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Used BMW Z4: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every BMW Z4 from 2010 to 2025, across 2 generations: what each year typically sells for (about $17,000 to $55,500), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2010–2016, 2019–2025.
2019–2025 BMW Z4
A soft-top roadster that shares its platform with the Toyota Supra.
Years to target: 2019–2025. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $33,500 | Target | Not rated | ~60,000 |
| 2020 | $35,500 | Target | Not rated | ~55,000 |
| 2021 | $38,500 | Target | Not rated | ~45,000 |
| 2022 | $41,500 | Target | Not rated | ~40,000 |
| 2023 | $44,500 | Target | Not rated | ~30,000 |
| 2024 | $48,500 | Target | Not rated | ~20,000 |
| 2025 | $55,500 | Target | Not rated | ~15,000 |
Worth knowing
- A manual only arrived late in the run. Cargo space is limited and repair costs are high out of warranty.
- It requires premium fuel.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the M40i: it adds a 382 hp turbo six, adaptive suspension, a limited-slip differential and bigger brakes over the four-cylinder sDrive30i.
On the test drive
Pay for an inspection at an independent shop that specializes in the brand. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: standard from the start of this generation (2019).
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2019, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Lexus RC 2023–2024 · $41,500–$46,000
- Porsche Boxster / Cayman 2013–2015 · $41,000–$47,000
- Ford Mustang 2024–2025 · $40,500–$41,500
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2010–2016 BMW Z4
A folding-hardtop roadster with smooth turbo engines and a comfortable, grand touring feel.
Years to target: 2010–2016. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $17,000 | Target | Not rated | ~135,000 |
| 2011 | $17,500 | Target | Not rated | ~125,000 |
| 2012 | $19,000 | Target | Not rated | ~120,000 |
| 2013 | $19,500 | Target | Not rated | ~110,000 |
| 2014 | $21,500 | Target | Not rated | ~100,000 |
| 2015 | $22,500 | Target | Not rated | ~95,000 |
| 2016 | $24,500 | Target | Not rated | ~85,000 |
Worth knowing
- Four-cylinder models from about 2012 to 2015 share the timing chain guide concern of other BMWs. Test the roof operation fully.
- It requires premium fuel.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the sDrive35i: its twin-turbo inline-six is far stronger than the engines in the 28i or 30i; also check for the Premium package and navigation.
On the test drive
Pay for an inspection at an independent shop that specializes in the brand. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Lexus RC 2015–2016 · $19,000–$21,000
- Nissan 370Z 2014–2018 · $18,000–$22,000
- Mazda MX-5 Miata 2014–2015 · $17,500–$19,000
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.