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BMW Z4 (2003-CURRENT)

We Say...
A far cry from the hairdresser days of the Z3, the flamed and concaved Z4 is controversially stylish. It handles pretty solidly too, if you can forgive its harsh ride. 2.5-liter engine lacks punch, but at least the 3.0-liter is now available. Both are mated to new 6-speed ATs. Closes the gap between Merc SLK and Porsche Boxster, but still can't match them.
Kart-like reflexes.
Rides like one.

Last Updated: March.14.2008

Ownership M Roadster 3.0si
Price P 6,100,000 P 4,820,000
Vehicle Classification Coupe / GT / Sports
Warranty 2 years / unlimited mileage
Under the Hood
Engine 3.2 DOHC 24V I6 3.0 DOHC 24V I6
Maximum Output (bhp @ rpm) 340 @ 7900 265 @ 6600
Maximum Torque (Nm @ rpm) 365 @ 4900 315 @ 2500-4000
Fuel Type / Recom. Octane Gasoline / 95~ Gasoline / 95~
Fuel System / Aspiration Valvetronic, Double VANOS, EFI / NA Valvetronic, EFI / NA
Fuel Mileage (km/L) 5.50 (mfg.) 7.81 (mfg.)
Transmission 6-speed MT 6-speed AT
Dimensions and Weights
Length (mm) 4091 4091
Width (mm) 1781 1781
Height (mm) 1299 1299
Wheelbase (mm) 2495 2495
Curb Weight (kg) 1525 1415
Body Type 2-door convertible 2-door convertible
Engine / Drive F/R F/R
Seating 2 2
Suspension and Tires
Front Suspension Independent, MacPherson Strut Independent, MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Independent, Multi-Link Independent, Multi-Link
Front Brakes Vented Disc Vented Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Disc Solid Disc
Tires 225/45 R 18 (f), 255/40 R 18 (r) 225/45 R 17 RFT (f & r)
Wheels Alloy 18 x 8.0 (f), Alloy 18 x 9.0 (r) Alloy 17 x 8.0 (f & r)
Safety Features
Airbags 4 4
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Yes, CBC (Corner Brake Control); DBC (Dynamic Brake Control) Yes, CBC (Corner Brake Control); DBC (Dynamic Brake Control)
Traction / Stability Control Yes, DSC (Dynamic Stability Control); DTC (Dynamic Traction Control), M Differential Lock Yes, DSC (Dynamic Stability Control); DTC (Dynamic Traction Control)
Other Safety Features None None
Exterior Features
Fog Lamps Front, rear Front, rear
Other Exterior Features 2.5i
Plus: quad exhaust tips (chrome)
Automatic HID headlamps; rain-sensing wipers; power folding roof (canvas)
Interior Features
Steering Wheel Adjustment Tilt/telescopic, manual Tilt/telescopic, manual
Steering Wheel Material Leather Leather
Seating Adjustment Electric Electric
Seating Surface Leather Leather
Other Interior Features 2.5i
Plus: none
Galvanized aluminum accents; engine start/stop button
Convenience Features
Power Amenities Steering (electric), door locks, windows and mirrors Steering (electric), door locks, windows and mirrors
Climate Control Auto, dual Auto, dual
Audio System Stereo/6-disc/MP3 with 10 speakers Stereo/6-disc/MP3 with 7 speakers
Other Convenience Features 2.5i
Plus: none
On-board computer (mileage, range, temperature, service indicator); keyless entry with alarm, central locking and immobilizer
Our Take
Rating **** ****
More Information Drive, BMW Z4 3.0i

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