These are standard specifications for the 2011 BMW Z4, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Manual
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Price : | MSRP: $46,000-61,050 Invoice: $42,325-56,165 |
| Weight : | 3097 lbs | 1404.776 kg |
Performance
| Top Speed : | 242 km/h | 150.403 mph |
| Coefficient of Drag : | 0.34 |
Engine & Transmission
| Straight 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2497 cc | 152.4 cu in. | 2.5 L. |
| Power : | 204 HP (150.144 KW) @ 6300 RPM |
| Torque : | 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 2750 RPM |
| Bore : | 78.8 mm | 3.102 in. |
| Stroke : | 82.0 mm | 3.228 in. |
| Compression : | 11.0:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 24 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
6 Manual
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 4.323 |
| 2nd Gear : | 2.456 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.659 |
| 4th Gear : | 1.230 |
| 5th Gear : | 1.000 |
| 6th Gear : | 0.848 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V119000 |
| Summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi); 2006-2007 5 Series Wagon (530xi); 2007-2010 X5 SAV (X5 3.0si, X5 xDrive30i); 2006-2008 Z4 Coupe (Z4 3.0si); and 2006-2011 Z4 Roadster (Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si, Z4 sDrive30i) vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit. |
| Consequence | An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked. |
| Remedy | This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Dealers will install an electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV Valve heater in potentially affected vehicles, free of charge. This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to come back for the new recall remedy. The remedy is currently being developed. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 1, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 22, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Mfr Report Date | 20060619 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 17V683000 |
| Summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit. |
| Consequence | An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use. |
| Remedy | BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of October 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Mfr Report Date | 20090301 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 13V044000 |
| Summary | BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sports wagons manufactured March 2007 through June 2011; and 2009-2011 Z4 vehicles manufactured March 2009 through June 2011. In February 2013, BMW recalled 504,545 vehicles. In July 2013, BMW informed the agency that it was adding 1-Series, 3-Series, and Z4 vehicles, representing an additional 12,094 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 516,791. The connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle. |
| Consequence | If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Mfr Report Date | 20100101 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 14V176000 |
| Summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 135i Convertible, 335i Sedan, X5 xDrive 35i, and X6 xDrive 35i, 2011 335i xDrive Sedan, 335i Coupe, 335i Convertible, 528i Sedan, 535i Sedan, 535i xDrive Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, and X3 xDrive 35i, 2010 X3 xDrive 30i, and X5 xDrive 30i, 2012 640i Coupe, and 640i Convertible and 2010-2012 535i Gran Turismo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and may possibly break. |
| Consequence | If the bolts loosen or break the engine may have reduced power or stall. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four VANOS housing bolts for both VANOS units (intake and exhaust), free of charge. In addition, owners of approximately 170,172 model year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with inline 6 cylinder engines not covered by this recall, will receive an extended warranty to address this condition. The recall began on September 24, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Mfr Report Date | 20110117 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 17V067000 |
| Summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 1 Series M Coupe and 135i Convertible vehicles, 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i, 335i, 335d, 335i Coupe, 335is Coupe, 335i Convertible, 335is Convertible, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535i Gran Turismo and 550i xDrive Gran Turismo vehicles and 2012 740i and 740Li vehicles. The rear driveshaft constant velocity (CV) joint on the affected vehicles may fatigue and break. |
| Consequence | If the CV joint breaks, the vehicle may have a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear driveshaft CV joint and, based on its production date, will replace it, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2011 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $40,925 |
| Avg. Home : | $262,260 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $3.48 |
| Total Car Production : | 8,661,535 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2011 BMW Z4?
Q: How fast is the 2011 BMW Z4? A: The 2011 BMW Z4 has a top speed of 242 km/h. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2011 BMW Z4? A: The 2011 BMW Z4 has a wheelbase size of 98.27 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2011 BMW Z4? A: The 2011 BMW Z4 has a length of 166.89 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2011 BMW Z4? A: The 2011 BMW Z4 has a width of 70.47 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2011 BMW Z4? A: The 2011 BMW Z4 was a Roadster.Q: How much did the 2011 BMW Z4 cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2011 BMW Z4 had an MSRP of $46,000 - $$61,050 (USD).Q: What engine did the 2011 BMW Z4 have? A: The engine powering the 2011 BMW Z4 was a Straight 6 (2497 cc | 152.4 cu in. | 2.5 L.) with 204 HP (150.144 KW) @ 6300 RPM and 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 2750 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 2011 BMW Z4 have? A: The 2011 BMW Z4 had a 6 speed Manual gearbox.