2024 BMW Z4
2024 BMW Z4 — The BMW Z models are a line of roadsters manufactured by German automaker BMW.
Trim: sDrive30i
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2024 BMW Z4 snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2024 BMW Z4 typically asks about $37,700 versus a $53,900 starting MSRP when new — roughly 70% retained. The 2024 BMW Z4 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign in our catalog (including Electrical System) and 1 owner complaint. Compare years below for recalls, year-over-year changes, and running-cost estimates before you buy.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$37,700
70% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$53,900
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
1
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
1
Top: Engine
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2024 Z4?
Yes — 1 recall campaign and 1 owner complaint for the 2024 BMW Z4. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Electrical System
2026-07-08
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Supra, 2022-2025 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2023 5 Series, 2022-2026 Z4, 2023-2024 4 Series Gran Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 4 Series Coupe, 3 Series, 2021-2025 X4, and 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all…
Campaign 26V438000
Owner complaints
1 complaints. Top components:
- Engine1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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2024 BMW Z4 M40i Review
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How much does a used 2024 Z4 cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $37,700 in typical used asking against a $53,900 starting MSRP — roughly 70% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $53,900
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $37,700
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 70% of MSRP
~$16,200 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2024 Z4?
The 2024 BMW Z4 sits 2 model years behind the newest 2026 — use the snapshot above for price and recall context before reading the full overview. The 2024 BMW Z4 continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The BMW Z models are a line of roadsters manufactured by German automaker BMW. The Z stands for Zukunft, and has been produced in four different series with six generations consisting of roadster, coupé, sports car, and concept variants. NHTSA lists 2024 configurations such as 2024 BMW Z4 C RWD. For the 2024 model year, published dimensions include overall length 170.9 in, width 73.2 in, height 51.6 in, and wheelbase 97.2 in, with curb weight around 3463.5 lb.
- 1 NHTSA recall
- Wheelbase 97.2 in
- Curb weight about 3463.5 lb
- About 170.9 × 73.2 in (L×W)
- EPA combined 28 mpg
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2024 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 255 hp, 295 lb-ft, 28 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
255 hp
Torque
295 lb-ft
Combined MPG
28 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2024 selected trim (28 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,500
5-year energy
$7,500
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 28 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.0L Turbo I4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 170.9 in
- Width
- 73.2 in
- Height
- 51.6 in
- Wheelbase
- 97.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3463.5 lb
- Seating
- 2
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 25
- Highway MPG
- 33
- Combined MPG
- 28
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | sDrive30i | sDrive M40i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 382 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft |
| 0–60 | — | 3.9 s |
| Combined MPG | 28 | 25 |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo I4 | 3.0L Turbo I6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Seating | 2 | 2 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 255 | 295 | — | 28 | RWD | |
| 382 | 369 | 3.9s | 25 | RWD |