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 $28,855, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $18,224 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 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Z4 for its fun-to-drive character, sporty handling, and strong engines. They also frequently highlight the comfortable seating, high-quality build, and head-turning design.

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

The main trade-offs that come up in expert reviews are outdated technology, along with some models’ optional rather than standard convenience and driver-assistance features.

28.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW Z4 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the BMW Z4 for its engaging driving experience, strong performance, and stylish design. Expert commentary also points to a high-quality cabin and a balanced, driver-focused character that makes the car feel special on the road.

• Owners rate the BMW Z4 between 4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully and prioritizing well-kept examples, especially on older cars with higher accident rates.

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

Across all model years, at 71.9% 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 and traffic-sign recognition, plus the Driving Assistance package with blind-spot-monitoring and lane-departure-warning systems, or the Convenience package with rear cross-traffic alert, an automatic parking system, satellite radio, adaptive cruise, and smartphone key pairing.
• Infotainment: a 10.24-inch touchscreen running BMW’s iDrive system with navigation and Apple CarPlay.

Which BMW Z4 trim should I buy?

The 2020 BMW Z4 offers these trims:

• sDrive30i: Best-value trim with the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, 255 horsepower, 295 pound-feet of torque, an eight-speed automatic, and a well-equipped cabin that includes the 10.24-inch touchscreen, navigation, and Apple CarPlay.
• sDriveM40i: Adds the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with 382 hp and 368 lb-ft, plus the Track Handling package equipment, making it the choice if you want the strongest performance and a more enthusiast-focused setup.

What BMW Z4 do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually offer a stronger mix of availability, pricing, and feature content. That gives you more chances to compare listings and find the right combination of condition, equipment, and value.

What is the BMW Z4's resale value?

The Z4’s pricing shows that newer used examples can still move upward in value, especially when supply is tighter and demand stays steady. That makes the model appealing if you want a roadster that continues to command strong interest in the used market. The 2022 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 has yet to be tested by the government’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the independent Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

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 engaging handling and a strong open-top driving experience.

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 model adds a 10.2-inch touchscreen with iDrive 7, Apple CarPlay, a digital instrument panel, and automatic emergency braking.
• Safety: The latest model adds blind-spot monitors, a head-up display, and the Handschalter Package on the M40i.
• 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.

How does the 2020 BMW Z4 compare to the 2020 Toyota Supra?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2020 BMW Z4:

• Pros: Fun to drive, Great handling.
• Cons: Outdated technology.

2020 Toyota Supra:

• Pros: Fun to drive, Standard advanced safety features, Great handling.
• Cons: Poor ergonomic design, Doesn't feel special.

Our experts score the 2020 BMW Z4 7.5/10 and the 2020 Toyota Supra 7.8/10. Both cars deliver strong driving enjoyment and great handling, but the Supra adds standard advanced safety features while the Z4’s main drawback is outdated technology. The Z4 counters with a lower share of good and great deals and more listings available, while the Supra brings more power and a slightly higher expert score.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.