BMW Z8 I
The BMW Z8 I (2000–2003): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: E52
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm RDW | 4,399 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm RDW | 1,829 mm |
| Height | 1,320 mm RDW | 1,318 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500–2,510 mm RDW | 2,504 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,515–1,590 kg RDW | 1,585 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,615–1,690 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,930 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 2 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
| Fuel tank | – | 73 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 250 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | – | 500–520 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 245/45R18, 275/40R18
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, fr, ja, pl, sv), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
7 complaints for model years 2001–2002. 1 fire
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 4 versions of the BMW Z8 I
United Kingdom 2 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2003Z8 · Z8 Roadster | 4.9 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 14.9 L/100 km NEDC | 358 g/km |
| 2000Z8 | 4.9 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 14.5 L/100 km NEDC | 349 g/km |
United States 1 version
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2003GUZZLER | 4.9 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2003Two-seater | 4.9 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 16.2–16.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 373–375 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.