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BMW Z4 E85

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BMW Z4 E85 is a subcompact convertible sports car in production from 2002 to 2006, whereupon it received a facelift. It was available with a range of inline-6 engines that displaced 2.2 to 3.0 liters.

Compared to the Z3 that preceded it, the E85 Z4 has a longer hood and thereby one of the most iconic designs for cars of its class in modern times. The exaggerated hood gives the car a very well balanced weight distribution. The M54 engine is also rather reliable.

The ZF 5HP automatic transmission is horrifying in terms of reliability, though the Z4 is usually purchased with manual transmission.

Two issues with the Z4 in pre-LCI guise include the top motor, which can be damaged by water, and the electric power steering mechanism, which has a nylon gear that swells overtime and seizes the steering column on its own.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 78%

Pros

Beautiful, unforgettable styling
Quite roomy inside
Great M54 inline-6 engine
Small turning circle

Cons

Horrible ZF 5HP automatic transmission
Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front
Power steering problems

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Variants shown:

2.2i

2.2i AT

2.5i

2.5i AT

3.0i

3.0i AT

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