A hybrid AWD version of the two-seat ragtop will be available.
The replacement for the BMW Z4 was . We first saw about a year ago, and all the photos that we have shared since then showed prototypes with circular exhaust tips. This vehicle’s test car is unique because it features more angular exhaust finishes and different rear bumper cutouts. Although these don’t appear production-ready yet, we now have a better idea of what the final version will look.
While the shape of the taillights and headlights will not change on the production model the body is still concealing its design with extra panels that have been attached using black rivets. These can also be seen on the trunk lid, so it is likely that the spoiler lip won’t be as prominent as the prototype would have us believe. BMW used the same double camouflage technique on its X7 luxurybarge that was captured last week.
The Z5’s other ego, the Toyota Supra (name not confirmed), was spotted yesterday. The former will only be offered as a convertible roadster with soft tops, while the latter will be available as a coupe with fixed metal roofs. BMW can reduce weight by switching from Z4’s Z4 hardtop to a fabric top, and it will also make the car more spacious inside the trunk.
The dynamic duo will share a range of BMW-sourced four and six-cylinder engines, as well as a hybridized engine derived directly from Toyota’s Le Mans racing car. has already ruled out an M version of Z5, so it is most likely that the range-topper will be the electrified variant which offers all-wheel drive.
Both will be announced before the end the year. They are programmed to go into production at Magna Steyr’s Austrian factory where a total 60,000 units will each be produced annually.