New models - BMW - Z4 - sDrive35isHot new BMW Z4 sDrive35is arrivesBMW tops Z4 range not with V8 M version, but tweaked twin-turbo sDrive35is25 May 2010 BMW has put a $13,000 price premium on its new Z4 range-topper, the awkwardly named sDrive35is, which is now on sale in Australia at $129,900. Compared with the Z4 sDrive35i, which previously topped BMW’s two-seater folding hard-top model range at $116,900 (manual), the ‘s’ suffix brings a modified version of the Bavarian brand’s 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline petrol six, a host of chassis upgrades and a M Sport Package bodykit. As we’ve reported, the new Z4 flag-bearer increases power from the sDrive35i’s 225kW/400Nm to 250kW and 450Nm – momentarily increasing to no less than 500Nm via an overboost function. Combined as standard with a seven-speed double-clutch transmission comprising a launch control function (which brings the price of the regular Z4 35i to $120,400), BMW says it is enough to propel the Z4 sDrive35is to 100km/h in 4.8 seconds, making it as quick as the six-speed manual M3 Coupe and three-tenths faster than the Z4 upon which it is based. Despite the extra pace, official average fuel consumption remains unchanged from the 225kW Z4’s 9.4L/100km. As with other models in the standard Z4 range launched here in May last year – including the sDrive35i, sDrive30i and sDrive23i – the sDrive35is comes with BMW EfficientDynamics technologies such as Brake Energy Regeneration and Electric Power Steering. However, the new Z4 flagship also scores 10mm-lower adaptive sports suspension, exclusive 18-inch star-spoke alloy wheels and unique floor mats with embroidered ‘BMW Z4 sDrive35is’ logos. “The Z4 is already recognised as a design icon and a triumph of engineering,” said BMW Group Australia managing director, Stavros Yallouridis. “Now in the form of the BMW Z4 sDrive35is, Australian performance enthusiasts can enjoy the ultimate BMW roadster experience.” Read more14th of December 2009 First look: BMW waves M wand over Z4No, it’s not an M version of BMW’s newest Z4, but it is the next best thingAll new modelsAlfa Romeo Abarth Alpine Alpina Audi Aston Martin BMW Bentley Chery Brabham Chrysler Chevrolet Cupra Citroen DS Dodge Fiat Ferrari Foton Ford Great Wall FPV Haval GWM Honda Holden Hyundai HSV Isuzu Infiniti Jeep Jaguar Lamborghini Kia LDV Land Rover Lotus Lexus Maserati Mahindra McLaren Mazda Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG Mini MG Nissan Mitsubishi Pagani Opel Porsche Peugeot Ram Proton Rolls-Royce Renault Saab Rover Smart Skoda Subaru SsangYong Tesla Suzuki Volkswagen Toyota Volvo Motor industry news |
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