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 $27,115, and its year-round low is $18,026.53. That gives you a sense of the model's overall pricing spread across the years in the data. Recently, prices have come down for the 2020 models, making now a good time to shop 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 fun driving character. The all-generations owner rating is 4.66/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Z4 for its performance, sporty handling, comfortable seating, and high-quality build. The car also stands out as a head-turning roadster that balances style and driving enjoyment well.

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

The main trade-offs called out in recent expert coverage center on road noise, limited interior space, and outdated technology.

25.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW Z4 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the BMW Z4 highly, and the feedback across model years points to a car that delivers a rewarding ownership experience. Expert coverage also reinforces its appeal through strong performance, comfortable seating, and a polished driving feel.

• 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-kept example with a clean history and verifying maintenance records before you buy.

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

Across all model years, at 74.4% 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-2020 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, HD Radio, and Apple CarPlay

Which BMW Z4 trim should I buy?

The 2020 BMW Z4 offers these trims:

• sDrive30i: Best-value choice if you want the entry model with a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder, 255 horsepower, 295 lb-ft of torque, an 8-speed ZF automatic, a 10.24-inch touchscreen, navigation, HD Radio, and a comfortable GT-roadster feel.
• sDriveM40i: The performance-focused trim adds the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 with 382 hp and 368 lb-ft, plus the Track Handling package content, 19-inch alloys, and a more powerful overall character for buyers who want the strongest engine and the most complete setup.

What BMW Z4 do most buyers choose?

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

The highest-volume years tend to be the easiest to shop because you usually get more listings to compare and more chances to find the right color, mileage, and price. They also tend to attract buyers who want a newer Z4 without moving all the way to the newest model year.

What is the BMW Z4's resale value?

The Z4's year-over-year price movement is mild in the one model year shown here, which points to a relatively stable used-market position. For shoppers, that kind of movement can make it easier to time a purchase without facing a sharp price jump. The 2020 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the BMW Z4 safe?

• 2020: 6/10

Standard safety features include frontal collision warning with emergency braking and traffic-sign recognition.

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:

• Price trend: The 2020 model is at −1.69% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2020 model has 40% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2021 model has the most listings. The BMW Z4 offers a stylish, driver-focused roadster character that makes it appealing if you want a fun open-top car with strong personality.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest Z4 pairs a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder with 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, while the inline-6 delivers 382 hp and 368 lb-ft.
• Tech: The latest Z4 includes a 10.24-inch touchscreen, BMW’s iDrive system, navigation, HD Radio, Apple CarPlay, and hands-free keyless entry.
• Safety: The latest Z4 adds blind-spot-monitoring, lane-departure-warning systems, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic parking, adaptive cruise, and smartphone key pairing.
• Starting price: The base MSRP 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 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.