BMW Z4 M40i LCI // REVIEW on Autobahn

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[@Enhanced94]

I've owned one for 7 months now, I'm that kind of guy who constantly rethinks his choices but every single time I go for a drive with the roof down, it will put a smile on my face and it makes me think: "yes, this was the right choice". A car that is enjoyable at low speeds too, on top of performance, with the sense of freedom and joy that only a convertible can give you.

[@neolepic]

Yeah that’s the point of roadsters

[@eljayromero7465]

Im just like you, ive purchased a z4 m40i at a car expo recently on a whim. Went there thinking i was just gonna look around this years line of cars of many car brands with no intention to buy anything. Itll be delivered end of this month, but im constantly thinking if i made the right choice.. but all the reviews online have all been positive about this car so thats a relieve.. im excited for it

[@PeteSQ]

I own a Z4 M40i. This car is so underrated. There are so many positive reviews out recently for the LCI model, despite the fact it is almost identical to the previous version. I think people need to try one and understand it as an ownership proposition rather than a track toy. It is fast, fun, and fabulously good looking. But the boot is good, it is fine around town, you can park it easily, but if you want drama it can deliver that too. It is an all round great roadster. I love mine !

[@chuckcribbs3398]

What the heck does "LCI" stand for? It's not called that in the US.

[@PeteSQ]

@@chuckcribbs3398 Lifecycle Impulse, basically a refresh of the car. So the 2024 model received an LCI update which was pretty much limited to some cosmetic changes to the front bumper. Some LCI updates can be more substantial but I guess the Z4 is such a low volume car they don't really invest in it. It's pretty spot on anyway 🙂

[@ecarnomics]

How reliable is it so far? Seriously considering it after my miata. Wanted a boxster but they are really expensive to buy and maintain

[@PeteSQ]

@@ecarnomics Mine has been very reliable so far. Reading various Z4 G29 forums doesn't show up any major recuring issues. The drive train itself is super-reliable and in many different BMW models. As for maintenance it has been quite reasonable. In UK prices a minor service is £250, a major one £550. Tyres are £250-£270 each. I had a new battery for £340. Annual comprehensive warranty is under £400, and should the worst happen a complete hood replacement including parts and labour is £3000.

[@Tortelli-NL]

My parents own a Z4 M40i (as a 2020 model year car), very nice “gt like” roadster. Used it for a holiday to Austria a couple of years ago, great car for this purpose. Compared to my 991.2 the suspension setup is a little to comfortable but this car is very underrated in my opinion. Value for money in this category!

[@tobi2375-y1u]

only 911 you own is in forza

[@F90-s7q]

@@tobi2375-y1u 🤣

[@chuckcribbs3398]

382 HP (U.S.) is a GT car? It will do less than 8 minutes around the Nordschleife.

[@dd-di3mz]

This car will still look good in 10 years.

[@xIcarus227]

8:20 the car is likely quieter than before because in 2022 the 2nd stage of EU noise regs were introduced. There's another step coming in 2026. I own a pre-2022 model and even that one sounded very muffled and sad. This car just _begs_ to have its OPF removed, it sounds incredible without it. Best upgrade I've ever done.

[@Geneticx77]

Correct... I immediately noticed this M40i is more quiet. I have an OPF delete on my z4 g29 30i... sound improved but also some drone on low rpm. Probably because the resonator is also removed.

[@xIcarus227]

@@Geneticx77 well pointed out, I noticed the exact same thing. There's a drone at 1900RPM which is noticeable under decent throttle. Thankfully the car doesn't really hang around that rev number in comfort mode, so it's not really a bother as far as I'm concerned. I believe the OPF itself acted as a resonator of sort as I didn't see any actual resonator inside the pipe, just the white filter. Regardless, it was a great upgrade in my opinion. Wish I'd have done it sooner. I'm assuming you feel the same.

[@Largeone1968]

First I fitted a 200 cell sports cat then I removed the OPF on my 2019 M40i. It was simply too loud so I had a straight through resonator made and fitted. Next mod was a remote valve controller which made me realise that the valves were almost always open so maybe the OPF bypass would have been ok. I now have a Remus quad tip exhaust and it’s even better. I’m still experimenting as to the perfect sound so i will try a decat.

[@ed.83997]

serious question for all z4 drivers!! How much space does the front passenger have if the seat is pushed all the way back to the stop? I booked the z4 m40 for my wedding and hope that my bride and her dress will fit in... if necessary, I'll strap her to the roof😜

[@xIcarus227]

@@ed.83997 my wife had no issue fitting in with her wedding dress and the chair wasn't all the way back. The passenger chair also goes ridiculously low in case she's abnormally tall (much more than the driver seat for some reason). So unless her dress is huge I don't think you'll have any issues, it's a well-sized roadster much bigger than the Miata. Oh, and happy marriage!

[@RulalLP]

Cant wait until you test the manual version

[@gaara4667]

It’s the same car regardless🤷🏿‍♂️ Plus people say BMWs modern manual transmissions aren’t good compared to the automatics so I don’t get the excitement over it🤔

[@bvedant]

As nice as it is to have a manual option the auto will be faster for autobahn blaahsts

[@RulalLP]

@@gaara4667 wtf?

[@gaara4667]

@@RulalLP yes? Can I help you?

[@hamiltonborah2021]

Like you can afford it.😂

[@RstewDstew]

You guys should ask Manhart if you can drive their Z4 M40i.. Shmee drove it.. the exhaust noise on that example is epic!!! I love mine, its a fabulous car, and turns heads everywhere it goes. Plenty of untapped ponies in the B58, they just need releasing. 👌

[@Unhygienic_curry]

I can't wait to own one, this year I'm getting into med school after that i will try to buy one

[@tgregorywoodley3871]

I really liked that he showed mph along with kph on the speedometer. He is also the first one that I have seen drive this car well over 100mph

[@youngwave_360]

why is the z4 so rare, every body goes for G80's while the z4 is been seen missed and it's such a cute car

[@inflatable2]

Because most people are boring.. They go for the "safe" sedan/coupe or practical comfort SUV option.. Same reason why most cars have boring colours like white/black/gray..

[@youngwave_360]

@@inflatable2 probably yeah

[@alexanderdanielsson6049]

its harder to sell and so on, it does attract a very little market so i get why people wont buy it

[@Errost5]

Because 2 seater, convertible, expensive (for a 340hp 2 seater as convertible). i mean a g80 is a complete other car and is perfectly able to do daily stuff.

[@Sturmovik1946]

For me the convertible part kills it, so maybe that kills it for others too. It gives it a soft impression.

[@Davidecrive]

I thought it was the manual version. Can’t wait a review of it

[@bdg88]

I own a 2022 M40i and it definitely needs some kind of flip-up spoiler on top of the windshield when the roof is down. Too much wind and wind noise inside the car above ~100km/h. I also swapped the wind deflector in the back with a glass one so you can actually see something at night.

[@GeorgeT370]

The looks make up for soooo much....the design is just wow....

[@stephanforseilles]

I owned a s30i and now a M40i, it's a very underrated car. Unfortunately, that's the type of car that's bound to disappear, i don't think BMW will keep making Z4s after that model. We should enjoy those while we can (especially in Europe).

[@bodzio0]

I love my 2020 Z4M40i so much, that I'm picking up new LCI model next month. I'm slightly disappointed that they didn't increased the power. BTW, red calipers in UK are available only on manual models.

[@mar7739]

Actually almost nothing has changed in LCI

[@bodzio0]

@@mar7739 I know, grill and front bumper, but still love it.I couldn't find any other convertible in this price range that fit my needs and actualy would like to drive it.

[@scinner28]

@@mar7739 Haha ..do you think he realy bought 1 ?? if he did ..😂

[@mar7739]

@@bodzio0 Cause G29 really has no competition (except Boxster, whose production is over now)

[@SyhnSeer]

I love my 382hp Z4 M40i! Yay 'Murica, lol!

[@Mattrz34]

Hell yeah 🇺🇸🦅

[@selaagbakpe8064]

Did you forget to change transmission to SPORTS PLUS for the launch, instead of SPORTS mode? I drive a m40i in the UK and mostly drive in SPORTS PLUS with the roof down for the thrill of it :)

[@bunyqu]

The color is actually “thundernight metallic” 😊

[@bobalto]

The biggest good news is that BMW didn’t remove that beautiful gear lever 👍❤

[@Mattrz34]

100%

[@bricksbeersbeards9368]

I don't think there is a single Toyota part or technology in this car. Nearly purchased one last summer after 2 years of research and looking, drove several times throughout that time, its a great car, heck, even the 4 cylinder drives great in every real world situation here in the USA. Maybe will have to re-visit my desire for one...

[@PinguPenguin-BMWM]

Really, the Supra is a Z4 M40i rather than the other way round because really, how many Toyota badges are there on a BMW and comparing it to the Supra engine I could have mistaken for a BMW M40i engine. Great video though!

[@feinstesleergut]

such an underrated car

[@jimspace]

This engine deserves the best exhaust

[@kees6816]

M240i was not a roadster, was a convertible with rear seat !

[@jamesblond1100]

Actually it gives you a lot of value for the money... even the resale value is good

[@fakeprofile777]

only in restayl model they have put big flat screen,it will be much modern 👍🏼

[@mjgholfza]

What a beautiful car!

[@FURKAN-ei6pz]

You should try Passat Variant 280 HP 4Motion

[@BinaryBlueBull]

Very cool car and quite beautiful as well. I think with an OPF delete there should be a great sound hidden under there, since the B58 can sound quite appealing if it's let loose. Beautiful colour, too. Reminds me a bit (just a bit) of the iconic midnight purple which came on the Skyline GT-R, though that is a pearlescent paint. With the short wheelbase and low center of gravity, this should make for a very fun ride. I had a real difficult time deciding between this and an M340i (previous generations) but practicality made me choose the M340i. Still regret that a bit every time I see one Damn those left-lane hoggers though, ugh, I hope they step on a lego (yes, I am evil). They're everywhere these past few years and it's getting worse and worse. So much so that on certain stretches of highway you're now a rare exception (and someone I enthusiastically salute) if you do try to keep right as much as is reasonable. The person behind you will usually also immediately stomp on the gas and close the gap if you go to the right, in stead of leaving you space to get into the left lane again if necessary, leaving you stuck and forcing you to brake. No traffic insight, nada, nil, zero

[@MFGjannemann]

11:25 whats wrong with that red car, u can even see him Moving back to the left lane in ur mirror :((

[@martinebratoeff7216]

WOW i love BMW z4

[@szymon6207]

Do you zero Drag reach 630 kph ?

[@Xzibitfreek]

I always die a little on the inside when reviewers say a Boxter drives better. Im in the market for either a Boxter or a Z4 and while they may have similar list prices, on the used market the Boxters loses so little value (like all Porsches with an ICE) and therefore cost significantly more money than a used Z4. More money than im willing to spend. For a reasonable 4-5 year old Z4 M40i with roughly 50k km, youd get a 10 year old Boxter with 100k km+

[@R19Robbin]

That purple looks nice 👌

[@benlecluyse]

Inderdaad Robin ! ❤

[@LTCarsss]

I love bmw❤

[@Keitumetsemulaudzi]

Me too🎉

[@CraftBelgium]

The coincidence, was looking up these cars today haha

[@tedstriker4278]

Same, I want one now even more 😂

[@maxmustermann318]

What is the way to go: the m240i or the Z4 M40i?

[@Mattrz34]

If you don’t need the extra room, z4 all the way

[@ManfredEWhite]

Nice video, love color.

[@zakzwijn8410]

11:27 Drivers like these enrage me to no end.

[@scinner28]

Man i bought the z4 3.5is because of your video ..(2011 model) and ow boy it was fun .When i see this years later????I dunno ..yeah it looks more 2023..etc but ,i dunno .is it way faster ? I dont know ..Has it more gimmicks yes i think so ..is it more fun ???? for people who only can afford a z4 3.5is .Nah ..i dont think so ..The sound in sport+ etc etc ..Man..the whole street in my town talked about it ,,even wiman.For me and my wife the z4 3.5is was epic.P.S mine did 280 km/h on the autobahn .No restriction mod.

[@toweliethetowel8280]

Dude. In germany u actually have to "stop" at a stop-sign xD

[@ciaranmcmahon3024]

engine and gearbox map and that car is sorted !

[@chuckcribbs3398]

No, It's Thundernight Metallic. C'mon. We get 382 HP in the US. Yeeess!

[@idevukidevuk6982]

That fake aluminium sticker on the steering wheel is awesome. Even on M bmw is the same nice sticker. Plastic fantastic

[@vincentvega9894]

can you do the 2023 lci x4m40i please? :-)

[@andressalcedo6113]

Good review !!!

[@JCAlmeidaMusic]

Nice! Please review the new manual version!

[@valentingarampon3679]

And it is available in MANUAL btw 😍

[@yesitsme8943]

I’m surprised to not hear you mention the tune. I have 465 hp on my x3 m40i and I know you have the same on your m340i. I know Joe Achilles was also in love with a tuned AC Schnitzer Z4 and I was deciding between that and an M850i convertible and just copped the M850i based on your JD performance review. Love your channel. Keep it up! (And don’t be afraid to throw in a little tune advice again from time to time :p)

[@xIcarus227]

That's pretty nice! Did you do any supporting mods to get 465HP? Or is it the 374HP version? I notice that a simple stage 1 tune tends to be limited to around 400-420HP on the 340HP model.

[@yesitsme8943]

Mine is 2018/2019 so with the sport dif but also with OPF. I ordered a stone exhaust downpipe and removed the OPF. I could have done without the DP to be honest. But the OPF removal has been crucial in reducing turbo lag. You can see that the car breaths so much better. I wouldnt be surprised if thats the big issue on this Z4 also@@xIcarus227

[@alexluke84]

Would prefer hardtop Z4 M...imagine 530hp in a roadster...like it was with the 2006 Z4M

[@ugurarslan255]

👍 Very Beautiful 👍

[@print3eed]

love bmw

[@solarflare2199]

Full Akrapovic + Ecu remap and u reach 400hp in a blink of an eye 😊

[@xIcarus227]

Actually even more, with a downpipe you're into the 450s easily - even more if you delete the OPF. That thing is a massive restriction.

[@kuyo_art]

Why bmw never put a V8 (S63TU) or something on the Z4 to fight the MB SL ?

[@Franciscuwu]

because z4 was vs the slk not the SL

[@svenskenh644]

@@Franciscuwuand slk had a V8…

[@pipefield4581]

Looks like Martin annoyed the driver behind him at 10:10

[@notoriousMrP]

Toyota would have absolutely nothing to do with the updated z4 .

[@inflatable2]

The reasoning behind the 340 HP is really stupid.. Thankfully this is easily solved with a simple tune.. The B58 can easily do well over 400 HP just stage 1..

[@romb1818]

Unfortunatelly, Z4 won't have a future generation. Now only SUVs we can get, from the smallest Toyota Aygo to Caddy Escalade. 🙁👎🤦

[@RLP69guitar]

Z4 is looking very good. A pity that is not as value stable as Porsche.

[@ivankurtovic2087]

2024 is last year production for Z4 and 8 😢

[@MGSyncrosplanestrainsandmore]

:(

[@doublefault8850]

Too refined for a roadster . I feel it is somehow a roadster 3 series . Porsche 718 , Lotus Emira and Alpine A110 are the fun ones .

[@alexanderdanielsson6049]

a110 is so fun

[@mar7739]

Definitely, Emira and A110 are perfect roadsters :-)

[@doublefault8850]

@@mar7739 Well The Emira and the A110 are coupes with 2 seats , no roadster version .Roadster has to be a 2 seat convertible . Forgot the Alfa 4C too . Has a coupe and roadster versions :)

[@mar7739]

@@doublefault8850 Well, i guess you didn.t recognize irony :-)

[@bricksbeersbeards9368]

and perhaps a tuned Mazda MX-5?

[@themuscledriver]

m240i convertible is not a roadster...🤦‍♂🤦‍♂🤦‍♂

[@faoaga7035]

How about driving a Koenigsegg Jesko Atack, your excellency?

[@dailyyy_]

good luck getting one, and even more, driving it

[@fbimmer9174]

There’s a difference between a roadster and a convertible

[@richardraybould6928]

I love BMWs and have had many over the past 20 years, but why would you take this over a Boxter?

[@bodzio0]

It actualy have a spacious boot, it's cheaper and it's faster ;)

[@helloim3j]

Also looks better and has a quieter interior with a louder engine. At least that's why I picked it. I wasn't looking for a "driver's car." Always wanted that cruising feel. Boxster definitely better if you want to drive hard.

[@stephanforseilles]

I extensively tested both and finally went for the Z4. Yes, the Boxster IS (a bit) more fun on sunny days. But it cannot be a daily driver like the Z4 can. I can take it for two weeks to the south of France with the missus and still have space in the boot to bring back some wine. And the Boxtser only has a four-pot (even the S). You need to go up to the GTS to get the 6-cylinder and, boy, is it more expensive to buy AND to drive! So, if I was rich, it would be a M3 for the week and a Boxter GTS for the weekend. But the Z4 is the best blend for my budget. ;)

[@suparmisj711]

Good

[@budniyevgeny]

We want a rear-wheel drive Z4 M with M3 guts and a manual transmission.

[@wurf5336]

When AUDI TT RS review? STOCK :)

[@m.y.695]

340hp!!!

[@rikyoh130]

so sad this rules and regulations... the engine need to be unlocked :/

[@Bimmer_Bill]

Guy says there no real exhaust sound proceeds to go under an underpass and the fake exhaust sound increases? Lmfao.

[@i.k.6356]

340 hp is because of the European restriction and fight against the combustion engine.

[@wurf5336]

Imagine this car with 400hp

[@Largeone1968]

Mine will soon be 530-550. It’s currently 475 but i have a hybrid turbo to fit.

[@wurf5336]

@@Largeone1968 thats awesome bro :D

[@jackdoesplayyt1718]

You’re just a tune away from that number…

[@hEXordo]

Vs slc43 or slk55?

[@wurf5336]

Well on the bright side at least the insurance of the car stays cheap... 1200€ compared to bmw m240 => 3000€ per year...

[@hahadarsh]

how about someone buys this lil brother a Z4 M40i :p

[@minityper]

The Z4 E89 looked way better.

[@kdm_entertainment]

What the hell is happening with those headlights

[@skillissue1815]

55 secs!

[@rachmatdwiputramat2683]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@kenrossaukrsa]

Know the difference between they , their, there. 🥵

[@ahmadbasyir418]

Supra, no iDrive... Are you sure?

[@AbyNeon]

for being an M car , seems to Me pretty much a brick. this kind of performance should be a default on regular model.

[@Unsalted375]

Toyota supras german cousin

[@wurf5336]

3:55 man this is so bad... sports car and only 340hp... Even m240 has like 374hp... so cringe @BMW

[@SampleTracks2224]

Nope, "cringe" (whatever that means) at the EU and Europeans who have much less money than US customers.

[@wurf5336]

@@SampleTracks2224 What ? xD Here in Munich you look poor if you drive this car...

[@bricksbeersbeards9368]

seriously? so power makes a sports car? a few years back I read the Z4 M40i was faster around the Nurburging than a tuned F10 M5 and an M2 for what that's worth, maybe that M5 and M2 aren't sports cars either

[@wurf5336]

@@bricksbeersbeards9368 oh mein gott you are every day on the race track. Amasin, wish I had so many braincells to run together

[@Cielo.boneli]

Am i the only one who thinks toyota ruined this car with its rules and other sftuff?

[@ZAXAR-b3d]

As for BMW Z4 is the smallest car in the entire history of BMW

[@RstewDstew]

You've not seen a BMW i3 then? 😅

[@ZAXAR-b3d]

I agree with you, I haven't seen it in person, but I've seen pictures so small😆

[@ZAXAR-b3d]

By the way, 5 days ago I bought a BMW M8 competition, a very cool car

[@prod.hilt00n]

not a huge fan of the body

[@The19610211]

Awful camera work. Stopped watching after 2 mins 🤷‍♂️

[@fl0G2]

M40i V8 😀😀? i6 ☹️

[@dapluq5961]

Golf 7 r still better

[@pokest225]

???

[@bodzio0]

Yyy, no.

[@scinner28]

Because?

[@thedayafteer]

They churned out another German bin 😔

[@68VM]

Is that a Supra?

[@SSvan0]

The Supra was copied off the 2006 Z4 M coupe

[@sez75]

Z4 G29 is the latest proof that BMW can easily mess everything up from the mighty (mightier) Z4 E89 35is.

[@7ludi]

Z4 E89 was decent but not mighty 😂

[@sez75]

@@7ludi It was mightier than G29

[@7ludi]

@@sez75 not at all

[@Geneticx77]

Lol I had an e89 and was dissapointing. The G29 is so much beter in every aspect!

[@xIcarus227]

@@sez75 E89 better than the G29? Not a chance, the E89 was a boat. Drive one and you'll immediately notice the difference.

[@apox5308]

Slow

[@Miguel_Sanchez69]

Nice Fiat... 🤮

[@pokest225]

There's not one single Fiat bit on this car.

[@Miguel_Sanchez69]

@@pokest225Looks like a Fiat 124 Spider

[@pokest225]

@@Miguel_Sanchez69 not really.

[@mar7739]

@@pokest225 Looks a bit like Abarth 124. Which is not a bad thing though,

[@Zotek7263]

Shut up miguel

[@jarekpawlowski2334]

First

[@benlecluyse]

So ?

[@sashaklik4283]

Why they down tune this car? Are those hilarious regulations going to destroy every petrol car? Guess they really prefer refrigerators running on the road, is that wut you want?