2014 BMW Z4 Roadster E89
The 2014 BMW Z4 Roadster E89 will be refreshed for the 2014 model year and this car will be shown at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show. The E89 Z4 was launched in 2009 and this will be its first face lift. The changes for the United States version are minor with restyling of the headlights, front and rear fascias and fender vents.
2014 BMW Z4 Roadster
The European version of this car gains a new base model called the sDrive18i which uses a de-tuned 156 horsepower version of the 2.0-liter twin-turbocharged four-cylinder found in the sDrive28i. In the sDrive28i this engine produces 240 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque so it makes me wonder what was done to bring the power down and if it would be easy to recover it with an ecu tune.
2014 BMW Z4 Roadster
This new 2014 BMW Z4 Roadster E89 entry level European model can be ordered with a six-speed manual or an optional eight-speed automatic. A total of 11 external paint finishes are available for this new model. The interior has received some new touch ups as well. The range of light weight alloy wheels has a new 18-inch wheel option with a V-Spoke design.
2014 BMW Z4 Roadster
This E89 Z4 is still relatively fresh and when it was released it had a lot of improvements over the out going E85 Z4 model. I always liked the shape of this generation of BMW’s entry level roadster, and the integrated hard top convertible is a nice feature. The 2014 BMW Z4 Roadster E89 is a direct competitor to the Mercedes-Benz SLK and the Porsche Boxster.
2014 BMW Z4 Roadster
The success of the modern BMW roadster is the result of the consistent development of the concept car , which is influenced by authentic design and dynamic characteristics of the new 2014 BMW Z4 Roadster E89. The long bonnet , long wheelbase , the low window line . Direct control allows the driver to accurately dose the power and precision . It provides a feeling of a roadster -style BMW.
2014 BMW Z4 Roadster
The 2014 BMW Z4 Roadster E89 retractable hardtop fits into a harmonious body shape . In the closed state it forms a smooth roof. Large glazed surfaces optimized observation and a sense of spaciousness in the interior. Discrete black rack emphasize low silhouette of the new BMW Z4, especially with the roof open . The retractable hardtop is opened by pressing the button at a speed of 40 km / h , a fully automatic process takes 19 seconds.
2014 BMW Z4 Roadster
In a typical image of the brand front is dominated by the distinctive dual round headlights and a wide grille in the interpretation of the roadster . The 2014 BMW Z4 Roadster E89 standard bi -xenon headlights of the new BMW Z4 is very low and reach the front wings . In addition , a lamp shaped three-dimensional, highlighting the modern technology of xenon . The upper edge of the double headlights illuminated focus LED strip with a metal strip that says BMW.
2014 BMW Z4 Roadster
The new 2014 BMW Z4 Roadster E89 is available 11 exterior colors , including new options Mineralgrey - metallic gray and silver metallic and Valencia orange metallic , exclusively available with optional equipment Design Pure Traction. Inside, it stands out thanks to the spectacular color contrast between the black and orange. Specific trim on the doors of Alcantara , and the lower part of the dashboard orange. Black leather seats with contrasting stitching color Valencia Orange. Additional trim on the doors and the bottom panel can also be black ..
2014 BMW Z4 Roadster
Serial innovations include interior trim High Gloss around the central air flow control and a folding screen IDrive, which comes in conjunction with the optional navigation system Professional. New options have additional drives. There are newer model with V- shape and the size of the spokes 17 and 18 inches. They are combined with different size tires front and rear. The 2014 BMW Z4 Roadster E89 active nature of the Roadster stressed particularly intense and extra package M Sport. It includes a sport suspension , 18-inch alloy wheels and M aerodynamic package with large air intakes in the front bumper and a black insert for the rear bumper. Introduced to the market a new BMW Z4 will be available with a rich line of engines, which now includes five gasoline engines - three four-cylinder and two six-cylinder engines , equipped with the technology BMW TwinPower. All variants of the new BMW Z4 series meet the requirements of the entry into force of the 2014 emission standards EU6.
2014 BMW Z4 Roadster
The new base model will include the 2014 BMW Z4 Roadster E89 sDrive18i. It is powered by two -liter engine technology BMW TwinPower Turbo, has a maximum capacity of 115. kVt/156 hp at 5000 rev / min. The new version of the four -cylinder unit develops a maximum torque of 240 Nm between 1,250 and 4,400 rev / min. The new BMW Z4 sDrive18i is equipped with a standard six-speed manual transmission and optional - an eight-speed automatic transmission. The new model accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 7.9 seconds ( automatic transmission : 8.1 seconds ) . Its maximum speed is 220 km / h Average fuel consumption BMW Z4 sDrive18i with a manual gearbox or automatic transmission is 6.8 liters / 100 km . CO2 emissions are 159 g / km.
2014 BMW Z4 Roadster
Package BMW TwinPower Turbo technology of the new BMW Z4 Drive18i includes working on the principle of Twin Scroll turbocharger , direct gasoline injection High Precision Injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve chamber and a double VANOS. Technology packages are identical to the two -liter engine model BMW Z4 sDrive20i and BMW Z4 sDrive28i. And with them as an alternative to the six-speed sequential manual gearbox is offered in addition the eight -speed sports automatic transmission with shift paddles on the steering wheel. The new BMW Z4 will provide typical for this model is fun to drive and meets all sporting claims and demands for comfort. The new BMW Z4 will be launched on the European market in March 2013.