In the end, roadster fanatics in the US can revel within the pleasure of rowing their very own gears with the 2025 BMW Z4 M40i. This three-pedal sports activities automotive, presumably among the many final newly launched BMWs ever to characteristic a handbook transmission, has lastly arrived. Nevertheless, it comes at a price. Nicknamed “Handschalter” (German for “hand shift”), the analog variant instructions a major premium of $3,500. We’ve already pushed the automotive so you can too learn our overview right here!

A Six-Pace Handbook from Toyota Supra

To sweeten the deal, BMW has added some engaging extras. The Z4 M40i Six-Pace Handbook boasts staggered wheels – a primary for this open-top efficiency machine – measuring 19 inches on the entrance and 20 inches on the rear. These two-tone M alloys are wrapped in 255/35 R19 96Y XL and 285/30 R20 99Y XL tires, respectively. Moreover, the engineers have fine-tuned the chassis particularly for this model, introducing notable modifications equivalent to distinctive auxiliary springs at each axles, a bolstered anti-roll bar clamp on the entrance, and a revised traction management system. BMW labored on the M Sport differential and carried out new software program for the variable sport steering.

Choosing the handbook transmission doesn’t imply sacrificing any energy. The “B58B30” engine continues to ship 382 hp between 5,800 – 6,500 rpm, with torque sustaining its degree at 369 lb-ft, kicking in from an an identical 1,800 rpm. Notably, the handbook mannequin gives full torque for longer, holding it till 5,000 rpm, whereas the automated model stops at 4,500 rpm. Moreover, the automotive sheds 29 kilos with the handbook gearbox swap.

As anticipated, the Z4 M40i geared up with the eight-speed automated transmission stays the faster automotive, reaching 60 mph in 3.9 seconds, in comparison with the six-speed handbook’s 4.2 seconds. Whatever the gearbox selection, each variants have an electronically capped prime velocity of 155 mph. BMW has already stated the modifications made to the handbook mannequin won’t be adopted by the automated model.

In accordance with BMW, the gearbox for the Z4 M40i has been developed in-house, incorporating “M-specific parts for the gear set and shafts.”However the total gearbox is similar one as within the Toyota Supra. The posh model additional notes that “the outer shift mechanism comprising the shift lever, its information, and the connection to the transmission” can be bespoke. It’s value mentioning that the mechanically associated Supra 3.0 coupe with the handbook employs an adaptation of the ZF transmission discovered within the Z4 sDrive20i, albeit modified by Toyota.

Frozen Deep Inexperienced Unique Shade

Along with the mechanical modifications, there are visible updates that distinguish the six-speed Z4 M40i from its Steptronic-equipped counterpart. The handbook variant receives the Prolonged Shadowline remedy, that includes quite a few shiny black accents. Curiously, if you happen to go for the automated variant, the San Remo Inexperienced metallic paint received’t be accessible, as BMW is providing it solely for the handbook mannequin. Alternatively, you’ll be able to select the $2,950 Particular person Frozen Deep Inexperienced metallic or any of the seven commonplace metallic paints. For many who want simplicity, there’s additionally a non-metallic Alpine White.

$3,500 Handschalter Bundle

Set to hit the market globally in March, the 2025 BMW Z4 M40i geared up with the six-speed handbook will include a price ticket that’s $3,500 larger than its eight-speed automated counterpart. This brings the MSRP to $69,950 earlier than further choices.

Whereas it may appear uncommon for BMW to cost extra for the handbook variant, it’s not with out precedent. The M2 G87, bought in Europe with a stick shift, additionally incurs an extra price in comparison with its automated counterpart. As an illustration, in Germany, prospects pay an additional €500 for the 6MT. Nevertheless, in the US, the second-generation coupe has the identical price whatever the transmission selection.

Toyota isn’t asking you to pay extra for the Supra 3.0 with the handbook because you’ll need to fork out the identical $56,495. That makes the Z4 M40i with the handbook roughly $14,000 pricier than its hardtop sibling.

Supply: BMW USA