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Used 2023 BMW Z4 Convertible Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2023 BMW Z4 is a rear-wheel-drive two-seat roadster that is available in two trim levels: sDrive30i and M40i. The sDrive30i is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 255 horsepower and 294 lb-ft of torque. The M40i comes equipped with a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder with 382 hp and 368 lb-ft. An eight-speed automatic is the only transmission choice.

Feature highlights include:

sDrive30i
The four-cylinder sDrive30i comes standard with:

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

Standard tech features include:

  • Navigation system
  • 10.25-inch 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)

M40i
The M40i adds the more powerful engine and:

  • Dynamic Handling package (detailed below)
  • Keyless entry
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Heated front seats
  • 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 warning (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)
    • Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Convenience package
    • Keyless entry
    • Lumbar adjustment for front seats
  • Premium 2 package (sDrive30i)
    • Convenience package
    • Heated front seats
    • Remote engine start
    • Ambient lighting
    • Adaptive LED headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
    • Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)
  • Premium package (M40i only)
    • Remote engine start
    • Ambient lighting
    • Adaptive LED headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
    • Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)
    • Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield)
  • Dynamic Handling package (sDrive30i only)
    • M Sport package
    • Upgraded brakes
    • Sport differential
    • Adaptive suspension
  • 19-inch wheels
  • Leather upholstery
  • 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio system
  • Remote engine start
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Ambient lighting
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Heated front seats
  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the BMW and the car in front)

Which Z4 trim does Edmunds recommend?

The Z4 hasn't changed significantly from last year, so we still recommend the M40i. The top model packs a more powerful engine and an upgraded rear differential and brakes, making it a more well-rounded performer.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Fredericksburg, VA
Vehicle
Z4 sDrive30i
Z4 M40i
Vehicle
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
Not Available
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 @ 5,000 rpm
Engine torque
295 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
369 lb-ft @ 1,600 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 / 33 / 28 MPG
23 / 31 / 26 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.7 gal.
13.7 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
343 / 452 miles
315 / 425 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
N/A
N/A
Curb weight
3,314 lb.
3,543 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®
$56,640
Not Available
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.76
Not Available
Depreciation
$16,158
Not Available
Financing
$7,386
Not Available
Taxes & Fees
$1,725
Not Available
Fuel
$11,325
Not Available
Insurance
$5,139
Not Available
Maintenance
$8,440
Not Available
Repairs
$6,467
Not Available
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Ivory White Vernasca, leather
Black Vernasca, leather
Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching, leather/alcantara
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Magma Red Vernasca, leather
Cognac Vernasca, leather
Ivory White Vernasca, leather
Black Vernasca, leather
Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching, leather/alcantara
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Magma Red Vernasca, leather
Cognac Vernasca, leather
Exterior
Thundernight Metallic
Frozen Grey II Metallic
San Francisco Red Metallic
Skyscraper Grey Metallic
Portimao Blue Metallic
Alpine White
Black Sapphire Metallic
Thundernight Metallic
San Francisco Red Metallic
Skyscraper Grey Metallic
Portimao Blue Metallic
Alpine White
Black Sapphire Metallic