The BMW Z4 is a 2-door car available at your BMW dealer. The Z4 came in five configurations: Roadster 3.0si, Roadster 3.0i, M Roadster, M Coupe, and Coupe 3.0si. The M Coupe configuration is powered by the 3.2-liter six-cylinder engine, which makes 28 highway miles and 18 - 19 city. The Z4 competes in the Coupe market segment, in direct competition with Hyundai.

BMW Z4 Engine Specs

The Z4 M Coupe is equipped with a BMW 3.2 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a ZF 6-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for BMW.

The fuel system for the 2008 Z4 is a traditional BMW MS, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 14.50 gallons.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Z4 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the Z4 M Coupe are 70.10 inches wide by 161.10 inches long. It sits 51.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 98.20 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $42,400, with a dealer invoice cost of $39,010. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000/48 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

Fuel Efficiency

The Z4 M Coupe received a miles-per-gallon rating of 18 - 19 in-city driving and twenty eight when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.

What We Think of the BMW Z4

The 2008 model year was telling year for the BMW Z4. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the M Coupe version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

Tags: 2-Door, BMW Z4, Coupe, M Coupe, United States market

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