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BMW Z4 Common
As of 2026 Q1, 40,431 BMW Z4s remain registered in the UK — still a familiar sight on today's roads. That's down from a peak of 40,446 in 2025 Q3 — only 100% of the high-water mark, a loss of about 15 cars. Unusually, the numbers are actually rising — up 63 (0.2%) over the past year, as imports and barn-finds rejoin the register faster than cars leave it.
Survivors over time
How rare is it?
Common — still a familiar sight, with 40,431 on the road.
Rarer than 8% of the 2,429 UK car models we track.
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About the Z4
The first generation of the BMW Z4 consists of the BMW E85 (roadster version) and BMW E86 (coupe version) sports cars. The E85/E86 generation was produced from 2002 to 2008. The E85/E86 replaced the Z3 and is the third model in the BMW Z Series. Initial models were in the roadster (E85) body style, with the coupé (E86) body style being added in 2006. In February 2009, the BMW Z4 (E89) began production as the successor to the E85/E86. As was its Z3 predecessor, the E85/E86 was manufactured in Greer, South Carolina. The M model, the Z4 M, is powered by the S54 straight-six engine.
BMW Z4 — questions & answers
How many BMW Z4 are left in the UK?
As of 2026 Q1, 40,431 BMW Z4 were still registered in the UK — 32,585 licensed and on the road, plus 7,846 declared SORN (off-road). The figures come from official DVLA vehicle licensing data.
Is the BMW Z4 rare?
The BMW Z4 is common, with 40,431 still on the road, making it rarer than 8% of the 2,429 UK car models we track.
Is the BMW Z4 increasing or decreasing?
Over the last year the number of BMW Z4 on UK roads rose by 63 (0.2%).
What fuel do most BMW Z4 use?
Most BMW Z4 run on petrol — about 100% of those still registered.
When did the BMW Z4 peak?
The BMW Z4 peaked at 40,446 registered in 2025 Q3, and was first recorded in the data in 2014 Q3.