First Moving Sights and Sounds of Z4 sDrive28i N20 Turbo 4 - New 2009 2010 BMW Z4

Jason · 08-21-2011, 11:04 AM

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1st Official Moving Sights and Sounds of Z4 sDrive28i N20 Turbo 4

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Here we have the first official BMW video of the z4 sDrive28i with its Twinpower Turbo 2.0L inline 4-cylinder N20 motor. While the exterior of the car remains the same, it's the sounds that makes the video interesting.

This is the first good official clip of the Z4 N20 engine and exhaust. Keep in mind that this won't necessarily be how the N20 will sound on the upcoming F10 528i and F30 328i, as each BMW's sound is tuned differently.

How does the Z4 N20 drive? The first reviews (Autoblog, C/D) began rolling in recently.

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OdomPHD · 08-21-2011, 04:04 PM

Love it!

gary88 · 08-21-2011, 04:29 PM

Not bad.

D335NUTZ · 08-21-2011, 04:36 PM

not bad for a 4 banger

if the MSRP was lower I might actually consider one...

roho3323 · 08-21-2011, 04:42 PM

The sound really matches the character of the car. I like it.

Hedoniste · 08-21-2011, 05:28 PM

Mom ordered a N20 X1 28i M Packet on saturday. She sold her X1 23d. I think that this N20 will sound better than the 23d

335iJWC · 08-21-2011, 06:42 PM

Cant wait till terry or the other tuners get a their hands on an N20. there is definetly good power potential.

knext21 · 08-21-2011, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wilazn

not bad for a 4 banger

if the MSRP was lower I might actually consider one...

What is the MSRP?

numba1guju · 08-21-2011, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by knext21

What is the MSRP?

50k

bimmerJP · 08-21-2011, 06:59 PM

No disappointment. That sound is actually pretty nice for a 4-cylinder.
Now I just need to test drive it!!

gasterus · 08-21-2011, 07:06 PM

sounds pretty throaty for a 4-pot

E92LNGCGY · 08-21-2011, 08:01 PM

Not bad at all. Doesn't sound like a 4 banger.

Trojan4evr · 08-21-2011, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 335iJWC

Cant wait till terry or the other tuners get a their hands on an N20. there is definetly good power potential.

Not really since as I recall it, the N20 is running on moderately high boost (17PSI?). Not sure what more can be done.

silentassasin · 08-21-2011, 08:33 PM

The front of the car looks good. The sound in the video was not in sync with the movement of the car.

Rupert330i · 08-21-2011, 08:38 PM

Reminds me of my dads slk230 from 98, not to bad at all

and 1 · 08-21-2011, 08:43 PM

i'm surprised how good it sounds, considering how turbo 4s usually sound

knext21 · 08-21-2011, 09:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by numba1guju

Quote:

Originally Posted by knext21

What is the MSRP?

50k

Wow seems pretty expensive for a 4 banger. Z4 or w.e, that's overpriced IMO

ralawren · 08-21-2011, 09:15 PM

I remember reading that BMW added an elctronic sound enhancer to make the N20 sound better. Did anyone else read the ssmething?

Propagator · 08-21-2011, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ralawren

I remember reading that BMW added an elctronic sound enhancer to make the N20 sound better. Did anyone else read the ssmething?

Quote:

In everyday driving, the N20 is noticeably more responsive, although its sound is nowhere near as alluring as that of the engine it replaces. BMW says that will be fixed on certain models, including on an updated Z4 sDrive28i, with the addition of an electronic sound generator.

Read more: http://www.autoweek.com/article/2011...#ixzz1VioRhlWj

Make sure you specify Italian V12 sound on your order sheet.

M3Monster · 08-21-2011, 10:18 PM

Looks and sounds good.

On a side note I drive that canyon once a week. It's located between Fillmore and Moorpark ca. It's the north end of SR-23.

Brucewonder · 08-21-2011, 11:02 PM

Sounds better than my m3, love the z4

IancoleTX · 08-21-2011, 11:17 PM

Sounds really good, nice and deep with some noticeable burbling and popping when the driver let off. Great for a 4cyl.

Now what is this sound generator nonsense about?

08-21-2011, 11:04 AM	#1
Jason Administrator Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: IoT Posts: 13,981 iTrader: (0)	First Moving Sights and Sounds of Z4 sDrive28i N20 Turbo 4 BIMMERPOST NEWS 1st Official Moving Sights and Sounds of Z4 sDrive28i N20 Turbo 4 40 COMMENTS Tweet Here we have the first official BMW video of the z4 sDrive28i with its Twinpower Turbo 2.0L inline 4-cylinder N20 motor. While the exterior of the car remains the same, it's the sounds that makes the video interesting. This is the first good official clip of the Z4 N20 engine and exhaust. Keep in mind that this won't necessarily be how the N20 will sound on the upcoming F10 528i and F30 328i, as each BMW's sound is tuned differently. How does the Z4 N20 drive? The first reviews (Autoblog, C/D) began rolling in recently. Share this story OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE BMW Z4 GT3 Takes Second Place at Nurburgring 24 Hours Race Pre-Race CarPron ALMS BMW Z4 GTE by Drive/Shakedown 2014 Model Price Guides (US) for 3 Series Touring, 6 Series, M6, X1, X3, X6 and Z4
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08-21-2011, 04:29 PM	#3
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08-21-2011, 04:36 PM	#4
D335NUTZ The Blue Beast Drives: 2008 E92 335xi in Montego Blue Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Queens, New York Posts: 5,669 iTrader: (7)	not bad for a 4 banger if the MSRP was lower I might actually consider one... __________________ Cobb AP Stage 2+ \| BMS DCI \| UR Catless DP \| UR Chargepipe \| Tial BV 50mm \| BSH OCC \| ETS FMIC \| Eisenmann Race Exhaust \| H&R Sports Springs \| Bilstein Sport Struts \| Volk TE37 TC Kline Ed. Last edited by D335NUTZ; 08-21-2011 at 04:59 PM.

08-21-2011, 04:42 PM	#5
roho3323 The Professor Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Michigan, USA Posts: 655 iTrader: (14)	The sound really matches the character of the car. I like it. __________________ 2010 BMW M6 (12,000 mile garage queen) 2007 BMW 335i (daily driver) 2012 Audi S4 (recently sold)

08-21-2011, 05:28 PM	#6
Hedoniste aka Ludo Drives: 2011 M3 ZCP 6MT Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Switzerland Posts: 306 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW M3 [0.00]	N20 Mom ordered a N20 X1 28i M Packet on saturday. She sold her X1 23d. I think that this N20 will sound better than the 23d __________________ 2011 Mineral White BMW M3 Coupe ZCP \| Akrapovic Slip-On \| M Performance Sport Pads Gone but not forgotten: BMW Z4M Coupe \| Porsche 968 \| Porsche 944 \|

08-21-2011, 04:04 PM	#2
OdomPHD I break for no one Drives: e9o "Vanity 2" Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NW Florida, USA Posts: 383 iTrader: (0)	Love it!

08-21-2011, 06:42 PM	#7
335iJWC ~~~ Drives: JB 335i-M3 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Simi Valley Posts: 584 iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [4.50]	Cant wait till terry or the other tuners get a their hands on an N20. there is definetly good power potential.

08-21-2011, 06:59 PM	#10
bimmerJP First Lieutenant Drives: 2008 e90 335i Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas, the United States of America, Planet Earth, Universe Posts: 347 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [2.50]	No disappointment. That sound is actually pretty nice for a 4-cylinder. Now I just need to test drive it!!

08-21-2011, 07:06 PM	#11
gasterus Private First Class Drives: M6 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Indonesia Posts: 184 iTrader: (0)	sounds pretty throaty for a 4-pot __________________ 07 M6 blk/blk, Racing Dynamics RS58 stroker with custom ECU tune, Primary cat bypassed+Akrapovic Evolution exhaust, BMC air filters, RPI air scoops, H&R springs, Dinan FRC & rear sway bar, 20" AC Schnitzer V 08 E92 M3 sparkling graphite/red, Competition pack, Innotech exhaust

08-21-2011, 08:01 PM	#12
E92LNGCGY Captain Drives: E92/F25 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 676 iTrader: (0)	Not bad at all. Doesn't sound like a 4 banger. __________________ Looking to buy or sell property in Alberta? Drop me a line to see what I can do for you. Urban Realty - Leslie Ng - 403-807-6248 or leslieng168@gmail.com

08-21-2011, 08:33 PM	#14
silentassasin Major Drives: '07 BMW E90 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 1,012 iTrader: (0)	The front of the car looks good. The sound in the video was not in sync with the movement of the car. __________________

08-21-2011, 08:38 PM	#15
Rupert330i New Member Drives: Electric Red '06 330i Sport Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 18 iTrader: (0)	Reminds me of my dads slk230 from 98, not to bad at all

08-21-2011, 08:43 PM	#16
and 1 winter mode Drives: 08 135i, 88 M3 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Somerville, MA Posts: 2,058 iTrader: (0) Garage List 1988 BMW M3 [0.00] 2008 135i [3.75]	i'm surprised how good it sounds, considering how turbo 4s usually sound __________________ 88 M3: BMWCCA J Sport 08 135: because streetcar

08-21-2011, 09:15 PM	#18
ralawren Private Drives: 2010 128i Arctic White, Sport Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Damascus, MD Posts: 67 iTrader: (0)	BMW Enhancing the sound I remember reading that BMW added an elctronic sound enhancer to make the N20 sound better. Did anyone else read the ssmething?

08-21-2011, 10:18 PM	#20
M3Monster Private Drives: 2011 E90 M3 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Valencia, Ca Posts: 63 iTrader: (0)	Looks and sounds good. On a side note I drive that canyon once a week. It's located between Fillmore and Moorpark ca. It's the north end of SR-23.

08-21-2011, 11:02 PM	#21
Brucewonder Major Drives: 2011 E92 M3 yea boi Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Socal Posts: 1,469 iTrader: (4)	Sounds better than my m3, love the z4 __________________ 2011.5 E92 ///M3 SSII/FR

08-21-2011, 11:17 PM	#22
IancoleTX Dillo boxers Drives: BMW Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: USA Posts: 2,872 iTrader: (12)	Sounds really good, nice and deep with some noticeable burbling and popping when the driver let off. Great for a 4cyl. Now what is this sound generator nonsense about? __________________ 2011 135i 6MT - Alpine White / Savannah Beige

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