BMW Z4 Convertible - Generation 1.2 (2006-2009)
BMW Z4 CONVERTIBLE (2006-2009)
An update done in 2006 gave birth to a revised 2.5 and 3.0 engines (the manual was dropped) and an M version. This generation lasted until 2009 where a second generation model was launched.
| OWNERSHIP DETAILS | M Roadster | 3.0si | 2.5i |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years Available | March 2008-September 2009 | September 2006-September 2009 | September 2006-March 2008 |
| ENGINE SPECS | |||
| Engine | S54B32 3.2 DOHC 24V I6 | N52B30 3.0 DOHC 24V I6 | N52B25 2.5 DOHC 24V I6 |
| Horsepower | 340hp @ 7,900rpm | 265hp @ 6,600rpm | 177hp @ 6,000rpm |
| Torque | 365Nm @ 4,900rpm | 315Nm @ 2,500-4,000rpm | 230Nm @ 3,500-5,000rpm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline/95 Octane | Gasoline/95 Octane | Gasoline/95 Octane |
| Fuel System | Valvetronic Electronic Fuel Injection with Double VANOS | Valvetronic Electronic Fuel Injection | Valvetronic Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 Liters | 55 Liters | 55 Liters |
| DIMENSIONS | |||
| Length | 4,091mm | 4,091mm | 4,091mm |
| Width | 1,781mm | 1,781mm | 1,781mm |
| Height | 1,299mm | 1,299mm | 1,299mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495mm | 2,495mm | 2,495mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,525kg | 1,415kg | 1,375kg |
| Body Style | 2 Door Convertible | 2 Door Convertible | 2 Door Convertible |
| Engine/Drive Type | Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive | Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive | Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive |
| Seating | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| SUSPENSION & TIRES | |||
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut | McPherson Strut | McPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi Link | Multi Link | Multi Link |
| Front Brakes | Vented Disc | Vented Disc | Vented Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Tires | 225/45 R18 (Front), 255/40 R18 (Rear) | 225/45 R17, Run Flat Tires | 225/45 R17, Run Flat Tires |
| Wheels | 18 Inch Alloy | 17 Inch Alloy | 17 Inch Alloy |
| SAFETY | |||
| Airbags | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Yes, With Corner Brake Control and Dynamic Brake Control | Yes, With Corner Brake Control and Dynamic Brake Control | Yes, With Corner Brake Control and Dynamic Brake Control |
| Traction/Stability Control | Yes, Dynamic Stability Control and Dynamic Traction Control | Yes, Dynamic Stability Control and Dynamic Traction Control | Yes, Dynamic Stability Control and Dynamic Traction Control |
| Other Safety Features | None | None | None |
| EXTERIOR | |||
| Fog Lamps | Front and Rear | Front and Rear | Front and Rear |
| Other Exterior Features | Adds: Quad Chrome Exhaust Tips | Adds: Automatic HID Headlamps, Rain Sensing Wipers | Automatic Headlamps, Power Folding Top |
| INTERIOR | |||
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt/Telescopic | Tilt/Telescopic | Tilt/Telescopic |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Seating Adjustment | Power | Power | Power |
| Seating Material | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Other Interior Features | Adds: None | Adds: Engine Push Button Start | Galvanized Aluminum Accents |
| CONVENIENCE FEATURES | |||
| Power Amenities | Steering (Electric), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors | Steering (Electric), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors | Steering (Electric), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors |
| Climate Control | Automatic, Dual | Automatic, Dual | Automatic, Dual |
| Audio System | AM/FM/6 CD/MP3 | AM/FM/6 CD/MP3 | AM/FM/6 CD/MP3 |
| Speakers | 10 | 7 or 8 | 6 |
| Steering Wheel Controls | None | None | None |
| Alarm | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| NOTES | Rain sensing wipers and push button start added in March 2008. Downgraded to 7 speakers in March 2008. | ||
| RIVALS | Mercedes Benz SLK Class, Porsche Boxster |
