For seven years the Germans have collected 115 thousand copies of the model.
Latest BMW Z4, off the Assembly line was the Roadster in the top version — sDrive35is. This dvuhdverka equipped with three-liter twin-turbo “six”, developing 340 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a seven-step “robot” with two clutches. The Roadster is able to dial a “hundred” in 4.5 seconds, while its top speed is electronically limited to 250 kilometers per hour.
It is expected that the BMW Z4 will be left without a direct heir. In its place will come a model that BMW is developing with Toyota. According to preliminary data, the novelty of the Bavarian brand will receive the designation of Z5, and the platform of the sports car of Toyota will revive the Supra name.
The German and Japanese models differ from each other in design and engine lineup. The beginning of release of cars, which will establish the enterprise of the Austrian company Magna Steyer, planned for 2018.
