BMW Z3 Convertible - Generation 1 (1996-2003)

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BMW Z3 CONVERTIBLE (1996-2003)

BMW's first mass market convertible, the Z3 preceded the Z1. Initial models can be had with a 1.9 engine then a 2000 update brought in the 1.8 and 2.2 engines. Replaced by the Z4 in 2003.









OWNERSHIP DETAILS2.21.91.8
Years Available2000-March 20031996-20002000-2002
ENGINE SPECS
EngineM52B22 2.2 DOHC 24V I6M44B19 1.9 DOHC 16V I4M43B18 1.8 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower170hp @ 6,250rpm138hp @ 6,000rpm118hp @ 5,500rpm
Torque210Nm @ 3,500rpm180Nm @ 4,300rpm180Nm @ 3,00rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Transmission5-Speed Manual5-Speed Manual5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity51 Liters51 Liters51 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,026mm4,026mm4,026mm
Width1,740mm1,692mm1,740mm
Height1,293mm1,288mm1,293mm
Wheelbase2,446mm2,446mm2,446mm
Curb Weight1,345kg1,295kg
Body Style2 Door Convertible2 Door Convertible2 Door Convertible
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Rear Wheel DriveFront Engine/Rear Wheel DriveFront Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating222
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson StrutMcPherson StrutMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionZ-LinkZ-LinkZ-Link
Front BrakesVented DiscVented DiscVented Disc
Rear BrakesDiscDiscDisc
Tires225/50 R16225/50 R16205/60 R15
Wheels16 Inch Alloy16 Inch Alloy15 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags222
Anti-Lock BrakesYesYesYes
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Automatic Stability Control Plus TractionYes, Automatic Stability ControlYes, Automatic Stability Control Plus Traction
Other Safety FeaturesNoneNoneNone
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFrontFrontFront
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: Electronic Roof MechanismSemi Electronic Roof Mechanism
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherLeatherLeather
Seating AdjustmentManualManualManual
Seating MaterialLeatherLeatherFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: NoneAluminum Accents
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlAutomaticManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/Cassette/6 CDAM/FM/Cassette/6 CDAM/FM/Cassette/6 CD
Speakers666
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNoneNone
AlarmYesYesYes
Keyless EntryYesYesYes
NOTES
RIVALSMercedes Benz SLK Class, Porsche Boxster