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3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Roadster, Petrol, RWD
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BMW Z4 Base (2011) price & specs
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Overview
The 2011 BMW Z4 Base is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Roadster that was released to the Australian market on 2nd May 2009 classified as a E89. The BMW Z4 is regarded as a sports car built in USA with prices starting at $116,898 before on-road costs.
This BMW Z4 is powered by a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine that has 225 kW of power (at 5800 rpm) and 400 Nm of torque (at 1300 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. BMW claims the Z4 Base uses 9.4L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 219g of CO2. It has a 55L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 585km per full tank
The BMW Z4 measures 1291mm (50.8 inches) in height, 4239mm (166.9 inches) in length, 1790mm (70.5 inches) in width with a 2496mm (98.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1505kg (3318.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The Z4 Base comes standard with 225/35 R18 front tyres and 255/35 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
104.9 - 163.93 kW/t
55.07 kW/t
224.14 kW/t
Boot Space
180 litres
112 litres
455 litres
Fuel Efficiency
8.2 - 9.4 L/100km
4.7 L/100km
16.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
585 - 671 km
518 km
1,298 km
Price
$86,201 - $129,900
$22,990
$473,783
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
7 years
3 years
10 years
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Dimensions
4,239 mm
1,790 mm
1,291 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,239 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,790 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,291 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,496 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,700 mm |
| Load Capacity | 330 mm |
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Explore BMW Z4 Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 6.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 219
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.0
Engine (cc): 2979
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: N54b30o0
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 89.6
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 585
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 364
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 30
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 25
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 7.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 13.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 21
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 17
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.4
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 306
Maximum Power (kW): 225
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1300
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: G
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: 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 Load Index: 88
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 90
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
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): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Roadster
Platform Code: E90
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 6.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 180
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10700
Front Track (in): 59.5
Front Track (mm): 1511
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): -0.4
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): -10
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.1
Overall Height (in): 50.8
Overall Height (mm): 1291
Overall Length (in): 166.9
Overall Length (mm): 4239
Overall Width (in): 70.5
Overall Width (mm): 1790
Rear Track (in): 60.5
Rear Track (mm): 1537
Wheelbase (in): 98.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2496
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.1
Front Headroom (mm): 992
Front Hip Room (in): 56.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1439
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1354
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
Convertible Roof
Foldable Hard Top Rear Glass Window: yes
Foldable Hard Top Operation: Electric
Foldable Hard Top Type: Foldable Hard Top
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1835
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4046
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1505
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3318
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Boot Capacity: 6
Location: Boot
Boot Media Type: CD
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: DVD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 11
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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