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2012 BMW Z4

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2012 sDrive28i 2dr Rear-Wheel Drive Roadster

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2012 sDrive28i 2dr Rear-Wheel Drive Roadster

Overview

The Z4 is offered as three different models; sDrive28i, sDrive35i, or sDrive35is. Power for the sDrive28i comes from a 240-hp 2.0-liter direct-injection, turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The sDrive35i is powered by a twin-turbo, 300-hp 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine, while the sDrive35is gets a 335-hp version of the twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline six. Transmission choices include a six-speed manual, eight-speed automatic, or an advanced double-clutch seven-speed transmission. Standard features include Driving Dynamics Control which allows the driver to change the vehicles characteristics between normal, sport, and sport+ mode, adaptive brake lights, and a two-piece lightweight-aluminum hardtop. For 2012, the sDrive30i has been replaced by the sDrive28i sporting BMW's new TwinPower four-cylinder turbo engine.

Specs & Features

Highlights

Overall Crash Safety Rating

Not Available

Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque

2.0L I-4 / 240 HP / 260 ft.lbs.

Transmission

Standard: 6-spd man w/OD

Available: 8-spd auto w/OD

Drive Type

Rear-wheel

Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined

23 / 34 / 28 Mpg

Passenger Capacity

Bumper to Bumper Warranty

48 Months / 50,000 Miles

Mechanical Specs

Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque	2.0L I-4 / 240 HP / 260 ft.lbs.
Drive Type	Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined	23 / 34 / 28 Mpg
Brakes	4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension	Strut
Rear Suspension	Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Fuel Tank	14.5 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type	Premium Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank	$55

Dimensions & Capabilities

Maximum Cargo Volume	8.0 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
Exterior Length	166.9 "
Exterior Width	70.5 "
Exterior Height	50.8 "
Front Headroom	39.1 "
Rear Headroom
Front Legroom	42.2 "
Rear Legroom
Front Shoulder Room	53.3 "
Rear Shoulder Room
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight	3,263 Lbs. / 3,307 Lbs.
Wheel Base	98 "
Turning Radius	17.5 '

Exterior Features

Door Count	2 Doors
Wheels	17.0 " Silver Aluminum / 18.0 " Silver Aluminum
Paint	Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors	Dual Power Remote Heated
Bumpers	Body-colored
Grille Moldings	Black W/chrome Surround
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust	Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish

Interior Features

Seating

Passenger Capacity	2
Seat Trim	Leatherette / Leather / Alcantara Simulated Suede/leather
Front Seat Type	Bucket / Sport Bucket
Heated Front Seats	Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls	6-way / 6-way (2-way Power) / 12-way (2-way Power) / (8-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls	6-way / 6-way (2-way Power) / 12-way (2-way Power) / (8-way Power)
Front Armrests	6-way / 6-way (2-way Power) / 12-way (2-way Power) / (8-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats

Radio & Infotainment

Radio	Am/fm/hd, Seek-scan / Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers	11 / 14 Performance
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity

Convenience Features

Steering Wheel Type	Telescopic Tilt Style
Climate Control	Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror	Day-night / Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window	Front And Rear
Tinted Windows	Light
Vanity Mirrors
Remote Keyless Entry	Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets	1

Safety Features

Overall Crash Safety Rating	Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating	Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating	Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating	Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags	Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags	Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag	Driver And Passenger
Passenger Side Impact Airbag	Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners	Front
Anti-Lock Brakes	4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams	Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights	Directionally Adaptive
Parking Sensors	Front And Rear
Security Systems	Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable	Immobilizer

Warranty

Bumper To Bumper Months Miles	48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Major Components Months	48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months	48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Months	48 Months / Unlimited Miles
Corrosion Perforation	144 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months