BMW Z4 3.0 SI Automatic Review: Performance, Luxury, and Drive Dynamics
The BMW Z4 3.0 SI Automatic redefines the sporty roadster experience with a potent inline-six engine, advanced automatic transmission, and a driving dynamics profile that turns every journey into excitement.
Power and Performance Under the Hood
At the heart of the Z4 3.0 SI Automatic lies BMW’s high-revving 3.0-liter inline-six engine, delivering 382 horsepower and 377 lb-ft of torque. Paired with a smooth 8-speed automatic, the Z4 balances responsiveness with effortless gear transitions, making acceleration effortless from 0 to 60 mph in under 5 seconds. Whether cruising city streets or carving coastal roads, this powertrain combines efficiency and presence in every drive.
Luxury and Tech in a Compact Package
Inside, the Z4 3.0 SI Automatic blends refined materials with intuitive BMW iDrive 8.5 technology. The cabin features soft-touch finishes, ambient lighting, and digital displays that prioritize clarity without distraction. Spacious seating and responsive handling enhance comfort, while the adaptive suspension fine-tunes ride quality for both comfort and agility—proving luxury doesn’t require bulk.
Drive Dynamics and Styling Excellence
The Z4 3.0 SI Automatic’s low-slung profile and sharp lines express pure sportiness. Precision steering, balanced weight distribution, and responsive brakes deliver a driver’s experience that rewards engagement. With a 0.27 drag coefficient and aerodynamic profile, the Z4 slices through wind resistance, making it as effective on highways as it is on scenic backroads.
The BMW Z4 3.0 SI Automatic stands out as a masterclass in compact performance—where power meets poise and technology elevates every drive. For those seeking a dynamic, luxurious roadster that delivers both joy and refinement, this model delivers unmatched excitement. Ready to experience the Z4’s spirit? Test drive today and feel the thrill for yourself.
From the November 2006 issue of Car and Driver. For the first time since it was introduced for 2003, BMW has updated its hard-edged two-seat roadster, the Z4. It's been in the 630i and 530i for a while now, but the new magnesium-blocked three-litre six finally makes it into the Z4 in this, the 3.0 Si.
The basic differences are that there's a decent. In-Depth Look at the 2008 BMW Z4 3.0 Si The 2008 BMW Z4 3.0 Si stands out in the world of roadsters, combining performance, style, and a bit of luxury. This car is not just about looks; it delivers a driving experience that can make even the most mundane trips feel exhilarating.
BMW fitted the Z4 with its smooth, sonorous six-cylinder engines from the start in 2.5- and 3.0-litre guises. Both offer strong performance and were joined by a 2.2-litre six-cylinder in 2003. This latter engine was superseded by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder motor in 2005 which, although slower than the 2.2, is smoother and more enjoyable to use.
Our Z4 3.0si test model features a sophisticated 255 hp 3.0 L inline 6 cylinder engine, an upgrade over the base model's 215 hp 3.0 L unit. Utilizing an assortment of power maximizing tricks, including a composite magnesium/aluminum engine block and Double-VANOS variable valve timing, this engine provides both healthy doses of torque and a. BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe review - price, specs and 0-60 time Tin-top Z4 impresses even in entry-level spec by: Henry Catchpole 26 Sep 2006 4.
BMW claims the 3.0Si has exactly 50/50 weight distribution front to rear with the manual transmission (49/51 with auto), but in the Z4 you feel like you're sitting directly above the rear axle. The darling of the 2005 Frankfurt auto show, BMW's 2-seat Z4 coupe went into production in May 2006. There are two flavors, the 330.
Edmunds' expert review of the Used 2007 BMW Z4 provides the latest look at trim-level features and specs, performance, safety, and comfort. At Edmunds we drive every car we review, performing road. The 170bhp 2.2-litre straight-six engine is one of the better engines in the BMW panoply - and there are a number of notables included.
It's got enough mumbo to punt the Z4 from standstill to sixty mph in 7.4 seconds and on to a top speed of 140mph.The 2.5i develops a maximum output of 192 bhp at 6,000 rpm and the 3.0i 231 bhp at 5,900 rpm.