2005 BMW Z4: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $34,300 -$41,300
- Invoice: $31,395 -$37,765
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2005 BMW Z4. See if the 2005 BMW Z4 is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2005 BMW Z4 |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | 2.5i |
| Arrival Date: | 09/12/2005 |
| Engine: | dohc I6 |
| Bodystyle | 2-door convertible |
| Transmission: | 5-speed manual |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 34,300 |
| Price as Tested: | 43,195 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 4353 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 4994 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 641 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 29.804 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 21.51 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
Titanium Silver Metallic, Black Leather, Premium Package (fully automatic power soft top, power seats w/driver memory, auto dimming interior/exterior mirrors, storage package, automatic climate control, on-board computer, BMW Assist system and services), Sport Package (17-inch alloy wheels, sport suspension, sport button), Multi-function steering wheel, Heated Front Seats, Foglights, Xenon Headlights, Cruise Control, Premium Sound System w/DSP
From the Back Seat
Chuck Giametta
Optioned to around $43,000, a Z4 2.6i outfitted with the Sport Package, leather upholstery, and a few other non-essential amenities is not the best value in a 2-seat BMW. But a 2.5i with, say, just heated seats and power top, would list for under $36,000. Discounts might get it down to $32,000 or so. Still a lot of money for a toy, but this is a car that can be used year round, and rewards with solid construction and materials, serious engineering, sweet moves and good resale value. The styling is polarizing, but the dead-on rear view is the only perspective that's anything less than pleasing. Overall, it's an interesting, exotic design.
Jamie Putnam
The base 2.5-liter is spirited and fun. The base MSRP was around $34,000 for this car, but a long list of frivolous options brought the price well over $43,000. That is double the price of a Miata -- making this Z4 a not-so-good per dollar value. But the Z4 is more refined, and has impeccable handling. A justified recommended for someone with a disposable income.
Mark Bilek
The Z4 is an absolute blast to drive and looks like no other car on the road. It can be used as a daily driver in warmer climates and would be a wonderful "weekend car." However, BMW needs a better handle on pricing. Our tester cost more than $43,000. I'd prefer a base model with limited options at about $36,000. Still, that's a lot of money when you consider that the Miata and Solstice can be had for about $25,000.
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