panel
  • Push-button start
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Imitation leather upholstery

Standard tech features include:

  • Navigation system
  • 10.25-inch center touchscreen
  • 10-speaker audio system
  • Satellite radio
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (with wireless connectivity)
  • Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)

sDrive M40i
Besides the more powerful engine, the sDrive M40i adds:

  • Dynamic Handling package (detailed below)
  • Keyless entry
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Lumbar adjustment for front seats

As with most BMWs, the Z4 is available with a staggering number of packages and stand-alone options. These include:

  • Driving Assistance package
    • Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
    • Blind-spot monitoring (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
    • Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
    • Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)
  • Convenience package
    • Driving Assistance package
    • Keyless entry
    • Lumbar adjustment for front seats
  • Premium package
    • Convenience package
    • Heated front seats
    • Wireless charging pad
    • Wi-Fi hotspot
    • Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield)
  • Executive package
    • Premium package
    • Adaptive headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
    • Ambient lighting
    • Leather upholstery
    • 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio system
  • M Sport package
    • 18- or 19-inch wheels
    • Aerodynamic body kit
    • Sport suspension (adaptive suspension optional)
    • Sport steering wheel
  • Dynamic Handling package
    • M Sport package
    • Upgraded brakes
    • Sport differential
    • Adaptive suspension
  • 19-inch wheels
  • Remote engine start
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Ambient lighting
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Heated front seats
  • Wireless charging pad
  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the BMW and the car in front)

Which Z4 trim does Edmunds recommend?

You won't feel let down by the standard sDrive30i — it packs plenty of torque and quick acceleration. That said, the growl and thrust of the sDrive M40i's six-cylinder are intoxicating. If you can make the numbers work, the M40i will provide a more visceral sports car experience. On the options list, the Premium package stands out for its low price and wealth of added equipment.

Compare trims side-by-side

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Marshfield, WI
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Z4 sDrive30i
Z4 sDrive M40i
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sDrive30i
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
Parking assistance
optional
optional
Upholstery
leatherette
leatherette
Heated seats
optional
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
Not available
Not available
Sunroof
Not available
Not available
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
255 hp @ 5,000 rpm
382 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Engine torque
294 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
368 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
3.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 6
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
225/45R18 (FRONT) 255/40R18 (REAR)
255/40R18 (FRONT) 275/40R18 (REAR)
Wheel size
18 X 8.0-in (Front) 18 X 9.0-in (Rear)
18 X 9.0-in (Front) 18 X 10.0-in (Rear)
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
25 / 32 / 28 MPG
22 / 30 / 25 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.7 gal.
13.7 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
343 / 438 miles
301 / 411 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
N/A
N/A
Curb weight
3,287 lb.
3,457 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
79.7 in.
79.7 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
73.4 in.
73.4 in.
Height
51.4 in.
51.3 in.
Length
170.7 in.
170.7 in.
Wheelbase
97.2 in.
97.2 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
9.9 cu. ft.
9.9 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.9 in.
38.9 in.
Front Leg Room
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room
54.3 in.
54.3 in.
Rear Head Room
Rear Leg Room
Rear Shoulder Room
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$57,996
Not Available
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.77
Not Available
Depreciation
$14,866
Not Available
Financing
$5,487
Not Available
Taxes & Fees
$1,959
Not Available
Fuel
$11,440
Not Available
Insurance
$3,844
Not Available
Maintenance
$11,293
Not Available
Repairs
$9,107
Not Available
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Black Vernasca w/Oyster Contrast Stitching, leather
Ivory White Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching, leather
Magma Red Vernasca w/Black Contrast Stitching, leather
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Cognac Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching, leather
Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching, leather/alcantara
Black Vernasca w/Oyster Contrast Stitching, leather
Ivory White Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching, leather
Magma Red Vernasca w/Black Contrast Stitching, leather
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Cognac Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching, leather
Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching, leather/alcantara
Exterior
Black Sapphire Metallic
San Francisco Red Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Mediterranean Blue Metallic
Misano Blue Metallic
Alpine White
Black Sapphire Metallic
San Francisco Red Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Frozen Grey II Metallic
Misano Blue Metallic
Alpine White