BMW Z4
The BMW Z4 is a good looking, fun-to-drive, all-weather convertible. The last version was criticised for its poor ride comfort, but BMW has sorted that out with the current model, and has also given the car a more spacious, comfortable two-seater cabin. The car's metal folding roof means it is quieter with the top up than ever before. The Z4's all-round appeal means it is easy to live with on a daily basis, but entry-level models are not that luxurious, and the small boot lacks practicality.
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- pros:
- Superb build quality
- Comfortable, even over long distances
- Strong petrol engine range
- cons:
- Expensive to buy
- Limited practicality, especially for luggage
- Not as fun to drive as some rivals
With the latest Z4, BMW has made its folding hard top convertible more comfortable and refined than ever before. That means it's less of a direct competitor for the Porsche Boxster and more of a rival to the Mercedes SLK. In other words, the Z4 is a good-looking car that's better suited to comfortable, top-down cruising than being an out-and-out sports car. It only has two seats, and boot space is limited because of the way in which the roof folds. This is not a car that should be bought for its practicality!
