The 2005

BMWZ4 roadster
Z4 2.5i
Z4 3.0i
The Ultimate
Driving Machine

Can you feel your senses revving to redline?

The beauty of the horizon is, you never quite reach it.
At your service.
Ellipsoid, halogen free-form foglights are
neatly integrated into the front bumper, uniformly
illuminating the road ahead in bad weather.
Xenon headlights illuminate the road ahead and to the side with brilliant clarity. These low- and high-
beam headlights provide greater roadside detail when driving at night.
Side indicator lights with white lenses. When
flashing, the light radiates outward from behind
BMWs signature roundel.
Heated outside mirrors are a welcome conven-
ience in cold-weather driving.
Recessed chrome-edged front kidney
grille with matte graphite vertical slats (in Z4
3.0i, shown) or black slats (Z4 2.5i, not shown)
Heated, glass rear window and easy, one-
hand release/lock operation allow the softtop to
make the Z4 Roadster into a comfortable all-
weather car. Thanks to a new folding sequence, the
softtops front section doubles as a tonneau cover
and lies flush for a neat appearance. When the top
is up, its variable storage compartment can be used
to stow added cargo.
Equipment | Exterior
Standard Optional (or included in a package)
Z4 Roadster 3.0i with 17 x 8.0 Twin Spoke
(Styling 103) cast-alloy wheels and 225/45R-17
run-flat performance tires.
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Z4 Roadster 2.5i with 16 x 7.0 Cross Spoke
(Styling 104) cast-alloy wheels and 225/50R-16
run-flat performance tires.
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Rollover Protection Bars behind the headrests,
as well as sheet-tube-reinforced windshield pillars,
help provide excellent protection in the event of a
rollover.
Z4 Roadster 2.5i Sport Package with 17 x 8.0
Turbine (Styling 106) cast-alloy wheels and
225/45R-17 run-flat performance tires.
2
Z4 Roadster 3.0i Sport Package with Ellipsoid (Styling 107) cast-alloy wheels, 18 x 8.0 front, 18 x 8.5
rear; and 225/40R-18 front, 255/35R-18 rear run-flat performance tires.
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Z4 2.5i with run-flat tires is not equipped with a spare tire and wheel. Performance tires not recommended for
driving in snow and ice conditions.
2
Z4 2.5i and Z4 3.0i with run-flat tires are not equipped with a spare tire and wheel. Due to low-profile tires,
please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential
damages. Performance tires not recommended for driving in snow and ice conditions.
Equipment | Exterior
Standard Optional (or included in a package)
Standard Equipment | Optional Equipment
Performance and efficiency Z4 Roadster 2.5i Z4 Roadster 3.0i
2.5-liter, 184-hp dual overhead cam (DOHC),
24-valve inline 6-cylinder engine with Double- a
VANOS steplessly variable valve timing
3.0-liter, 225-hp dual overhead cam (DOHC),
24-valve inline 6-cylinder engine with Double- a
VANOS steplessly variable valve timing
Aluminum block and cylinder head a a
Chain camshaft drive
(no periodic maintenance)
a a
Dual resonance intake system a a
Electronic throttle system a a
Dynamic Driving Control (Sport Button)
1

Electronically controlled engine cooling a a
Direct ignition with knock control a a
5-speed manual transmission
with direct fifth gear
a
6-speed manual transmission a
5-speed STEPTRONIC
2
automatic transmission
with Adaptive Transmission Control
a a
6-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox
(SMG) with Automated and Manual shift a
modes
3
Handling and braking
16x7.0 Cross Spoke (Styling 104) cast-alloy
wheels and 225/50R-16 run-flat tires
4
a
17x8.0 Twin Spoke (Styling 103) cast-alloy
wheels and 225/45R-17 run-flat tires
4, 5
a
17x 8.0 Turbine (Styling 106) cast-alloy
wheels and 225/45R-17 run-flat tires
4, 5

18x 8.0 front/18x 8.5 rear Ellipsoid
(Styling 107) cast-alloy wheels and
225/40R-18 front/255/35R-18

rear run-flat tires
4, 5
Run-Flat Combination (RFC) wheel-
tire system with Flat Tire Monitor
a a
Dynamic Stability Control, including all-speed
traction control, Dynamic Traction Control,
electronic brake proportioning, anti-lock a a
braking (ABS), Dynamic Brake Control, and
cornering/avoidance-stability enhancement
High-rigidity roadster body/chassis unit
with aluminum hood
a a
Front thrust plate, aluminum a a
Strut-type front suspension with forged-
aluminum lower arms and hydraulic cushions
a a
Central Link rear suspension with cast-
aluminum upper transverse links
a a
Acoustically decoupled final drive
with hydraulic rear mount
a a
Vehicle-speed-sensitive Electric
Power Steering
a a
a = Standard
a = Optional
= Included in Sport Package
= Included in Premium Package
i = BMWcenter-installed accessory
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Dynamic Driving Control provides Normal and Sport
settings for throttle, steering and (if vehicle is so
equipped) STEPTRONIC transmission.
2
BMWs system of manual shift control for an automatic
transmission.
3
Requires Sport Package.
4
Z4 2.5i and Z4 3.0i with run-flat tires are not equipped
with a spare tire and wheel. Performance tires not
recommended for driving in snow and ice conditions.
5
Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and
suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard
and consequential damages.
Handling and braking (continued) Z4 Roadster 2.5i Z4 Roadster 3.0i
4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, ventilated
front and solid rear, vacuum-assisted
a
4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, ventilated
front and rear, vacuum-assisted
a
Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars a a
Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers a a
Sport suspension

Exterior and aerodynamics
Front and rear body-color bumpers a a
4-headlight system within
aerodynamic covers
a a
Halogen ellipsoid low-beam/free-form
high-beam headlights
a a
Xenon low- and high-beam headlights a a
Foglights a a
Heated windshield-washer jets a a
Heated outside mirrors a a
2-speed + intermittent windshield wipers
with adjustable and car-speed-sensitive a a
interval, single-wipe operation
White side-turn indicator lenses
behind BMW logo roundels
a a
Metallic paint a a
Easy-to-operate manual softtop a a
Fully automatic power softtop a/ a/
Heated glass rear window a a
Instrumentation and controls
Electronic analog instrumentation a a
LCD main and trip odometers a a
Service Interval Indicator with
miles-to-service readout
a a
4-function on-board computer a
Outside temperature display a a
Power windows with one-touch
push-pull open/close for driver
a a
Manual climate control with
micro-filter ventilation
a
Automatic climate control with
activated-charcoal micro-filter ventilation a
and automatic recirculation control
Rain-sensing windshield wipers and
Automatic headlight control
a a
All illustrations and specifications contained in this brochure are based on the latest product information available
at the time of printing. BMW reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in colors, materials,
equipment, specifications and models. BMW may, subject to legal requirements, determine the Model Year
designation of its vehicles. The Model Year designation on any particular model may be longer or shorter than 12
months. Some vehicles pictured may contain non-U.S. equipment. Some models may be shown with optional
equipment. While BMWNA makes all reasonable efforts to provide accurate information in this brochure, there is no
guarantee or warranty of accuracy. Furthermore, we do not assume any liability for the accuracy or completeness of
information presented. This brochure shall not be used or relied upon as a substitute for information that is available
from your BMWcenter. Further information can be obtained from your authorized BMWcenter or bmwusa.com.
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See your authorized BMW center for details and limltations when ordering Aftersales/Accessories listed.
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Requires Sport Package. Not available with Leatherette upholstery.
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Included with Active Sport or High Performance Leather upholstery.
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Full Maintenance Program covers all factory-recommended maintenance, as determined by the Service Interval Indicator, for 4 years or 50,000
miles, whichever comes first. Full Maintenance Program includes items that need replacement due to normal wear and tear, provided wear and
tear exceeds BMWspecifications. This includes items such as brake pads, brake rotors and wiper blades that are not covered by the original
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Any adjustments required due to normal operating conditions are also included. For exclusions and limitations,
refer to the Service and Warranty Information booklet that came with your new BMW, or see your authorized BMWcenter for details.
Safety and security Z4 Roadster 2.5i Z4 Roadster 3.0i
Dual-airbag Supplementary Restraint
System with 2-stage Smart airbags
a a
Automatic safety-belt pretensioners
and force limiters
a a
Isofix attachment of child-restraint safety seat a a
Active Knee Protection a a
Disable switch for passengers-side airbag
with indicator light
a a
Side-impact airbags a a
Rollover Protection a a
Battery Safety Terminal and automatic fuel-
pump shutoff upon severe accident impact
a a
Intelligent Safety and Information System
(ISIS) for deployment of safety systems
a a
Central locking system with double-lock
anti-theft feature, selective unlocking and a a
interior locking switch
Coded Driveaway Protection a a
Adaptive Brake Lights a a
BMWAssist a/ a/
BMWMaintenance Program
BMW Full Maintenance
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a a
Premium Packages
Fully automatic, power softtop
8-way power front seats with
3-way drivers-seat memory

BMWAssist
Automatic-dimming interior and
exterior mirrors

Elastic nets on right side of center tunnel
and on back of each seat (Storage Package)

Automatic climate control with
activated-charcoal micro-filter ventilation a
and automatic recirculation control
4-function on-board computer a
Sport Packages
Dynamic Driving Control (Sport Button)
17x8.0 Turbine (Styling 106) cast-alloy
wheels and 225/45R-17 run-flat tires
4, 5

18x8.0 front/18x8.5 rear Ellipsoid
(Styling 107) cast-alloy wheels and
225/40R-18 front/255/35R-18

rear run-flat tires

4, 5
Sport suspension
Audio Z4 Roadster 2.5i Z4 Roadster 3.0i
Anti-theft AM/FM/CD audio system with
Radio Data System and 10 speakers
a
Premium audio system with upgraded audio
power, Carver technology, 10 audiophile- a a
quality speakers including 2 subwoofers
Pre-wiring for CD changer and alarm system a a
iPod Seamless Integrated System
6
i i
SIRIUS Satellite Radio
6
i i
Ergonomics, luxury and convenience
Remote entry with multi-function remote
control, including remote trunk release
a a
Courtesy lights with fade-in/fade-out feature,
and actuation from remote control
a a
Cruise control a a
Glove compartment; storage space
in doors and behind seats
a a
Elastic nets on right side of center tunnel
and on back of each seat (Storage Package)

Dual power outside mirrors a a
Automatic-dimming interior and
exterior mirrors

6-way manually adjustable sport seats a a
8-way power seats with
3-way drivers-seat memory
a/ a/
M sport seats with more pronounced
side bolsters for lateral support
7 a a
Leather-covered multi-functional
tilt-telescopic sport steering wheel
a a
Center arm pad a
8
a
3-stage, thermostatically controlled
heated seats
a a
Leatherette upholstery a
Cloth and Leather upholstery (Active Sport) a
Leather upholstery (High Performance) a a
Extended High Performance
Leather upholstery
a
Leather handbrake grip and shift knob a a
BMW on-board navigation system a a
Dual cupholders a a
Electric interior trunk release a a
Variable softtop compartment a a
Standard Equipment | Optional Equipment
Technical | Data
Dimensions Z4 Roadster 2.5i Z4 Roadster 3.0i
Vehicle length/ width/ height in 161.1/ 70.1/ 51.1 161.1/ 70.1/ 51.1
Track, front/rear in 58.0/60.0 58.0/60.0
Wheelbase in 98.2 98.2
Weight
Unladen lbs 2932 (2998) 2998 [3020] (3042)
Engine
Liter/type/valves 2.5/DOHC inline 6/24 3.0/DOHC inline 6/24
Bore/stroke in 3.31/2.95 3.31/3.53
Nominal output/rpm hp 184/6000 225/5900
Max torque/rpm lb-ft 175/3500 214/3500
Performance
Drag coefficient C
d
0.35 0.35
Top speed
1
mph 137 (141) 155 [155] (152)
Acceleration 0-60
2
sec 7.1 (7.2) 5.9 [5.9] (6.0)
Fuel Consumption
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Manual transmission (mpg)/SMG transmission (mpg) city/highway 20/28 21/29 [20/29]
Automatic transmission city/highway (21/28) (19/27)
Fuel capacity U.S. gal 14.5 14.5
Wheels
Wheel dimensions Standard front 16 x 7.0 17 x 8.0
rear 16 x 7.0 17 x 8.0
Material Cast alloy Cast alloy
Wheel dimensions Sport Package front 17 x 8.0 18 x 8.0
rear 17 x 8.0 18 x 8.5
Material Cast alloy Cast alloy
Figures in [ ] apply to models with six-speed SMG transmission.
Figures in ( ) apply to models with five-speed automatic transmission.
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Top speed limited electronically.
2
BMWtest results. Actual acceleration results may vary depending on specification
of vehicle, road and environmental conditions, testing procedures and driving style.
These results should be used for comparison only and verification should not be
attempted on public roads. BMWurges you to obey all posted speed laws and
always wear safety belts.
3
EPA-estimated figures are for comparison purposes only.
Your actual mileage will vary, depending on speed, driving habits,
trip length and driving conditions; actual mileage will most likely be lower.
U.S. Distributor: BMW of North America, LLC, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677. All illustrations and
specifications contained in this brochure are based on the latest product information available
at the time of printing. BMW reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in
colors, materials, equipment, specifications and models. BMW may, subject to legal require-
ments, determine the Model Year designation of its vehicles. The Model Year designation on
any particular model may be longer or shorter than 12 months. Some vehicles pictured may
contain non-U.S. equipment. Some models may be shown with optional equipment. While
BMW NA makes all reasonable efforts to provide accurate information in this brochure, there is
no guarantee or warranty of accuracy. Furthermore, we do not assume any liability for the
accuracy or completeness of information presented. This brochure shall not be used or relied
upon as a substitute for information that is available from your BMW center. Further informa-
tion can be obtained from your authorized BMW center or bmwusa.com.
2004 BMW AG, Munich/Germany. Not to be reproduced wholly or in part without written
permission of BMW AG, Munich. The BMW name and logo are registered trademarks.
All vehicle specifications contained in this document are based on the latest product
information available at the time of printing. BMW reserves the right to make
changes, without notice, in colors, materials, equipment, specifications and models.
Further information can be obtained from your authorized BMW center or
bmwusa.com.
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NOTE: Measurements do not include vehicle width from mirror to mirror.
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