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BMW Z4 sDrive35is

BY Burnpavement

Combining classic proportions with modern sportiness, the new BMW Z4 has reached the top of its market segment almost overnight.

Entering a new dimension in driving dynamics, the new Z4 offers an even higher standard of performance ensured by the modified straight-six power unit with BMW Twin Turbo Technology and High Precision Injection, and also by BMW’s seven-speed Sport Automatic with double clutch operation as well as the M Sports Package including the adaptive M Suspension likewise featured as standard.

With appropriate optimization in engine technology, the maximum output of the 3.0-litre power unit is increased to 340 hp with peak torque at 450 Nm, increasing briefly with the Overboost function to 500 Nm. The outstanding power and performance of the BMW Z4 sDrive35is is expressed in particular by the significant increase in pulling power and muscle to be clearly experienced in all situations, accelerating from a standstill to 100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds.

The BMW Z4 sDrive35is comes with a choice of six paintwork colours. In addition to Alpine White and the metallic colours Titanium Silver, Sapphire Black, Space Grey and Deep Sea Blue, the Z4 Roadster is now available for the first time in Melbourne Red metallic.

Regardless of the colour chosen, the exterior mirror caps on the BMW Z4 sDrive35is always come in Oxide Silver. Another optical feature on the top model, finally, is the 'sDrive35is' model designation on the front side panels. The BMW Z4 sDrive35is will be introduced at Performance Motors Limited showrooms from end July 2010.