This is the Beautiful New BMW Z4 Concept

Photos of the new BMW Z4 Concept have surfaced online ahead of the roadster’s debut later today.

The concept features BMW’s evolutionary new design language, sporting a larger front grille and narrow headlamps that remind us of those seen on the BMW 8-Series Concept. The side profile appears carefully sculpted, with two character lines jetting toward the rear of the car. The back is similarly svelte and features a small lip spoiler, narrow taillights, and dual silver exhaust tips.

The cabin is akin to BMW’s current production cars with a large infotainment screen subtlely angled toward the driver and an alike dashboard layout. It blends both black Alcantara and orange leather for an attractive two-tone look that manages to look both sporty and luxurious. A chunky, flat bottom steering wheel with a white 12 o’clock marking hammers home the car’s sporting aspirations.

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This is only a design study, so it’s reasonable to assume the production Z4 will be a bit dialed back compared to what you’re seeing here. Speaking of which, the production car is rumored to arrive early next year – perhaps at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show in March. It should arrive with turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and 3.0-liter inline-six engines on offer, which will be available with either a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission.

Stay tuned for more information on the BMW Z4 Concept once it debuts later today.

[Source: Autocar]