Sneak peek: BMW Z5 coupe
2002-08-28 07:58
The computer-generated image above of the Z5 is based on photographs of the prototypes caught testing.
The BMW Z5 will combine features from the stunning new BMW Z4 roadster, which South Africans can expect to see on the Auto Africa Motor Show in October.
BMW is making sure that this new super coupe will give cars like the next generation Porsche 911 a run for its money.
According to rumours the Z5 will be build largely of aluminium and therefore the car will weigh less than a 1 000kg. This performance car will feature technology like the M3's sequential gearbox.
It will probably have the same engine range as its roadster sibling, which will be available with two high-torque six-cylinder power units.
The BMW Z4 will be available with a 3.0-litre 170 kW engine with a top speed of 250 km/h. A 2.5-litre unit will also be available which produces 141 kW and have a maximum speed of 235 km/h.
Click here for two more photos of the Z5.