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2002 BMW Z3

US · Two Seaters

The 2002 BMW Z3 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder, 2.5L 6-cylinder
Transmission
Varies by configuration: 5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
3.0L 6-cylinder, 2.5L 6-cylinder
Combined Economy
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder, 2.5L 6-cylinder
Displacement2.5 L to 3.0 L
Cylinders6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears5
DrivetrainRWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
City17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Highway23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 4, 2026.

  • 06E026000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

    Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

    Reported March 23, 2006. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 9, 2026

Data verified: November 9, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • 2001 BMW Z3

    Gasoline

    Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder, 2.5L 6-cylinder · RWD
    21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2002 BMW Z3 have?

Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder, 2.5L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2002 BMW Z3?

Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2002 BMW Z3 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 2002 BMW Z3?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.