The new BMW Z4 Coupé: Details of BMWs Z4 3.0si Coupé and M Coupé announced

BMW UK has announced final specification and pricing of the forthcoming BMW Z4
3.0si Coupé and the new BMW Z4 M Coupé. The new Z4 Coupé is due to start
production at BMW's manufacturing facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina, USA
in April 2006 with customer deliveries starting in August 2006.

Please see attached downloadable release for chart showing basic performance
and price detail.

BMW Z4 M Coupé:

The new high-performance BMW Z4 M Coupé generates 343hp and 365Nm of torque
from its 3.2-litre straight-six cylinder engine. Maximum power is generated at
7,900rpm while 80 per cent of the maximum torque is available from 2,000rpm.

The renowned power and flexibility of the 'M' engine contributes to a zero to
62mph time of 5.0 seconds and propels the car to an electronically limited top
speed of 155mph. Power is transferred to the road via a six-speed short-shift
manual transmission.

Key to the purity of driving dynamics and handling characteristics of the Z4
Coupé is its exceptionally stiff body structure of 32,000Nm/degree. The
suspension of the new Z4 M Coupé is largely the same as the recently announced
BMW Z4 M Roadster, apart from the spring and damper settings that take account
of the different weight distribution of the fixed head car. The chassis and
suspension also share many common features from the benchmark BMW M3 Coupé,
such as the M variable differential and compound brake system taken directly
from the M3 CSL. Also in common with the forthcoming Roadster, the new Z4 M
Coupé rides on unique, lightweight Z4 M alloy wheels shod with 225/45 ZR18
tyres on the front and 255/40 ZR18 tyres on the rear.

From the outside, there is no mistaking the new BMW Z4 M Coupé with its
purposeful stance. The roof of the two seater is contoured for added
headroom. From the sides, the long bonnet accentuates the dramatic styling
with occupants set back in true sports car style. Owners can personalise their
new BMW Z4 M Coupé with a choice of three exclusive M colours and five
'standard' colours.

From the front, a deep front air-dam with distinct x-shaped lines
differentiates the 'M' car from the 3.0si. Large air scoops in the valance and
two precision lines running along the bonnet signal the car's performance
credentials. Xenon headlamps and BMW's unique corona light rings also
accentuate the dynamism of the front view.

From the rear, the car's wide rear wheel arches combined with horizontal
diffusers and BMW M's trademark double-twin tailpipes creates a powerful,
resolved stance. BMW's traditional 'Hofmeister kink' is integrated into the
large clamshell boot lid and shallow-sloping hatchback that hides a practical
300 litres boot capacity.

Internally, the new BMW Z4 M Coupé features BMW's M Sports seats covered in a
choice of four nappa leather colours that provide the highest levels of lateral
support.

BMW Z4 3.0si Coupé SE / Sport:

Powered by BMW's innovative magnesium-alloy 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine, the
new BMW Z4 3.0si Coupé develops 265hp at 6,600rpm and peak torque of 315Nm at
2,750rpm. This powers the car from zero to 62mph in 5.7 seconds and on to an
electronically limited top speed of 155mph. These high levels of performance
are not, however, at the expense of fuel consumption with the 3.0si models
delivering a combined fuel consumption of 31.7mpg.

This lightweight engine is mated to a six-speed, close ratio manual
transmission as standard, ensuring that the driver can select the exact ratio
for any given situation. Customers preferring an automatic can opt for BMW's
six-speed Sports automatic gearbox that, like the open-top Z4, allows the
driver to select gears using paddles on the steering wheel and features
blip-throttle down changes.

Like the Z4 M Coupé, the 3.0si benefits from BMW's tradition of near perfect
50:50 axle weight distribution, a low centre of gravity and rear-wheel-drive.
All of these traits combine in the new Z4 Coupé to deliver a dynamic, sporting
drive. The new Z4 Coupé can also be used as a cross-continent cruiser, with
the 3.0si SE and Sport variants benefiting from up to 340 litres of available
boot space; 40 litres more than the M Coupé as a result of the relocation of
the battery.

Externally, the silhouette of the new BMW Z4 3.0si Coupé is identical to the M
variant, with the 3.0si differentiated from the M car by styling details such
as different style 18-inch alloy wheels (on the Sport model, 17-inch alloy
wheels on SE models) and a revised front and rear valance, the rear featuring
'only' two exhausts. The 3.0si model is available in 10 non-metallic and
metallic paintwork finishes, eight interior colours and five trim options.
Customers wishing to further personalise their cars can select from a further
palette of exterior and interior colours and trims through the BMW Individual
programme.

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