Used BMW Z4 for Sale nearFort Lauderdale, FL

How much does the BMW Z4 cost in today's market?

Used BMW Z4 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The BMW Z4's current nationwide average price is $36,569, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $35,311 over the past year. Recently, prices have held firm or risen year-over-year across the most recent model years.

Is the BMW Z4 a good car?

Yes — the BMW Z4 is a strong pick if you want a stylish roadster with engaging performance and a premium feel. The all-generations owner rating is 4.66/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Z4 for its fun-to-drive character, strong handling, powerful engines, and comfortable seating. The car also earns recurring praise for its stylish design and high-quality build, which help it feel special as a used luxury convertible.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 model among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs center on outdated technology, road noise, and limited interior space, especially in older or more lightly equipped versions.

27.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW Z4 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the BMW Z4 highly for its performance, handling, and overall driving enjoyment, and expert commentary also highlights its strong powertrains and premium feel. Across the model range, it comes across as a well-built roadster that delivers the kind of experience many used buyers want from a BMW convertible.

• Owners rate the BMW Z4 between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-documented example with a clean history and service records, especially on older cars.

What should I look for when buying a used BMW Z4?

Across all model years, at 73.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: frontal collision warning with emergency braking, traffic-sign recognition, blind-spot-monitoring, lane-departure-warning systems, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic parking system, adaptive cruise, and smartphone key pairing
• Infotainment: a 10.24-inch touchscreen running BMW’s iDrive system with navigation and HD Radio, plus Apple CarPlay

Which BMW Z4 trim should I buy?

The 2020 BMW Z4 offers these trims:

• sDrive30i: Best-value trim for buyers who want the Z4’s core luxury-roadster experience, with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, 255 horsepower, 295 pound-feet of torque, an eight-speed automatic, and standard features such as automatic LED headlights, rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming mirrors, automatic climate control, a 10.24-inch touchscreen, navigation, HD Radio, and a virtual instrument panel.
• sDriveM40i: The performance-focused trim adds the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with 382 hp and 368 lb-ft, plus the Track Handling package content, 19-inch alloys with non-run-flat tires, and a more serious performance setup for buyers who want the strongest engine and the most capability.

What BMW Z4 do most buyers choose?

The BMW Z4 years with the most listings are 2021, 2025, and 2020.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually offer a broader mix of prices, trims, and equipment. That gives you more chances to find the right combination of value, mileage, and features.

What is the BMW Z4's resale value?

The Z4’s price movement is essentially flat in the table, which suggests steady demand for the model year shown. That kind of movement can be encouraging for used buyers because it points to a car that is still holding close to its recent value. The 2020 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year. The 2020 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the BMW Z4 safe?

• 2020: 6/10

The redesigned BMW Z4 includes frontal collision warning with emergency braking and traffic-sign recognition, with blind-spot-monitoring and lane-departure-warning systems available through the Driving Assistance package.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 6/10.

Should I buy a used BMW Z4 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Sweet-spot year: The 2021 model has the most listings. The BMW Z4 offers a stylish, premium roadster character with strong performance and a comfortable top-down touring feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest Z4 pairs a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four with 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque, while the M40i uses a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with 382 hp and 369 lb-ft.
• Tech: The latest Z4 includes a 10.2-inch touchscreen with iDrive 7, navigation, Apple CarPlay, and a digital instrument panel.
• Safety: The latest model adds blind-spot monitors, a head-up display, remote start, and a digital key card.
• Starting price: The latest Z4 starts at $49,700.

If you're buying used today, the 2021 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.