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BMW Z4: driving machine, yes. Ultimate? Image by Shane O' Donoghue.

BMW Z4: driving machine, yes. Ultimate?
You never get caught off cam with this engine; it really is elastic; and if you don't fancy wringing it out to the red line you still make rapid progress...

   


Reviews homepage -> BMW reviews -> 2003 BMW Z4 -> 2.5i SE manual technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 146
0-62 mph (seconds): 7.0

Urban mpg: 22.6
Extra urban mpg: 40.9
Combined mpg: 31.7
CO2 (g/km): 216


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4091
Height (mm): 1299
Width (mm): 1781
Wheelbase (mm): 2495
Front track (mm): 1473
Rear track (mm): 1523
Gross weight (kg): 1560
Kerb weight (kg): 1335
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 55


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: All-alloy straight-six engine mounted longitudinally in mid-front position.

Management: Digital Motor Electronics to EU3 emissions standard. Three-way catalytic converter, heated oxygen sensor, activated carbon filter, controlled tank purge.

Cubic capacity (cc): 2494
Bore x stroke (mm): 84.00 x 75.00
Valve gear: Double overhead camshafts with four valves per cylinder and double VANOS (variable valve timing on both cams). Hydraulic valve clearance compensation.
Max. power (bhp): 192 at 6000 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 181 at 3500 rpm

Transmission: Five-speed manual gearbox, driving through the rear wheels.


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: Single-joint spring strut front axle with anti-dive. Anti-roll bar.

Rear: Central arm rear axle with anti-squat and anti-dive. Anti-roll bar.

Steering: Speed-dependent electric power steering.

Brakes: Front: inner-vented discs. Rear: solid discs. Anti-lock brakes and Cornering Brake Control.

Wheels: 7J x 16" alloy in cross-spoke styling 104.

Tyres: 225/50 R16







 

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