Those hoping and dreaming of driving an M version of BMW's new roadster the Z4, will for sure be dissapointed. Accordign to IMotor mag there will be no M version of the hot and new redesigned BMW Z4 roadster.
Just how sporty will the new Z4 get then? Imotor says that BMW is planning an M sport versions which means the same great aerodynamics and look of an M car , minus the thirsty V8. There is also talk of an upgraded ECU for the Z4 which could mean a boost up to 326 hp (just as the new 3 Series has receieved).
To quote the BMW representative exactly:
"Given the current economic crisis there is no business case for a full-on M version of the Z4."
Would the scenario be different say a year ago or two ago? Most likely... Guess you will just have to settle for the note to sixty of the Z4 and the M-sport package.
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