Compare 2016 BMW Z4 specifications by trim levels
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Z4 is a 2-seat from BMW, which first hit the market back in 2003.
With the price tag ranging from $49,250 to $65,800, the BMW Z4 faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Audi TT RS.
The BMW Z4 has a maximum towing capacity of 999 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The BMW Z4 boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 24 to 34 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 70.50mm x 166.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2016 BMW Z4
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Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal
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Wheelbase: 98.3 in
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MPG: 22 city/34 hwy
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0-60 mph: 5.6 sec
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Ground clearance: 5 in
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Engine: 2.0L I-4
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Towing capacity: 999 lbs
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Curb: 3263 lbs
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Tires: P225/45VR17.0 BSW run flat performance
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Cargo: 8 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 2
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 166.9 x 70.5 x 50.6
2016 BMW Z4 Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The BMW Z4 is offered in 3 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about BMW Z4 safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the BMW Z4 specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Doors 2
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Engine
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Engine 2.0L I-4,3.0L I-6 DOHC
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Horsepower 240 hp @ 5000 –
335 hp @ 5900 -
Torque 260 lb-ft. –
332 lb-ft. -
Charge system intercooled turbo
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Transmission 6-spd man w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 4.8 - 5.6 sec
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1/4 mile time 13.3 - 14.3 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 166.9 in
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Width 70.5 in
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Height 50.8 in
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Wheelbase 98.3 in
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Curb Weight 3263 lbs
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GVWR 3858 lbs
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Towing capacity 999 lbs
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Ground clearance 5 in
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Turning radius 17.5 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 2
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 14.5 gal
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City 17 - 22 mpg
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Combined 21 - 29 mpg
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Highway 24 - 34 mpg
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Highway range 348 - 493 mi
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WARRANTY
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Powertrain Warranty 48 months/50,000 miles mths/miles
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Specifications 
sDrive28i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35is 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
Exterior length | ||
166.9 " in | 166.9 " in | 166.9 " in |
Exterior body width | ||
70.5 " in | 70.5 " in | 70.5 " in |
Exterior height | ||
50.8 " in | 50.8 " in | 50.6 " in |
Horsepower | ||
240 @ 5,000 rpm | 300 @ 5,800 rpm | 335 @ 5,900 rpm |
Torque | ||
260 @ 1,250 rpm | 300 @ 1,400 rpm | 332 @ 1,500 rpm |
Fuel economy - city | ||
22 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg |
Fuel economy - highway | ||
34 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | ||
7.0 seconds | 6.3 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
1/4 mile time | ||
15.6 seconds | 14.6 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
1/4 mile speed | ||
88 mph | 93 mph | 97 mph |
Lateral acceleration (g) | ||
.9 | .9 | .9 |
Slalom speed | ||
62 mph | 62 mph | 61 mph |
Bore-and-Stroke | ||
3.31/3.55 " | 3.31/3.53 " | 3.31/3.53 " |
Curb weight | ||
3,263 lbs. | 3,549 lbs. | – |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | ||
3,858 lbs. | 4,178 lbs. | – |
Wheelbase | ||
98.3 " in | 98.3 " in | 98.3 " in |
Front track | ||
59.5 " | 59.5 " | 59.5 " |
Rear track | ||
61.4 " | 60.5 " | 60.5 " |
Turning radius | ||
17.5 '' | 17.5 '' | 17.5 '' |
Front legroom | ||
42.2 " in | 42.2 " in | 42.2 " in |
Front headroom | ||
39.1 " in | 39.1 " in | 39.1 " in |
Front shoulder room | ||
53.3 " in | 53.3 " in | 53.3 " in |
Luggage volume | ||
8.0 cu.ft. | 8.0 cu.ft. | 8.0 cu.ft. |
Luggage volume (max) | ||
8.0 cu.ft. | 8.0 cu.ft. | 8.0 cu.ft. |
Fuel tank | ||
14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
Payload | ||
562 lbs. | 562 lbs. | 562 lbs. |
Drag coefficient | ||
.34 | .35 | .35 |
Interior Features 
sDrive28i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35is 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
Air conditioning, front | ||
dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
Clock | ||
in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
Cupholders | ||
front | front | front |
Gear shift knob trim | ||
leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
12V DC power outlet | ||
1 | 1 | 1 |
Floor console | ||
full | full | full |
Floor mats | ||
carpet front | carpet front | carpet front |
Front windows | ||
power | power | power |
Rear windows | ||
power | power | power |
1-touch window up | ||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
1-touch window down | ||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | ||
analog | analog | analog |
Lighting - map lights | ||
front | front | front |
Lighting - dome light | ||
fade | fade | fade |
Rear view mirror | ||
auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | ||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Remote trunk release | ||
power | power | power |
Seatback storage pockets | ||
2 | 2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | ||
leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
Lighter elements | ||
front | front | front |
Exterior Features 
sDrive28i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35is 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
Antenna | ||
fixed | fixed | fixed |
Body material | ||
galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum |
Paint | ||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | ||
black w/chrome surround | colored w/chrome surround | colored w/chrome surround |
Fog/driving lights | ||
front | front | front |
Door count | ||
2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Rear cargo door | ||
trunk | trunk | trunk |
Tinted windows | ||
light | light | light |
Rear window type | ||
fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | ||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Front tires | ||
P225/45VR17.0 BSW run flat performance | P225/40WR18.0 BSW run flat performance | P225/40WR18.0 BSW run flat performance |
Wheels | ||
17" silver aluminum | 18" silver aluminum | 18" silver aluminum |
Windshield wipers - front | ||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Mirrors, auto dimming | ||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Tires - rear | ||
255/35WR10 | 255/35WR18 | 255/35WR18 |
Convertible top | ||
power | power | power |
Convertible hardtop | ||
retractable | retractable | retractable |
Seats 
sDrive28i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35is 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
Front seat type | ||
sport | sport | sport |
Standard seating | ||
2 passengers | 2 passengers | 2 passengers |
Front driver seat direction controls | ||
8-way power | 10-way power | 10-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | ||
8-way power | 10-way power | 10-way power |
Lumbar support | ||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Front armrests | ||
center | center | center |
Front head restraints | ||
fixed | fixed | fixed |
Heated front seats | ||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Memory | ||
driver | driver | driver |
Seat trim | ||
Sensatec leatherette | leather | leather |
Entertainment System 
sDrive28i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35is 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
Radio | ||
AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, seek-scan | AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, seek-scan | AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, seek-scan |
CD player | ||
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | ||
11 | 11 | 14 performance |
Amplifier | ||
premium | – | – |
Navigation system | ||
yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation |
1st row LCD screen | ||
1 | 1 | 1 |
Equalizer | ||
automatic | automatic | graphic |
Safety and Security Features 
sDrive28i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35is 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
Airbags, frontal | ||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | ||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Traction control | ||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | ||
front | front | front |
Headlights | ||
high intensity low/high beam, Bi-xenon | high intensity low/high beam, Bi-xenon | high intensity low/high beam, Bi-xenon |
Exterior light control | ||
fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
Door curb lights | ||
2 | 2 | 2 |
Remote keyless entry | ||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | ||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Airbags, knee protection | ||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | ||
BMW Assist eCall | BMW Assist eCall | BMW Assist eCall |
Mechanical Features 
sDrive28i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35is 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
Engine | ||
2.0L I-4 | 3.0L I-6 | 3.0L I-6 |
Engine - valvetrain | ||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Brakes | ||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | ||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | ||
rear-wheel | rear-wheel | rear-wheel |
Exhaust | ||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | ||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Speed sensitive steering | ||
Servotronic | Servotronic | Servotronic |
Suspension tuning | ||
regular | regular | regular |
Front suspension type | ||
strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | ||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | ||
coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | ||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | ||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | ||
coil | coil | coil |
Transmission | ||
6-spd man w/OD | 7-spd auto-shift man w/OD | 7-spd auto-shift man w/OD |
Axle ratio | ||
3.08 | 2.56 | 2.56 |
Turbocharger | ||
intercooled turbo | twin turbo | twin turbo |
Other Specs 
sDrive28i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35i 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
sDrive35is 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Roadster |
Maximum towing capacity | ||
999 lbs. | 999 lbs. | 999 lbs. |