A Sneak Preview of the 2010 BMW Z4 Roadster

The Summer just can't get here quick enough! With the release of the 2010 BMW Z4 Roadtster expected to be in May or the early part of summer, we're waiting for the chance to drop the top down and cruise by the coast on a hot, sunny day...

The Z4 has been thoroughly redesigned, and includes a power retractable two-piece aluminum roof — a first for the Z4. A fixed-roof coupe will no longer be produced. The new Z4 will be offered in sDrive30i and sDrive35i guise, mirroring the powertrains used in the automaker’s 3-Series range. The new BMW Z4 is offered with the choice of two inline-6 engines displacing 3.0 liters. The engine in the sDrive30i develops maximum output of 255 horsepower from 3.0 liters capacity at an engine speed of 6,600 rpm. The more powerful twin-turbo sDrive35i has a maximum output of 300 horsepower, arriving at 5,800 rpm. The sprint to 60 mph takes just 5.0 seconds. Both models are available with a manual six-speed gearbox. The Z4 sDrive35i is also available with a dual-clutch automated transmission featuring seven gears. A six-speed sport automatic is available on the Z4 sDrive30i. Both the automatic and the dual-clutch transmissions feature steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.

With the exterior sporting a more sleek and elegant look, the car also takes some inspiration from the BMW Z8’s elongated profile. The new 7-Series’ front face is also evident, as are 6-Series-inspired taillights. The new interior is more visually pleasing, and includes a host of comfort and usability improvements. BMW’s latest automatic gearshift is present, and iDrive is available for the first time in a Z4. The system is built around an 8.8-inch LCD screen which folds into the dash when not used, and features a 1280 x 480 pixel resolution and 80GB hard drive, with up to 15GB of music storage. A 650-watt 14-speaker sound system rounds out the list of high-tech features. The car comes with Kansas leather in a choice of three colors, plus optional Ivory White Nappa leather trim as part of the Exclusive Ivory White Leather Package, and a choice of 9 exterior color tones.

Stay tuned in to Weatherford BMW for more information and details as we get closer to the 2010 BMW Z4's release date... coming just in time for you to get all the attention this Summer!