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2016 BMW Z4

New from

$64,900 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

Not Available

Safety Rating

Not Available

Warranty

3 year, unlimited km

Fuel Efficiency

6.8 - 9 L / 100km

About the BMW Z4

Last updated Sep 26, 2025

The new BMW Z4 is a sports car offered in a 2D Convertible body style. Available in Australia from $64,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Edition Design Pure Traction variant and topping out at $119,700 for the Base.

There are 3 variants of the Z4 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in November of 2015.

Engine options include 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (135kW/270Nm) and 3.0L turbo petrol direct injection (250kW/500Nm). Available with 6-speed manual, 8-speed automatic or manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

The new 2016 Z4 is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

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Power to Weight

95.07 - 163.93 kW/t

70.74 kW/t

252.86 kW/t

Boot Space

180 litres

112 litres

455 litres

Fuel Efficiency

6.8 - 9 L/100km

4.3 L/100km

12 L/100km

Vehicle Range

611 - 809 km

396 km

1,500 km

Price

$64,900 - $119,700

$24,190

$502,500

Warranty (Years)

3 years

1 year

7 years

Warranty (Distance)

Unlimited

20,000 km

Unlimited

Years on Sale

6 years

2 years

9 years

Towing & Off-Road Capability

Gross Vehicle Weight

1,725 - 1,855 kg

1,141 kg

2,585 kg

Ground Clearance Unladen

130 mm

108 mm

149 mm

2016 BMW Z4 Price

Edition Design Pure Traction

Configuration	Price From*
2.0L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$64,900
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$64,900

Edition M Sport

Configuration	Price From*
2.0L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$64,900
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$64,900

Base

Configuration	Price From*
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$80,500
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$80,455
2.0L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$80,500
2.0L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$80,455
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$90,500
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$90,455
2.0L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$90,500
2.0L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$90,455
3.0L, 7-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$119,700
3.0L, 7-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$119,415

*excl. on-roads

All BMW Z4 Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2024	$99,200	$142,700
2023	$90,900	$139,800
2022	$88,900	$133,900
2021	$87,900	$129,900
2020	$84,900	$127,900

*excl. on-roads

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2016 BMW Z4 Specs

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Edition Design Pure Traction

Audio
- Connection External Aux Jack Front
- Connection External Usb Front
- Connection External Ipod Front
- Number Of Speakers: 6
- Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
- Speaker Subwoofer
- System Cd Player Reads Mp3
- System Colour Screen
- System Digital Radio
- System In-dash Cd
- System Radio Type: Am/fm
- Upgraded Speakers
Body exterior
- Body Type: Convertible
- Local Body Type: Roadster
- Local Number Of Doors: 2
- Number Of Doors: 2
- Platform Code: E90
- Wheelbase Type: Short
Brakes
- Number Of Disc Brakes: 4
- Number Of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Bumpers
- Front Location: Front
- Rear Location: Rear
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 95.07
Convenience
- Ashtray Front Illuminated
- Automatic Door Closing Rear Boot Hatch
- Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming
- Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection
- Cigar Lighter Front Seat Location: Front Seats
- Cigar Lighter Front Seats Illuminated
- Driver Modes Includes Engine Mapping
- Driver Modes Includes Stability Control
- Driver Modes Includes Steering
- Driver Modes Includes Traction Control
- Driver Vanity Mirror Illuminated
- Driver Vanity Mirror Location: Driver
- Front Ashtray Location: Front
- Front Entertainment Display Screen Location: Front
- Front Tv Entertainment Display Screen
- Internal Memory Storage Capacity (gb): 12.00
- Memorized Adjustment Head Restraint
- Memorized Door Mirror Position
- Memorized Steering Wheel Position
- Navigational Systems Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
- Navigational Systems Information Type: 3d And Voice
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 8.8
- Navigational Systems Traffic Info
- Number Of Memorized Adjustment Settings: 3
- Number Of Memorized Driver Seat Positions: 4
- Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
- Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor
- Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
- Parking Distance System Rear Type: Sensor
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Illuminated
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Location: Passenger
- Power Outlet Front Location (12v): Front
- Reading Lights Front Location: Front
- Reading Lights Rear Location: Rear
- Smart Card/smart Key Type: Manual
- Voice Activating System Includes Audio Player
- Voice Activating System Includes Navigation System
- Voice Activating System Includes Phone
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Iso
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 180
- External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.1
- Front Headroom (mm): 992
- Front Hip Room (mm): 1439
- Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1354
- Front Track (mm): 1511
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 130
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Front (in): 39.1
- Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front (in): 56.7
- Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Front (in): 53.3
- Overall Height (mm): 1291
- Overall Length (mm): 4239
- Overall Width (mm): 1790
- Rear Track (mm): 1562
- Wall To Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10700
- Wheelbase (mm): 2496
Doors
- Driver Door Location: Driver
- Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Exterior Door Handles Color: Body Colour
- Passenger Door Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Engine
- Bore Engine: 84.0
- Co2 Level (combined): 159
- Compressor: Turbo
- Emission Control Level Standard Met: Eu6
- Engine (l): 2.0
- Engine (cc): 1997
- Engine Code: N20b20u0
- Engine Configuration: In-line
- Number Of Cylinders: 4
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 4
- Stroke Engine: 90.1
- Variable Valve Timing Camshaft
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 55
- Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 95
- Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
- Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
- Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Instrumentation
- Computer Average Fuel Consumption
- Computer Average Speed
- Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
- Display Screen Location: ?
- Display Screen Size (in): 8.8
- Low Tire Pressure Indicator Displays Pressure Reading
- Number Of Display Screens: 1
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Leather
- Luxury Trim On Handbrake Grip: Alloy Or Alloy Look
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
- Upholstery Color: Multi Colour
Lights
- Headlight Control Dusk Sensor
- Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Automatic
- Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Bi-xenon
- Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Bi-xenon
- Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
- Led Lights Daytime Running Location: Day Time Running Lights
- Rear Led Lights Location: Rear Lights
Locks
- Anti-theft Protection Anti-lift
- Anti-theft Protection Interior Monitoring
- Anti-theft Protection Peripheral
- Anti-theft Protection Remote Operation
- Power Locks Operation: Remote
Paint
- External Color: White
- Type: Metallic
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 809
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 6.8
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 14.7
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 18.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 9.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 10.6
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 6.8
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 232
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 144
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 184
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 135
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 270
- Power Measurement Standard: Eec
- Power Primary Or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Roof
- Convertible Roof Foldable Hard Top Operation: Electric
- Convertible Roof Foldable Hard Top Rear Glass Window
- Convertible Roof Foldable Hard Top Type: Foldable Hard Top
- Convertible Roof Hard Type: Hard
- Convertible Roof Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
Safety
- Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
- Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
- Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Number Of Airbags: 4
- Side Airbag Front Head Protection
- Side Airbag Front Location: Front
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Heated
- Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Location: Driver
- Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment
- Driver Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 1
- Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
- Passenger Front Seat Heated
- Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Location: Passenger
- Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment
- Passenger Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 1
- Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Leather
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
- Seating Capacity: 2
- Seating Configuration: 2+0
Service
- Intermediate Service Variable Distance Period
Steering
- Power Steering Vehicle Speed Proportional
- Steering Wheel Height Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Storage
- Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Suspension
- Suspension Front Location: Front
- Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Front Type: Strut
- Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
- Suspension Rear Location: Rear
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Rear Type: Multi-link
- Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Transmission
- Drive Driven Wheels: Rear
- Transmission Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
- Transmission Gearchange Paddles
- Transmission Manual Mode
- Transmission Number Of Speeds: 8
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
- Transmission Type: Automatic
Ventilation
- Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
- Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 2
- Secondary Ventilation Controls Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
- Ventilation System Digital Display
Visibility
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Driver
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Electrically Foldable Mirrors Operation: Electric
- Front Electric Windows: Front
- Heated Driver Door Mirrors/cameras
- Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
- Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming
- Rear View Window Type: Fixed
Warranty
- Anti-corrosion Distance (km): Unlimited
- Anti-corrosion Duration (months): 144
- Oem Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Oem Powertrain Duration (months): 36
- Roadside Assistance Distance (km): Unlimited
- Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 36
- Total Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Powertrain Duration (months): 36
- Total Whole Vehicle Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Whole Vehicle Duration (months): 36
- Whole Vehicle Oem Distance (km): Unlimited
- Whole Vehicle Oem Duration (months): 36
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1750
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1420
- Tare Weight (kg): 1386
Wheels
- Front Wheels Location: Front
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 8.0
- Front Wheels Tire Location: Front
- Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
- Front Wheels Tire Run Flat
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
- Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
- Rear Wheels Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 8.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
- Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
- Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255

Edition M Sport

Adds to Edition Design Pure Traction:

Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Alloy
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Alloy
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Alloy
- Upholstery Color: Beige
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Leather
Suspension
- Alternate Suspension Type: Sport
- Responsive Suspension Type: Electronic

Removes from Edition Design Pure Traction:

Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
- Upholstery Color: Multi Colour
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede

Base

Adds to Edition M Sport:

Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 96.77
Engine
- Vavle Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Alloy Look
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Alloy Look
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Paint
- Type: Gloss
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.6
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 17.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 8.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 11.2
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 6.9
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 235
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 146
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment
- Driver Front Seat Thigh Support
- Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment
- Driver Front Seat Tilt Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Passenger Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment
- Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support
- Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment
- Passenger Front Seat Tilt Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Transmission
- Transmission Code: I-350-turbo
- Transmission Description: Manual
- Transmission Number Of Speeds: 6
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Floor
- Transmission Type: Manual
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1725
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1395
- Tare Weight (kg): 1361
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40

Removes from Edition M Sport:

Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 95.07
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Alloy
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Alloy
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Alloy
Paint
- Type: Metallic
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 18.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 9.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 10.6
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 232
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 144
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 1
- Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
- Passenger Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 1
- Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Transmission
- Transmission Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
- Transmission Gearchange Paddles
- Transmission Manual Mode
- Transmission Number Of Speeds: 8
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
- Transmission Type: Automatic
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1750
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1420
- Tare Weight (kg): 1386
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35

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2016 BMW Z4 Dimensions

1291mm

1790mm

4239mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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2016 BMW Z4 Fuel Economy

There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the BMW Z4

The most fuel efficient BMW Z4 is the Base with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection and uses 6.8L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

BMW Z4	Fuel Type	Combined
2.0L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	Premium Unleaded	6.8 L/100km
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	Premium Unleaded	6.8 L/100km

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2016 BMW Z4 Warranty

What is the warranty on a BMW Z4?

The BMW Z4 offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.