BMW Z3 (1995-2002)
In January 1996, BMW launched the first automobile model manufactured exclusively abroad (Spartanburg plant) with the Z3 roadster at the Detroit Motor Show. The two-seater had already received popular acclaim through its spectacular appearance in the James Bond film “Golden Eye”.
BMW Z3 roadster 1.8
The BMW Z3 1.8 roadster was the entry-level model and was powered by the familiar 4-cylinder engine generating 115 hp.
General Data
Model Year……………………………1995 – 1998
No. of Units…………………………..29,509
Price……………………………………DM 43,700
Technical Data
Type of Engine……………………….Four-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm………………………1796
Power Output…………………………85 kW/115 bhp at 5500 rpm
Max.Speed……………………………194 km/h
Dimensions……………………………4025x1692x1288
Empty Weight (kg)…………………..1225
BMW Z3 roadster 1.9
The BMW Z3 1.9 roadster provided a second 4-cylinder model in the range until 1999. The 140 hp delivered sporty performances and ensured it became one of the most popular roadsters in the entire Z3 family.
General Data
Model Year……………………………1995 – 1999
No. of Units…………………………..77,965
Price……………………………………DM 48,700
Technical Data
Type of Engine……………………….Four-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm………………………1895
Power Output…………………………103 kW/140 bhp at 6000 rpm
Max.Speed…………………………….205 km/h
Dimensions…………………………….4025x1692x1288
Empty Weight (kg)…………………..1250
BMW Z3 roadster 2.0
BMW also supplied the small 6-cylinder engine with displacement of 2.0 litres and generating 150 hp for the Z3 roadster between 1999 and 2000. The launch of the new generation of engines in autumn 2000 meant that the BMW Z3 2.0 was replaced by the new model with a 2.2 litre 6-cylinder engine.
General Data
Model Year……………………………1999 – 2000
No. of Units…………………………..14,616
Price……………………………………DM 54,050
Technical Data
Type of Engine……………………….Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm………………………1991
Power Output…………………………110 kW/150 bhp at 5900 rpm
Max.Speed…………………………….210 km/h
BMW Z3 roadster 2.2i
The launch of the new engine generations in autumn 2000 provided an innovation for the smallest 6-cylinder engine at BMW: The displacement was increased to 2.2 litres for the first time since 1977. This enabled the new engine to generate a robust 170 hp and delivered a great deal of driving pleasure particularly in the compact Z3 roadster.
General Data
Model Year……………………………2000 – 2002
No. of Units…………………………..12,848
Price……………………………………DM 54,350
Technical Data
Type of Engine……………………….Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm………………………2171
Power Output…………………………125 kW/170 bhp at 6250 rpm
Max.Speed…………………………….224 km/h
BMW Z3 roadster 2.3
The BMW Z3 2.3 launched in 1999 was intended exclusively for the American market. It completed the 6-cylinder range in America with its 2.5 litre 6-cylinder engine and 170 hp alongside the Z3 2.8 and the M coupé.
General Data
Model Year……………………………1998 – 2000
No. of Units…………………………..22,282
Price
Technical Data
Type of Engine……………………….Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm………………………2500
Power Output…………………………125 kW/170 bhp at 5500 rpm
Max.Speed…………………………….205 km/h
BMW Z3 roadster 2.5i
The Z3 2.5i was launched on the North American market in the year 2000 as a successor to the BMW Z3 2.3. The 6-cylinder engine (M54) now generated 184 hp for the same displacement. The model remained in the product range until 2002.
General Data
Model Year……………………………2000 – 2002
No. of Units…………………………..6,813
Price
Technical Data
Type of Engine……………………….Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm………………………2500
Power Output…………………………134 kW/184 bhp 6000 rpm
Max.Speed…………………………….205 km/h
BMW Z3 roadster 2.8
Alongside the two 4-cylinder models BMW Z3 1.8 and Z3 1.9, the BMW Z3 2.8 also provided a 6-cylinder model for the compact roadster. The familiar 2.8 litre engine generated 193 hp and featured exceptionally smooth-running and torquey performance.
General Data
Model Year……………………………1996 – 2000
No. of Units…………………………..50,607
Price……………………………………DM 61,300
Technical Data
Type of Engine……………………….Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm………………………2793
Power Output…………………………142 kW/193 bhp at 5300 rpm
Max.Speed…………………………….218 km/h
Dimensions…………………………….4025x1692x1293
Empty Weight (kg)…………………..1335
BMW Z3 roadster 3.0i
The year 2000 brought with it a model and engine revision for the successful BMW Z3. The new 3.0 litre engine generating 231 hp replaced the previous 2.8 litre model and transformed the small roadster into a superior driving machine.
General Data
Model Year……………………………2000 – 2002
No. of Units…………………………..16,389
Price……………………………………DM 65,600
Technical Data
Type of Engine……………………….Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm……………………..2979
Power Output………………………..170 kW/231 bhp at 5900 rpm
Max.Speed……………………………240 km/h
BMW Z3 coupé 2.8
The BMW Z3 coupé based on the successful BMW Z3 roadster was launched on the market in spring of 1998. The individually styled coupé had impressive driving performance and was supplied exclusively with 6-cylinder engines. The BMW Z3 coupé 2.8 provided the entry-level vehicle to this unusual class generating 193 hp. The engine was familiar from the BMW 3 Series and effortlessly powered the compact two-seater as well as ensuring exceptional driving pleasure.
General Data
Model Year……………………………1998 – 2000
No. of Units…………………………..7,671
Price……………………………………DM 64,000
Technical Data
Type of Engine……………………….Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm………………………2793
Power Output…………………………142 kW/193 bhp at 5500 rpm
Max.Speed…………………………….231 km/h
Dimensions……………………………4025x1740x1306
Empty Weight (kg)…………………..1375
BMW Z3 coupé 3.0i
The individually styled coupé shone with outstanding handling and was supplied exclusively with 6-cylinder engines. From June 2000, the 3.0i generating 231 hp replaced the previous 2.8 litre engine generating 193 hp. This enabled BMW to create the ultimate driving machine: lightweight, compact, powerful, extremely fast and with full everyday utility. Nearly 4,000 units were manufactured and this made the Z3 coupé 3.0i one of the coveted classics even today.
General Data
Model Year……………………………2000 – 2002
No. of Units…………………………..3,853
Price……………………………………DM 65,800
Technical Data
Type of Engine……………………….Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm………………………2979
Power Output…………………………170 kW/231 bhp at 5900 rpm
Max.Speed…………………………….250 km/h
