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2019 BMW Z4 Arrives In Style, Can Hit 60 MPH In 4.4 Seconds
After an interminable wait, countless spy photos, and a bevy of rumors, the 2019 BMW Z4 is finally here for an unveiling at Pebble Beach. Specifically, this is the inline-six-powered M40i trim in First Edition specification. Despite the name, this model won't actually arrive in showrooms first. The Z4 30i will go on sale in spring 2019, and the hotter M40i won't hit dealers until the second quarter of the year.
The M40i trim features a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine that pushes the roadster to 60 miles per hour (96 kilometers per hour) in an estimated 4.4 seconds. BMW's U.S-spec press release doesn't detail the Z4's power, but European models produce 335 horsepower (250 kilowatts). Due to the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure emissions test, it's possible the American version could be more powerful. In addition to the potent powerplant, the First Edition comes with adaptive dampers, M Sport brakes, and an electronically controlled rear differential.
Thankfully, the production Z4 actually looks better than in some of the leaked photos, and the First Edition comes in a Frozen Orange Metallic exterior. A complex front fascia incorporates a mix of mesh grilles and inlets for a sporty aesthetic. The brand's iconic kidneys stretch across the nose, and stacked headlights lend a new style to the company's vehicles. To lend a more eye-catching appearance to the hood, there is a pair of creased sections on each side.
In profile, gills behind the front wheels pull hot air away from the brakes. Unlike the current Z4, the new one switches to a soft top. Black 19-inch wheels have five pairs of dual spokes. A very short rear deck incorporates a ducktail spoiler into the tip of the trunk. The back features a pair of trapezoidal exhaust outlets.
Inside, the Z4 goes high tech with a head-up display, digital instrument panel, wide infotainment monitor, and tiny screen for the HVAC readout. The center console features buttons to alter the driving mode, gearshift, and rotary dial to control the infotainment system. A Harman Kardon Surround Sound stereo lets folks enjoy their music while enjoying top-down motoring.