www.womanthismonth.com 75 February 2014 The new BMW Z4 represents a time-honoured and yet alluringly contemporary interpretation of the traditional roadster concept. It takes to the stage 25 years after the legendary BMW Z1 with which began the latest chapter in the history of BMW Roadsters — a tradition which stretches back to the 1930s. Modern character The sweeping bonnet, long wheelbase, low beltline and low-slung rear end play a more vivid and uncompromising part in shaping the appearance of the BMW Z4. The low seating position just ahead of the rear axle gives the driver and passenger a particularly intense experience of the longitudinal and lateral forces working on the rear wheels. This sense of being ‘part of the car’ also allows the driver to grade the amount of power he or she is feeding through the rear axle with sensitivity and precision. That’s the recipe for the roadster feeling, BMW-style. The hardtop roof also blends seamlessly into the car’s form. As it closes, it seals a smoothly flowing roofline, while large window surfaces optimise all-round visibility and the feeling of space inside the car. Once opened, the two roof elements are accommodated, one on top of the other, in a compact package inside the Roadster’s roadhugging rear. The optional BMW Individual hardtop — available in the two contrast colours Black non-metallic and Glacier Silver metallic — provides a feast for the eyes when the roof is closed. Striking touches A total of 11 external paint finishes are available for the new BMW Z4, including the new Mineral Grey metallic, Glacier Silver metallic and Valencia Orange metallic, which can only be ordered together with the Design Pure Traction option. This new equipment package lends the Roadster an extremely lively aura. Another exclusive element of the Design Pure Traction package is the metal weave trim strip, which can be combined with further decorative elements in high-gloss black for the door openers and the gearshift or selector lever. New interior additions to standard specification include high-gloss black surrounds for the central air vents and the iDrive control system’s folding Control Display, which comes as part of the optional Professional navigation system. Elsewhere, exquisite Fineline Anthracite wood has been added to the selection of interior trim strips available as an option for the new BMW Z4. BMW TwinPower Turbo technology Customers can choose from three fourcylinder and two six-cylinder powerplants. Their most significant shared feature is BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, which ensures an exceptionally effective balance between driving pleasure and fuel consumption throughout the output range. In addition, all four-cylinder variants of the new BMW Z4 already meet the stipulations of the EU6 exhaust emissions standard. Drivers can use the standard-fitted Driving Experience Control switch to select a configuration to suit the situation at hand and satisfy personal preferences. Comfort, Sport and Sport+ modes can all be called up using the rocker switch on the centre console. Call 17 750-750. Ready for Action showcase EURO MOTORS The interplay of classical proportions and state-of-the-art technology defines the unmistakable character of this new car.
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