BMW Z4 Final Edition revealed ahead of its 2026 production end

BMW announces the Z4 Final Edition as production ends in 2026. Learn about its features, history and final timeline in this official update presented by the BMW Group.

The BMW Z4 Final Edition marks the last chance to order the brand’s iconic roadster before production ends in March 2026. BMW has confirmed that this version will be available only for a short period starting in late January 2026, turning the limited ordering window into a key factor behind its potential appeal to collectors.

This Final Edition comes with a set of distinctive design elements. The exclusive Frozen Matt Black finish and the High-gloss Shadowline details create a strong visual contrast, while the red M Sport brakes add a striking accent. Inside, the theme continues with red contrast stitching running across the dashboard, centre console and door panels, complemented by an M Alcantara steering wheel and specially designed door sills. Customers may also choose any other standard Z4 colour at no extra cost, with Frozen Matt Black remaining the only exclusive shade.

The Final Edition is offered across all three Z4 variants — the sDrive20i, sDrive30i and the M40i. In Europe, the package is priced at 4,200 euros, or 7,400 euros for the sDrive20i due to the addition of the M Sport package. For the United States, the Final Edition has been announced with a fixed price of 78,675 dollars, with buyers able to choose between a manual or automatic transmission.

The release of the Final Edition also highlights the model’s broader history. The first Z4 arrived in 2002 as the successor to the Z3, earning a reputation as a classic driver’s car. The second generation introduced a retractable hardtop and a more comfort-oriented character, while the third generation returned to a soft-top design and became part of a joint engineering project with Toyota, resulting in the related GR Supra. Today, production of the current Z4 takes place at the Magna Steyr plant in Austria.

BMW’s decision to discontinue the Z4 reflects wider market trends: demand for two-seat sports roadsters has been shrinking for years, and industry publications note that the segment’s decline has made it difficult to justify a successor. Although interest briefly increased after the introduction of a manual-equipped version, the uplift was not enough to reverse the long-term trajectory.

The Final Edition concludes nearly two decades of Z4 history. The model leaves behind a legacy that ranges from classic roadster proportions to collaborative engineering efforts. And while BMW has not announced any plans for a successor, the essence of a compact two-seat sports car remains an enduring part of the brand’s identity.