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 $43,670, and over the past year that nationwide average price reached a low of $40,139. 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 driving experience, strong handling, powerful engines, comfortable seating, and stylish design. Across the expert reviews, the Z4 also comes across as a comfortable, cruising GT roadster with a luxurious cabin and a clear focus on top-down driving enjoyment.

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

The main trade-offs center on outdated technology, road noise, and limited interior space, especially in earlier and more enthusiast-focused versions.

27.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW Z4 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the BMW Z4 highly for its engaging driving experience, strong performance, stylish design, and comfortable seating. Expert feedback also points to a well-built, premium-feeling roadster with a polished cabin and a strong overall character.

• 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 most tied to condition, maintenance history, and how heavily the car was optioned or driven.

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: Driving Assistance package
• Infotainment: 10.24-inch touchscreen running BMW’s iDrive system with Apple CarPlay

Which BMW Z4 trim should I buy?

The 2020 BMW Z4 offers these trims:

• sDrive30i: The entry trim brings a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, a 10.24-inch touchscreen with BMW iDrive, navigation, HD Radio, automatic LED headlights, rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming mirrors, automatic climate control, and 14-way power seats; it is the best-value trim if you want the Z4’s core roadster experience at the lower starting price.
• sDriveM40i: This trim adds the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six, the Track Handling package, 19-inch alloys with non-run-flat tires, and a more performance-focused setup with stronger acceleration and more standard equipment.

What BMW Z4 do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices in trims, colors, mileage, and pricing, which makes it easier to find a Z4 that fits your budget and preferences. They also tend to be the years shoppers cross-shop most often, so the market stays active.

What is the BMW Z4's resale value?

The table shows a positive year-over-year move, which means the model is holding or gaining value in the current market. That kind of movement can be encouraging if you already own one, but it also means used buyers should expect pricing to stay firm on the most desirable examples. The strongest values are concentrated in the newest, most in-demand versions.

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 includes frontal collision warning with emergency braking and traffic-sign recognition, with blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise, and smartphone key pairing available through packages.

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 driving enjoyment and a comfortable cruising feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest Z4 pairs a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with 382 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, and it can return to 60 mph in about 4.5 seconds.
• Tech: The latest Z4 adds a 10.2-inch touchscreen with iDrive 7, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, navigation, and a digital instrument panel.
• Safety: The latest Z4 adds available driver-assistance features such as 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 October 13, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.