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EPA Classification | Two-Seater |
Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
Engine Order Code | N/A |
Engine Type and Required Fuel | Gas I6 |
Displacement (liters/cubic inches) | 3.0L/183 |
Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection |
Maximum Horsepower @ RPM | 255 @ 6600 |
Maximum Torque @ RPM | 220 @ 2600 |
Cooling System Capacity (quarts) | N/A |
Transmission Order Code | N/A |
Transmission Description | Manual |
Number of Transmission Speeds | 6 |
First Gear Ratio (:1) | 3.50 |
Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.01 |
Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.31 |
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.81 |
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.70 |
Reverse Ratio (:1) | 3.19 |
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 4.27 |
Clutch Size | N/A |
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 5 |
CO2 Emissions, 15K mi/year (tons) | 8.5 |
Range, city/highway (miles) | 261.00 / 406.00 |
EPA Fuel Economy, combined/city/highway (mpg) | 22 / 18 / 28 |
Fuel Capacity / Gas Tank Size | 14.5 |
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons) | N/A |
Wheelbase (inches) | 98.3 |
Length (inches) | 167.0 |
Width, without mirrors (inches) | 70.5 |
Height (inches) | 50.8 |
Front Track Width (inches) | 59.5 |
Rear Track Width (inches) | 61.4 |
Minimum Ground Clearance (inches) | N/A |
Liftover Height (inches) | N/A |
Passenger / Seating Capacity | 2 |
Total Passenger Volume (cubic feet) | N/A |
Front Head Room (inches) | 39.1 |
Front Leg Room (inches) | 42.2 |
Front Shoulder Room (inches) | 53.3 |
Front Hip Room (inches) | N/A |
Second Row Head Room (inches) | N/A |
Second Row Leg Room (inches) | N/A |
Second Row Shoulder Room (inches) | N/A |
Second Row Hip Room (inches) | N/A |
Trunk Space (cubic feet) | 10.9/6.4 |
Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
Steering Ratio (:1) | 14.4 |
Turns, lock to lock | 3.0 |
Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet) | 35.1 |
Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet) | N/A |
Front Suspension Type | Strut-Type |
Rear Suspension Type | Central Link |
Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm) | N/A |
Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm) | N/A |
Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches) | N/A |
Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches) | N/A |
Brake Type | Pwr-Assisted |
Anti-Lock-Braking System | 4-Wheel |
Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches) | 13.0 x 0.9 |
Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches) | 11.8 x 0.8 |
Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches) | N/A |
Front Wheel Size (inches) | 17 x 8.0 |
Front Wheel Material | Alloy |
Front Tire Size | P225/45R17 |
Rear Wheel Size (inches) | 17 x 8.0 |
Rear Wheel Material | Alloy |
Rear Tire Size | P225/45R17 |
Spare Wheel Size (inches) | N/A |
Spare Wheel Material | N/A |
Spare Tire Size | N/A |
Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds) | N/A |
Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds) | N/A |
Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds) | N/A |
Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds) | N/A |
Base Curb Weight (pounds) | 3241 |
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F | N/A |
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 147 |
6-speed manual transmission (STD) |
3.0-liter, 255-horsepower, dual overhead cam (DOHC), inline 24-valve 6-cylinder engine with composite magnesium/aluminum engine block, Valvetronic, and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing |
Electronic throttle control |
Stronger electricity supply |
Rear wheel drive |
High-rigidity body/chassis unit with aluminum hood |
Front/rear tow hooks |
Driving Dynamics Control with normal, sport and sport+ modes |
Aluminum double-pivot spring and strut-type front suspension |
Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars |
Central Link rear suspension with cast-aluminum upper transverse links |
Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers |
Vehicle-speed-sensitive electric power steering with Servotronic power assist |
4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, ventilated front and rear |
Brake Energy Regeneration to convert kinetic energy into usable electrical power |
Star Spoke (Style 290) light alloy wheels 17 x 8.0 and 225/45 run-flat performance tires |
Retractable hardtop |
Xenon Adaptive Headlights with auto-leveling |
Adaptive Brake Lights |
Dual power outside mirrors |
Heated outside mirrors |
White side-turn indicator lenses |
Heated glass rear window |
Rain-sensing windshield wipers and Automatic headlight control |
Anti-theft AM/FM/CD Hi-fi audio system with Radio Data System and MP3 capabilities |
Auxiliary audio input adaptor for portable music players |
HD Radio with "multicast" FM station reception |
Satellite radio preparation |
6-way manually adjustable bucket seats |
Leatherette upholstery |
Center armrest |
3-spoke leather-wrapped adjustable multi-function sport steering wheel with audio and hands-free phone controls (if so equipped) |
LCD main and trip odometers |
Service Interval Indicator with miles-to-service readout |
4-function on-board computer |
Outside temperature display |
Power windows with "one-touch" push-pull open/close for driver |
Dynamic Cruise Control |
Remote keyless entry with remote trunk release |
Central locking system with double-lock anti-theft feature, selective unlocking and interior locking switch |
Coded Driveaway Protection |
Vehicle & Key Memory |
Electric interior trunk release |
Manual climate control with micro-filter ventilation |
Glove compartment; storage space in doors and behind seats |
2 cupholders in the center console beneath the center armrest plus a clip-in cupholder on the center console |
Auxiliary pwr outlet |
Silver Matte interior trim |
Driver/passenger vanity mirrors |
Welcome lights with fade-in/fade-out feature, and actuation from remote control |
Front reading lamps |
Cornering Brake Control (CBC) |
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant, Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features, with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) |
Daytime running lights |
Dual-airbag Supplementary Restraint System -inc: head protection chambers side-mounted airbags |
Side-impact airbags |
Mechanism for disabling the deployment of the front, knee and passenger's-side airbag; includes indicator light (see your BMW Z4 Roadster Owner's Manual for further details) |
Crash sensor activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery, automatically unlocks doors, and turns on hazard and interior lights |
BMW's Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of safety features |
Automatic safety-belt pretensioners |
Tire Pressure Monitor |
Active Knee Protection |
Emergency trunk release |
Rollover Protection System |
Basic | 4 Years/50,000 Miles 4 years/50,000 Maintenance Program |
Drivetrain | 4 Years/50,000 Miles |
Corrosion | 12 Years/Unlimited Miles |
Roadside Assistance | 4 Years/Unlimited Miles |
Maintenance | 4 Years/50,000 Miles |
