BMW Z4 Roadster

2002 – 2006 Roadster · Convertible Germany

BMW built the Z4 Roadster from 2002 to 2006. All 5 variants use petrol engines, from 152 to 231 hp. The fastest version needs 5.9 s to reach 100 km/h. The fastest versions reach 250 km/h. The same generation also came as a coupé.

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Body styleRoadster · Convertible

Production2002 – 2006

Variants5

FuelPetrol

Other body styles

Coupé 2006 – 2009

Key specifications (range)

Power152 – 231 hp

0–100 km/h5.9 – 8.2 s

Top speed220 – 250 km/h

Fuel economy6.9 – 9.5 L/100 km

Rear Wheel Drive

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Opel Speedster2001 – 2005 up to200 hp

Variant	Fuel	Power	0–100	Top	Gearbox
2.0L 5MT RWD (152 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	152 hp	8.2 s	220	5-Speed manual
2.2L 5MT RWD (173 HP) 2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	173 hp	7.7 s	225	5-Speed manual
2.5L 5MT RWD (222 HP) 2.5 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	222 hp	7.0 s	235	5-Speed manual
3.0L 5AT RWD (231 HP) 3.0 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	231 hp	6.2 s	249	5-speed automatic
3.0L 6MT RWD (231 HP) 3.0 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	231 hp	5.9 s	250	6-speed manual

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1995 cm3 (122 ci)
Power: 112 KW @ 6200 RPM152 HP @ 6200 RPM150 BHP @ 6200 RPM
Torque: 148 lb-ft @ 3750 RPM201 Nm @ 3750 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 136.7 mph (220 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 8.2 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Ventilated Discs

Tires

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

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

Engine

Cylinders: L6
Displacement: 2171 cm3 (132 ci)
Power: 127 KW @ 6100 RPM173 HP @ 6100 RPM170 BHP @ 6100 RPM
Torque: 155 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM210 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 139.8 mph (225 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 7.7 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Ventilated Discs

Tires

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

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

Engine

Cylinders: L6
Displacement: 2494 cm3 (152 ci)
Power: 163 KW @ 6000 RPM222 HP @ 6000 RPM219 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 181 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM245 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 146 mph (235 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 7 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Ventilated Discs

Tires

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

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

Engine

Cylinders: L6
Displacement: 2979 cm3 (182 ci)
Power: 170 KW @ 5900 RPM231 HP @ 5900 RPM228 BHP @ 5900 RPM
Torque: 221 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM300 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 155 mph (249 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 6.2 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Ventilated Discs

Tires

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

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

Engine

Cylinders: L6
Displacement: 2979 cm3 (182 ci)
Power: 170 KW @ 5900 RPM231 HP @ 5900 RPM228 BHP @ 5900 RPM
Torque: 221 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM300 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 155.3 mph (250 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 5.9 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Ventilated Discs

Tires

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

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

Length4,092 mm

Width1,781 mm

Height1,298 mm

Wheelbase2,494 mm

Curb weight1,220 – 1,365 kg

Torque201 – 300 Nm

Ranges across all 5 variants of this generation.