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BMW Z4 problems: all generations

We have documented 3 generations of the BMW Z4: Z4 E85/E86 (2002–2008), Z4 E89 (2009–2016) and Z4 G29 (2018–2026). The one with the best score is the BMW Z4 G29 (7.1/10). Choose the generation or the year to see its faults, the engines best avoided and what to check before buying.

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  1. BMW Z4 E85/E86

    2002–2008

    Engines and gearboxes: BMW N43/N46, BMW M54, BMW N52 / N53

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.4 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  2. BMW Z4 E89

    2009–2016

    Engines and gearboxes: BMW N20, BMW N54/N55, BMW N52 / N53

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.8 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  3. BMW Z4 G29

    2018–2026

    Engines and gearboxes: BMW B58

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    7.1 out of 10MotorFiable Score

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