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2003 BMW Z8

US · Two Seaters

The 2003 BMW Z8 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
4.9L 8-cylinder (GUZZLER)
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
4.9L 8-cylinder (GUZZLER)
Combined Economy
15 MPG US (15.7 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6-speed manual
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine4.9L 8-cylinder (GUZZLER)
Displacement4.9 L
Cylinders8
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionManual
Gears6
DrivetrainRWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
City12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km)
Highway19 mpg (12.4 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 3, 2026.

    Data sources

    • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data
    • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 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.

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    • 2002 BMW Z8

      Gasoline

      4.9L 8-cylinder (GUZZLER) · RWD
      15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)

    Frequently asked questions

    What engine does the 2003 BMW Z8 have?

    4.9L 8-cylinder (GUZZLER). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

    What is the fuel economy of the 2003 BMW Z8?

    Combined fuel economy is 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

    Is the 2003 BMW Z8 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

    Drivetrain: RWD.

    Are there recalls for the 2003 BMW Z8?

    No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 3, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.