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The 2008 BMW Z4 Base is a rear-wheel drive, 3-door Coupe that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The BMW Z4 is regarded as a sport built in USA with prices starting at $140,000 before on-road costs.
This BMW Z4 is powered by a 3.2L 6-cylinder engine that has 252 kW of power (at 7900 rpm) and 365 Nm of torque (at 4900 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. It has a 55L fuel tank
The BMW Z4 measures 1283mm (50.5 inches) in height, 4113mm (161.9 inches) in length, 1781mm (70.1 inches) in width with a 2497mm (98.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1495kg (3295.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The Z4 Base comes standard with 225/40 R18 front tyres and 255/40 R18 rear tyres. It has a 24 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
139.78 - 169.7 kW/t
66.47 kW/t
186.71 kW/t
Boot Space
240 - 285 litres
112 litres
445 litres
Fuel Efficiency
8.6 - 12.1 L/100km
5 L/100km
12.4 L/100km
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,113 mm
1,781 mm
1,283 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,113 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,781 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,283 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,497 mm |
| Load Capacity | 235 mm |
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Explore BMW Z4 Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 292
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 91
Engine (cc): 3246
Compression Ratio: 11.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 3.2
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 87
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ECE 99/100 Combined (L/100km): 12.1
ECE 99/100 Combined (mpg): 19
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.6
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (mpg): 27
ECE 99/100 Standard: Ece 99/100
ECE 99/100 Urban (L/100km): 18.2
ECE 99/100 Urban (mpg): 13
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 343
Maximum Power (kW): 252
Maximum Torque (Nm): 365
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7900
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4900
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Transmission
Code: Getrag B+
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: E85
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.7
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 245
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 58.5
Front Track (mm): 1486
Overall Height (in): 50.5
Overall Height (mm): 1283
Overall Length (in): 161.9
Overall Length (mm): 4113
Overall Width (in): 70.1
Overall Width (mm): 1781
Rear Track (in): 59.7
Rear Track (mm): 1516
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 34.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10500
Wheelbase (in): 98.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2497
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.3
Front Headroom (mm): 948
Rear Headroom (in): 0
Rear Headroom (mm): 0
Front Hip Room (in): 55
Front Hip Room (mm): 1396
Rear Hip Room (in): 0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 0
Interior Height (in): 37.3
Interior Height (mm): 948
Rear Leg Room (in): 0
Rear Leg Room (mm): 0
Front Shoulder Room (in): 52.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1334
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 0
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Xenon
Lens Type: Projector Beam
Paint
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1730
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3814
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1495
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3296
Antenna
Type: Fixed Mast
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Boot Capacity: 6
Location: Boot
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 4
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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