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Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Production years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006

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The BMW Z4 arrived in 2002 to replace the BMW Z3 introduced in 1995. At first, the Z4 was only available as a roadster, however, in 2006, the German producer launched the coupe version.

The Z4’s body dimensions were larger and its wheelbase was longer and wider. The suspension was also upgraded to be stiffer and the car was equipped with a sport package which firmed up the steering. Some of the Z4’s elements were borrowed from the BMW’s 3 series such as the multilink suspension which was more advanced than the one used for the BMW Z3.

The steering no longer used the hydraulic pump and was replaced by an electric servo motor – the steering was controlled based on suspension movement and speed. Some might say that the steering stopped being that precise due to this change.

The Roadster (also called E85) had either a 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic transmission. The Coupe released in 2006 had a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic, equipped with shift paddles mounted on the steering column.

The BMW Z4 was offered with gasoline engines only, in 7 different cubic capacities and different power. The M version of the Coupe and the Roadster had the engine used for the M3, a 3.2-liter developing 343 hp. The standard featured a 6-speed manual gearbox.

BMW Z4 (E85) 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
  5 gasoline engines
  • 2.0i 5MT RWD (152 HP)
  • 2.2i 5MT RWD (173 HP)
  • 2.5i 5MT RWD (222 HP)
  • 3.0i 5AT RWD (231 HP)
  • 3.0i 6MT RWD (231 HP)

BMW Z4 (E85)
2.0i 5MT RWD (152 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0i 5MT RWD (152 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1995 cm3
Power:112 KW @ 6200 RPM
152 HP @ 6200 RPM
150 BHP @ 6200 RPM
Torque:148 lb-ft @ 3750 RPM
201 Nm @ 3750 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:136.7 mph (220 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):8.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:161.1 in (4092 mm)
Width:70.1 in (1781 mm)
Height:51.1 in (1298 mm)
Front/rear Track:58/60 in (1,473/1,524 mm)
Wheelbase:98.2 in (2494 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.5 cuFT (241 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2689.6 lbs (1220 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3351.2 lbs (1520 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:21.8 mpg US (10.8 L/100Km)
Highway:42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km)
Combined:31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:181 g/km

BMW Z4 (E85)
2.2i 5MT RWD (173 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.2i 5MT RWD (173 HP)
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:2171 cm3
Power:127 KW @ 6100 RPM
173 HP @ 6100 RPM
170 BHP @ 6100 RPM
Torque:155 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM
210 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:139.8 mph (225 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):7.7 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/50 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:161.1 in (4092 mm)
Width:70.1 in (1781 mm)
Height:51.1 in (1298 mm)
Front/rear Track:58/60 in (1,473/1,524 mm)
Wheelbase:98.2 in (2494 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.5 cuFT (241 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2921.6 lbs (1325 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3417.8 lbs (1550 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:18.4 mpg US (12.8 L/100Km)
Highway:35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km)
Combined:34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:214 g/km

BMW Z4 (E85)
2.5i 5MT RWD (222 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.5i 5MT RWD (222 HP)
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:2494 cm3
Power:163 KW @ 6000 RPM
222 HP @ 6000 RPM
219 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:181 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM
245 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:146 mph (235 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):7 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/50 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:161.1 in (4092 mm)
Width:70.1 in (1781 mm)
Height:51.1 in (1298 mm)
Front/rear Track:58/60 in (1,473/1,524 mm)
Wheelbase:98.2 in (2494 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.5 cuFT (241 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2943.7 lbs (1335 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3439.8 lbs (1560 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:18.8 mpg US (12.5 L/100Km)
Highway:34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km)
Combined:26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:216 g/km

BMW Z4 (E85)
3.0i 5AT RWD (231 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 3.0i 5AT RWD (231 HP)
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:2979 cm3
Power:170 KW @ 5900 RPM
231 HP @ 5900 RPM
228 BHP @ 5900 RPM
Torque:221 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM
300 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:155 mph (249 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):6.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/45 R17
DIMENSIONS
Length:161.1 in (4092 mm)
Width:70.1 in (1781 mm)
Height:51.1 in (1298 mm)
Front/rear Track:58/60 in (1,473/1,524 mm)
Wheelbase:98.2 in (2494 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.5 cuFT (241 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3009.8 lbs (1365 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3506 lbs (1590 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:17.4 mpg US (13.5 L/100Km)
Highway:32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km)
Combined:24.8 mpg US (9.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:221 g/km

BMW Z4 (E85)
3.0i 6MT RWD (231 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 3.0i 6MT RWD (231 HP)
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:2979 cm3
Power:170 KW @ 5900 RPM
231 HP @ 5900 RPM
228 BHP @ 5900 RPM
Torque:221 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM
300 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:155.3 mph (250 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):5.9 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/45 R17
DIMENSIONS
Length:161.1 in (4092 mm)
Width:70.1 in (1781 mm)
Height:51.1 in (1298 mm)
Front/rear Track:58/60 in (1,473/1,524 mm)
Wheelbase:98.2 in (2494 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.5 cuFT (241 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3009.8 lbs (1365 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3506 lbs (1590 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:17.4 mpg US (13.5 L/100Km)
Highway:35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km)
Combined:25.8 mpg US (9.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:221 g/km
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