Thursday, November 6, 2008

BMW..its all about class






BMW Z4:The BMW Z4 is a 2-door, rear wheel drive sports car. Production started in 2003, and thus replaced the BMW Z3. The design addresses many criticisms of the Z3; the Z4 is larger, more powerful, and has a significantly stiffer chassis. It is built in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Initially, the Z4 was available only as a roadster, but in 2006 the coupé version was officially launched.
Recent Changes:
For 2008, the Z4 recieves two new trim packages: the "Sport" package and the "Exclusive" package. The model also recieves BMW's trademark EfficientDynamics fuel-saving technology.
Styles And Major Options:
The 2007 Z4 comes in two trims, the 3.0i and 3.0si. Both are rear wheel drive vehicles operated by a 6-speed manual transmission w/OD, but while the 3.0i is powered by a 3.0L 215hp I-6 engine, the 3.0si utilizes a 3.0L 255hp I-6 engine. In addition, both coupe and roadster versions are available. A list of the standard safety features can be found below in the Safety section. Other standout features on the Z4 include:
3.0i

Stainless steel exhaust
17" silver alloy wheels
6-way front sports seats
Leatherette seating and door trim
Metal-look dashboard insert
Leather/metal-look steering wheel and shift knob
Manual convertible roof (roadster model)
Manual front air conditioning
10-speaker AM/FM/MP3/CD audio system
Cruise Control
Heated front wiper jets

3.0si

Adds to or replaces 3.0i features with:
Leather seating and door trim
Aluminum dashboard insert
Front reading lights
Automatic air conditioning
10-speaker THX certified Carver AM/FM/MP3/CD audio system
Systems monitor and trip computer
Price range:
Its price ranges from 33,000$ to 39,000$ depending upon the features of its different make.
Safety:
In safety tests carried out by the NHTSA, the 2007 Z4 performed relatively well. Its side-impact crash test received a 3-Star rating, but it scored 4-Star ratings for both driver and passenger side front-impact crash tests, and tests for rollover earned it a 5-Star rating. Standard safety features on the Z4 include:


ABS and driveline traction control
Dynamic stability control
Front and rear anti-roll bars
Four wheel anti-lock brakes
Driver/passenger front-impact airbags
Driver/passenger door mounted side-impact airbags
Driver/passenger knee airbags
Side impact bars
Ignition disable

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