2003-2008 BMW Z4: Technical Specifications
Updated: 11/23/08
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Specs for this generation BMW Z Series include everything from fuel mileage to seating capacity to options availability.
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | 2-door convertible | |
| Wheelbase, in. | 98.2 | |
| Overall Length, in. | 161.1 | |
| Overall Width, in. | 70.1 | |
| Overall Height, in. | 50.1 | |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 2932 | |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 9.5 | |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- | |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 14.5 | |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | |
| Front Head Room, in. | 37.3 | |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.0 | |
| Rear Head Room, in. | -- | |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | -- | |
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Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist. |
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Powertrain Options and Availability
BMW has offered two inline six-cylinder engines for the Z4. In the 2.5i, a 2.5-liter engine produces 184 horsepower, while the 3.0i holds a 3.0-liter six that makes 255 horsepower. Four transmissions have been available: a standard five-speed manual for the 2.5i (six-speed for the 3.0i), optional five-speed automatic for both, or a six-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox that combines the merits of a manual and automatic, and has no clutch pedal. For 2006, the 215-hp 3.0i replaces the 184-hp 2.5i as the base convertible. New for '06 is the 255-hp 3.0si in convertible and coupe form.
| Engines | cu. in |
Horse- power | Torque | Transmission: |
Consumer Guide Observed |
| dohc I6 | 2.5 / 152 | 184-215 | 175-185 | 5-speed manual: 20/28 6-speed manual: 20/30 6-speed automatic: 21/29 |
5-speed manual: 25.7 6-speed manual: -- 6-speed automatic: -- |
| dohc I6 | 3.0 / 183 | 255 | 220 | 6-speed manual: 20/30 6-speed automatic: 21/29 |
6-speed manual: 22.9 6-speed automatic: -- |
| dohc I6 | 3.2 / 198 | 330 | 262 | 6-speed manual: 16/24 | 6-speed manual: -- |
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Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist. |
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Built In: USA
Drive Wheels: longitudinal front-engine/rear-wheel drive








