BMW brings new Sportscar Z4 to India, Priced at Rs 59 Lakhs

German luxury car maker BMW today launched Z4 Roadster in India. The Sportscar is priced at Rs 59 lakh (ex-showroom).

The two-seater sports-car powered by a 2,979 cc petrol engine is being launched as a part of the company's move to strengthen its position in the Indian luxury car segment.

The company is targeting to sell 30-40 units of the Z4 Roadster in the first year.

The company is currently competing neck-to-neck with rival German luxury car maker Mercedes-Benz for the top slot in the Indian luxury-car market. During the first eight months (January- August) of 2009, BMW had sold 2,305 units against 2,026 of Mercedes.

BMW Z4 to be launched in India in October at Rs 50-60 Lakhs

The BMW Z4 two-seater roadster which was displayed at the North American International Show this year, will enter India via CBU route next month. It will be priced at around 50-60 lakh rupees, acc to a company official.

The 6-cylinder BMW Z4 engine line-up -
- 2,497 cc – 204 PS@6400rpm and 250 Nm@2750rpm
- 2,996 cc – 258 PS@6600rpm and 310 Nm@2600rpm
- 2,979 cc – 306 PS@5800rpm and 400Nm@1300-5000rpm twin-turbocharged

The new BMW Z4 sports features like retractable hard top and sDrive technology for better driving experience. Performance parameters include a top speed of 250 kph and a 0-100 kph rev-up in 5.8 seconds.