2004 BMW Z4

US · Two Seaters

The 2004 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.5L 6-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: RWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.5L 6-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder

Combined Economy

20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

Automatic, Manual

Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder
Displacement	2.5 L to 3.0 L
Cylinders	6
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	5 to 6
Drivetrain	RWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway	25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

6 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.

04V182000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, A VAPOR LOCK IN THE FUEL PUMP COULD OCCUR CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL. IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BE RESTARTED FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 TO 20 MINUTES.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RESISTOR IN THE ELECTRICAL LINE POWERING THE FUEL PUMP IN ORDER TO PREVENT AN OCCURRENCE OF VAPOR LOCK. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 11, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
Reported April 12, 2004. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 8, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 8, 2026

Data verified: November 8, 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

2003 BMW Z4
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder · RWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
2005 BMW Z4
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder · RWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2004 BMW Z4 have?

Varies by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2004 BMW Z4?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2004 BMW Z4 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 2004 BMW Z4?

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