Several pictures of 2019 BMW Z4 surfaced over the
weekend and now we’re getting our first detailed glimpse at the upcoming model. Shown here in M40i guise, the
model closely resembles the concept as it features a sporty front fascia and
sweptback headlights. The car has also been equipped with front fender vents, a
long hood and a rakish windscreen. We can also see two roll bar hoops and
five-spoke wheels that are backed up by a high-performance braking system with
blue calipers.
The sporty styling continues at the rear as the Z4
M40i has a ventilated rear bumper and a relatively short trunk with an
integrated spoiler. Other notable styling features include slender taillights,
a dual exhaust system and a rear diffuser with metallic accents.
The biggest reveal is the interior which is sporty
and high-tech. Drivers sit behind a three-spoke steering wheel and face a
digital instrument cluster which is similar to the one used on the 8-Series
Coupe. The center stack is topped by an iDrive infotainment system which is
framed by metallic trim. Further below, we can see slender air vents with
metallic surrounds.
The center console appears to be relatively slim and
it features a retractable panel that reveals a wireless smartphone charger, a
small storage area and a USB port. The pictures also show the Z4’s shifter,
iDrive controller and a glimpse of the stainless steel pedals.
The 2019 BMW Z4 will be offered with an assortment
of different engines and BMW has already confirmed the M40i variant will have a
new six-cylinder that is “extremely powerful.” That isn’t much to go on, but
the car is expected to use a twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six that develops
around 385 PS.
While performance specifications remain unconfirmed,
BMW has already said the car will have a locking rear differential and a
lowered sports suspension with electronically controlled dampers. BMW will unveil the Z4 on August
23rd, so stay tuned for full details.
