2002-2008 Z4 OverviewBMW Z4 Overview (2002 - 2008)
E85 / E86
Tech Specs Summary
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- 137 - 155 mph
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- 5.0 - 8.2 seconds
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- 148 - 338 BHP
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- 23.3 - 37.7 mpg
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- 1,325 - 1,495 kg
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- 220 - 260 L (Convertible)
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- 245 - 285 L (Coupé)
This generation of the BMW Z4 (E85 / E86) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 2002 - 2008. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a convertible or coupé. There are many power levels available from either a 2 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 3 L Inline 6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Z4 is the BMW Z4 M Roadster which scores 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 338 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 228 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 5.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW Z4 Coupé 3.0si is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 383 miles and can store 285 litres of cargo.
Euro NCAP Results
