The real convertible season is coming up. 1 After the month also reaches the extreme heat, it will also pass through the cold wind on the hair. If you are considering buying a convertible, it is less. What is the hot new convertible? As recently launched BMW's two-seater roadster cars, the Z4 can be a kkopeul. In the hardtop, you get a soft top, a new back to the new platform and the latest design of the Z4 becomes a hot reaction. All types of cars provide feedback in question and answer format to consumers who are thinking about buying a Z4.
Peak power 197ps, is that not enough?
Let's take a look at the specifications. The new Z4 20i ("Z4") is a serial 4 -cylinder 2.0 - liter twin-turbo power (name of extremely, but double scroll than a single emitter) engine mount and a maximum output of 197ps (4,500 ~ 6,500rpm), the maximum torque of 32.6kg ∙ m (1,450 ~ 4,200rpm) for exercise. The eight-speed automatic gearbox here corresponds to. The tolerance weight is 1,491 kg, which is relatively low for a convertible. BMW has announced 0 → 100 km/h reaches a time of 6.6 seconds.stop.
Acceleration seems sufficient, but the maximum result is also the most disturbing part for users who are going to buy a Z4. Specifically, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Hyundai Motors, Honda, Nissan including many manufacturers of 2.0 -liter turbo engine 250ps to the " National Horse, to extract these days, 200PS at least Z4 maximum output seems to be somewhat lacking.
How about a sense of acceleration in real driving? In fact, you can't feel as fast as you expect. Gritty dare to express "playful" seems to be the appropriate level. But that doesn't mean it's boring. At least two in stage 3 shifts sideways only 80 km/h to the neighborhood of another 2.0 quickly, like a turbocharged re-liter engine, four changes only 120 km/h it felt even power. Still felt a steady shock of up to 160 ~ 180 km/h. For reference, the test refueling is done with ordinary oil, but if you can handle it with high-quality oil, you will feel the best acceleration.
Zero bags of standard oil standard Z4 (G29) 20i However, the 428i convertible, the impact force compared to the 430i convertible and the acceleration at the middle and late stages, which were observed for several days, is clearly absent. The maximum output power is 245 ~ 252ps in the BMW, if you are familiar with Something engine 2%, it seems that - it is necessary. They may want to wait for additional performance tuning or the Z4 M40i.
What the hell is a 20i motor? Are there advantages?
I was curious about BMW's intention to run 20i instead of 30i. Many users will not understand this. I tried to find out by testing it out. The conclusion about the mileage of about 800 km looks as follows. Firstly, there is no lack of 20i output in everyday life. This is especially true given that not many owners work at high speeds with open saws. In fact, open airing makes it difficult to achieve speeds of more than 120 km/h due to vortices. 197ps is enough for this speed. Therefore, if you are not interested in sports exhaust emissions or frequent speed racing, you will not need more energy in normal and normal driving conditions.
As productivity decreases, efficiency increases. The 11th morning recorded combined fuel consumption for driving to Kanbuku Gangnam is 9.2L / 100 km, that is 10.8km / l maintained level. I followed the city's flow and quickly accelerated on outdoor sites. The highway 100 ~ 110 km/h when I behave as working 15 ~ 18 km / l was also possible. There seems to be no load on the daily use as a sports car.
Fun driving a car?
A variety of factors affect the pleasure of driving. Acceleration, sound, cornering, friction, and drive. Among the Z4 about and want to talk about exhaust sound and turns.
Pretty buzzing sound
2.0-litre four-cylinder series cannot simulate depths greater than six cylinders, no matter how finely adjusted they are. Z4 also shows that some of the sports four and no more than the sound of the cylinder. But while driving, the number of cylinders is quickly forgotten and attracts a mysterious dependence. Recipe "buung" because the sound increases the pleasure of driving cycles that. Also, at the lower end, the so-called light popcorn sounds, and at high revolutions when switching heard a light exciting sound.
Easy compact turns
Z4 has a wheelbase of only 2470 mm and a relatively lightweight of 1491 kg. Also, the engine is pushed back as far as possible to the front of the middle ship with a 50:50 weight distribution. In other words, it is a body condition optimized for cornering. Driving on a winding course is really easy. Smartness that you won't find on a car weighing from 1700 to 1800 kg. Although it does not bother to get to the limit, the wound is light enough and the routine can be interesting to drive.
Wouldn't that be too narrow, like a two-seater roadster?
If you've been driving a two-seater roadster for a long time, you can see how valuable the storage space is. Most of the two-seaterr roadsters are narrow so hard to throw a bag on the back seat. Structural constraints, but wheneverer driven 2 Z4 passenger roadsters space belongs to the top. Indeed, the Z4 compartments range from door pockets, dashboards, center console boxes, the floor behind seats (the space varies depending on the position of the seats), tops behind the seatbacks and trunks.
Rear seat
Besides, this space has two hit roadsters place pretty big pieces. As you can see in the picture, especially the lower back seats in the bag or on getting full and thick clothes, can put trash that has a small thickness of the backrest. It is worth the number in the seat and behind, it also means that to control the sheet at different angles.
With the transition from hard computers to soft ones, the luggage area has increased significantly. This is because the saw is folded between the barrel and the seat, not the barrel. Of course, the height of the trunk is small, but the advantage is that it is deep enough to hold two 24" holders.
You can leave two carriers
Question: How much wind is flowing?
Recently played or convertible car roadsters ride all Maserati Gran kabeurioh, Jaguar F type SVR convertible, Porsche Baxter S and the like. Personally, working cars include Ford Mustang Convertible, Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible, Mercedes Benz C200 Cabriolet, Mercedes Benz SLC200, BMW 428i, and 430i Convertible.
At least I want to raise my hand Z4. The Z4 is equipped with an original wind deflector. It is also in competition, the SLC200, but it prevents the wind on one level. Most convertibles left their hair dirty after landing, but Z4 didn't do it. The sensational influx of wind is also low. However, this may vary depending on the height of the seat or the user, so we recommend that you try it.
Can I open or close the real saw within 10 seconds?
BMW Home Z4 look at the category "Speed Buttons 50 km/h when driving at less than 10 can be opened or closed easily in a few seconds to open the soft top" is the phrase. Will it really work within 10 seconds? I experimented myself.
Upper opening and closing time measurement
As you can see on the video, the Z4 measured 8 seconds 59 to open the saw, and 10 seconds 72 to open the window. Given that in the past the convertible in the car was 20 in the beginning and middle of 10, the Z4 recording is quite fast.
You are so free. Are there any disadvantages?
Cons. Obviously, there is. I did not remember to drink coffee when I was driving the Z4 for a long time. When I got on the Z4, I couldn't drink coffee often, and all the ice melted between them. The reason was the position of the cupholder. The cup holder on the Z4 is inside the center console. Around the gearshift lever, there is a start button, infotainment system controller, driving mode and automatic hold-down. The interior trim around the buttons is surrounded by characteristic patterns and is decorative. This is good, so far. The problem is that the center console box is located far behind the gear lever. As shown in the photo, the cup holder slides out to the side of the seat roll. Imagine that you keep something close to your back while driving. But also the result that one day and put the cup in place.
Uncomfortable position of the cupholder. If you are tall enough to completely fold the seatback, you will not have a big problem.
The tires also have limitations. Z4 is a Pilot Super Sport tire with a high-performance Michelin range, front-wheel 255 / 35R19, rear whole 275 / 35R19 reaches. The output has a high level of aneunde, good words, excellent and so the friction force of the passage, bad words more, so that the rolling resistance. Even with the orientation control disabled, the rear wheels are difficult to shift. In everyday life, this is what is considered excessive. The price of tires can be quite expensive. In Germany, the 20i front wheel is a basic type 225 / 50R17, the rear wheel is 255 / 45R17, 30i has a front wheel