Detroit preview: 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is (Video)

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Next month at the Detroit International Auto Show, BMW will show the public top of the range 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is. This is the closest thing to a Z4 M, unfortunately for Bimmer fans there won’t be a true M version of the new Z4 as it was with the previous one, all you can do is get the M Sport Package from spring 2010.

The Z4 sDriveis packs 335 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque 1,500 rpm to 4,500 rpm. With the Overboost function torque is increased by another 37 lb-ft. This temporary torque peak of 369 lb-ft gives the car a significant increase in acceleration.

0-60 mph comes in 4.7 seconds (preliminary). Top speed is limited electronically to 250 km/h or 155 mph. Further technologies offered under the BMW EfficientDynamics philosophy include Brake Energy Regeneration, Electric Power Steering, 7-speed Double-Clutch Transmission with special programming and on-demand operation of engine accessory units.

The BMW Z4 sDrive35is also includes new M Sport upgrades such as M Aerodynamics and adaptive M Suspension. The adaptive M Suspension combines a ride-height reduction of 10 millimeters with electronically controlled shock absorbers (Dynamic Damping Control) to improve the vehicle’s agility without compromising ride comfort.

The Z5 sDrive35is rides on special 18-inch light-alloy wheels in five-spoke design,19-inch light-alloy wheels are available as an option. In addition to its unique wheels, the new model is further distinguished by a striking front bumper with a matte aluminum trim bar in each outer air intake, a rear bumper with accentuated surrounds on the tailpipes, and a rear diffuser finished at top in body color and black textured surface underneath.

Interior is upgraded with M leather steering wheel with gearshift paddles, an M driver’s footrest, aluminum carbon trim, M door sill strips, and sport seats.

The BMW Z4 sDrive35is is available with a choice of six colors, the exterior mirror caps on the BMW Z4 sDrive35is are always Oxide Silver.