The New BMW Z4 And Toyota Supra: Everything We Know So Far

A second report, this one coming from a proven source, counters that, saying the Supra will be offered with a pair of four-cylinders and an inline-six, though the US will only receive one four pot and the six. Which source to believe? It's hard to tell because both scenarios make sense. Up until a few days ago, we'd probably opt for the former, but this latest source further stated the two cars will have a lot more in common than originally thought. The Supra now appears to be little more than a "Toyota in name and body design only." Apparently, the Supra's interior consists of BMW parts bin components and will even use the "same options, same colors, same interior materials."

Available interior colors will include Glacier Silver, Atacama Yellow, and Crimson Red, all of which pay homage to the late 90s, early 2000s Supra. US–spec Supra interiors will either be covered in fabric, Alcantara, or leather. Wait? What? A fabric interior? Apparently so, and that's because the base Supra will be positioned even lower on the pricing spectrum than the base Z4. In fact, it's said to have manual seat adjustments and no navigation system. We were not expecting to hear that, nor the "name and body design only" news. A few months ago, there were indicators the Supra would have its own unique characteristics, from interior and exterior design to how it drives.

There were even some rumors of a hybrid powertrain. But that was then. If you compare the fresh batch of Z4 and Supra spy shots, you'll clearly see a remarkable resemblance, dimensions wise. In fact, save for the front and rear end styling, and hard or soft top, you're looking at nearly the same vehicle. Even the side mirrors look identical. Fortunately, the Supra looks like it'll have a front headlight design similar to the previous Supra's look, for those who appreciate nostalgia. The most recent Supra leak indicates we'll first see it as a concept called the Supra GRMN Racing Concept, complete with a massive rear wing. Could the Supra also be heading towards a racing career?

Maybe. We'd be cool with that. The Z4, however, because it's a roadster only, will likely keep to public roads only. So there you have it. That's everything relevant we know about both the new BMW Z4 and Toyota Supra. If these latest reports prove to be correct, then both will be more than just distant cousins, but rather first cousins with different faces. They still share the exact same genetic code.