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BMW Z4 Base (2013) price & specs
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Overview
The 2013 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 $79,900 before on-road costs.
This BMW Z4 is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 135 kW of power (at 5000 rpm) and 270 Nm of torque (at 1250 rpm) via an Eight-speed Automatic transmission. BMW claims the Z4 Base uses 6.8L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 159g of CO2. It has a 55L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 809km 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 1420kg (3130.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The Z4 Base comes standard with 225/40 R17 front tyres and 255/40 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
95.07 - 163.93 kW/t
68.45 kW/t
262.22 kW/t
Boot Space
180 litres
112 litres
455 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.8 - 9 L/100km
4.7 L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
611 - 809 km
396 km
1,404 km
Price
$77,500 - $120,000
$23,390
$182,500
Warranty (Years)
3 years
1 year
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
20,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
7 years
3 years
10 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,725 - 1,855 kg
1,640 kg
2,350 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
130 mm
108 mm
143 mm
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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
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Adjustment Head Restraint: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 4
Adjustment Settings: 3
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 7.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 159
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.0
Engine (cc): 1997
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.1
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: ?
Screen Size (in): 8.8
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 809
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 503
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 18.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 51
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 43
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.8
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 232
Maximum Speed (mph): 144
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 184
Maximum Power (kW): 135
Maximum Torque (Nm): 270
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
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
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
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 Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
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): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
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): 5.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 130
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): 61.4
Rear Track (mm): 1559
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
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
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
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
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 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): 1750
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3858
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1420
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3131
Tare Weight (kg): 1386
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Internet Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
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
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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