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2016 BMW Z4

US · Two Seaters

The 2016 BMW Z4 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic, Dual-clutch
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Combined Economy
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
Manual, Automatic, Dual-clutch
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement2.0 L to 3.0 L
Cylinders4 to 6
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Manual, Automatic, Dual-clutch
Gears6 to 8
DrivetrainRWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
City17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Highway23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

Trims and configurations

4 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 11, 2026.

  • 24V608000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

    BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…

    Reported August 13, 2024. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 6, 2026

Data verified: November 6, 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

  • 2015 BMW Z4

    Gasoline

    Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · RWD
    26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2016 BMW Z4 have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 BMW Z4?

Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2016 BMW Z4 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 2016 BMW Z4?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 11, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.