What Is the 2021 BMW Z4?
The BMW Z4 is a two-seat soft-top sports car that comes with rear-wheel drive and a choice of two engines: a 255-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 382-hp, turbo 3.0-liter inline-six. Both engines work with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The current Z4 debuted as a 2019 model and is the result of a collaboration between BMW and Toyota; for its part, the Japanese automaker launched a new version of its famed Supra. Z4 competitors include the Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class and Audi TT.
What’s New on the 2021 BMW Z4?
Android Auto smartphone compatibility is now standard, along with a one-year subscription to SiriusXM with 360L satellite radio.
What Features in the 2021 BMW Z4 Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 18-inch wheels
- Black soft-top with heated glass rear window
- Digital instrument panel
- 10.25-inch touchscreen multimedia system with navigation
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Forward collision warning with city collision mitigation
Available features include:
- Heated seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Adaptive suspension
- Head-up display
- Wireless device charging
- Harman Kardon stereo
- Lane departure warning
- Blind spot warning
Should I Buy the 2021 BMW Z4?
The Z4 is a balanced sports car, and the M40i version offers strong acceleration and a rousing exhaust note. The steering could use more feedback, however, and some purists will bemoan the lack of a manual transmission.
