If you love driving, this is the news you have been waiting for. BMW India has brought back the joy of a manual gearbox in a luxury sports car.

The BMW Z4 M40i Pure Impulse Edition is now available in India, and for the first time, it comes with a 6-speed manual transmission. This is a big deal because most luxury cars today only come with automatic gears. With the BMW Z4 production expected to end globally by March 2026, this might be your last chance to buy a brand-new German roadster with a stick shift.

Here is everything you need to know about the price, features, engine, and why this car is so special for Indian drivers.

What is the “Pure Impulse” Edition?

The “Pure Impulse” edition is a special version of the BMW Z4 M40i. The biggest highlight is the 6-speed manual gearbox. BMW built this version specifically for “purists”—drivers who want full control over the car’s power.

Unlike the standard automatic version, the manual variant gets unique tuning. The chassis (the car’s frame) has been tweaked to handle the manual gear shifts better. It also gets different springs and a reinforced anti-roll bar clamp at the front. This means the car feels sharper and more connected to the road when you are driving on twists and turns.

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Engine and Performance

Under the hood, the Z4 M40i packs serious power.

• Engine: 3.0-litre, 6-cylinder TwinPower Turbo petrol engine.
• Power: 340 hp (Horsepower).
• Torque: 500 Nm (Pulling power).
• 0 to 100 km/h: The manual version does it in 4.6 seconds (The automatic is slightly faster at 4.5 seconds).
• Top Speed: Electronically limited to 250 km/h.

While the automatic version is technically a fraction faster, the manual version offers a more engaging driving experience. You get to decide when to shift gears, making the drive feel more “alive.”

Design and Features: What’s New?

The Z4 is a convertible, meaning the roof can open up. The soft-top roof opens electrically in just 10 seconds, even when the car is moving at speeds up to 50 km/h.

Key Design Highlights:

• Staggered Wheels: For the first time, the Z4 gets different wheel sizes—19-inch alloy wheels at the front and larger 20-inch wheels at the rear. This improves grip and looks very sporty.
• Exclusive Colors: The Pure Impulse edition comes in special colors like Frozen Deep Green and Sanremo Green.
• Black Accents: The side mirrors, roll bars, and other trims are finished in High-Gloss Black.
• Red Brakes: It features M Sport brake calipers painted in red.

Interior Features: Inside, the manual version gets exclusive Cognac-colored leather upholstery with black piping. It looks premium and classic. You also get a 10.25-inch digital driver display, a Harman Kardon surround sound system, and a Head-Up Display (HUD) that projects speed onto the windshield.

BMW Z4 Price in India (2026 Update)

Pricing for the BMW Z4 has seen some adjustments recently due to GST updates.

• BMW Z4 M40i (Automatic): Approx. Rs 87.90 Lakh (Ex-showroom)
• BMW Z4 M40i Pure Impulse (Manual): Approx. Rs 92.60 Lakh (Ex-showroom)

Note: On-road prices will be higher depending on your state taxes and insurance.

The End of an Era: Final Edition

It is important to know that the current generation of the BMW Z4 is nearing the end of its life cycle. Reports suggest that BMW will stop producing the Z4 globally around March 2026.

To mark this farewell, BMW has also revealed a “Final Edition” globally. However, for Indian buyers right now, the Pure Impulse Manual is the top-tier model available to order. If you have always dreamed of owning a BMW convertible, waiting might not be a good idea.

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