1997 BMW Z3 Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1997 BMW Z3 (19–24 MPG combined) across 6 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Two Seaters
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 1.9 L; 6-cyl, 2.8 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 19–24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,400–$4,350
- Configurations
- 6
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 1.9 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28–29 | 23–24 | $3,400–$3,550 | — |
| 6-cyl 2.8 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16–17 | 23–25 | 19–20 | $4,100–$4,350 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z3 Roadster | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.9 | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,550 |
| Z3 Roadster | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.9 | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,550 |
| Z3 Roadster | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 2.8 | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 |
| Z3 Roadster | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.9 | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,550 |
| Z3 Roadster | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.9 | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 29 | 24 | $3,400 |
| Z3 Roadster | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 2.8 | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1997 BMW Z3?
According to EPA data, the 1997 BMW Z3 is rated at 19–24 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1997 BMW Z3 have?
The EPA data lists 4 and 6 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 1997 BMW Z3 use?
It uses Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1997 BMW Z3?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,400 to $4,350.