After some rumors, BMW now seems willing to equip the Z4 M40i with a six-speed manual transmission, the same one used by the M2, in a way that pleases the purists. If confirmed, this will be the first time that the current generation of the Z4, launched in 2019, will have a clutch pedal.
It is worth remembering that the current Z4 M40i uses an eight-speed automatic gearbox from ZF, which is coupled to BMW’s turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine, producing 335 hp.
In this way, BMW follows the same steps as Toyota, which decided to equip the GR Supra with a six-speed manual gearbox last year. However, it is certain that the Z4 M40i will not use Toyota’s manual transmission.
BMW has not yet revealed whether the manual variant of the Z4 M40i will be produced in limited numbers or if it will be available in all markets.
