2002 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.5i 5MT
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- Photo: 2002 BMW Z3 in Titanium Silver Metallic, Front Right, 06-11-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1997 BMW Z3 1.9, front right, 12-10-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW Z3 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1997 BMW Z3 1.9, rear right, 12-10-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW Z3 20i 1999 Innenraum 0907 by HLW, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2002 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.5i 5MT is a 184-hp 2.5-liter convertible with a getrag type b, 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 184 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 175 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The Z3 Roadster measures 159.4 inches long on a 96.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,899 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP with Destination | $31,300 ($56,545 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | M54B25 |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 184 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 175 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC inline 24-valve 6-cylinder, Double VANOS |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Getrag Type B, 5-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 4.23 (33 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.52 (55 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.66 (84 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.22 (114 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1 (139 mph **) |
| Reverse | 4.04 |
| Final Drive | 3.46 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Turning Diameter | 32.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.3 in (vented) |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.7 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 7.0J x 16 |
| Wheels Rear | 7.0J x 16 |
| Tires Front | 225/50R-16 |
| Tires Rear | 225/50R-16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 159.4 in |
| Width | 68.5 in |
| Height | 50.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.3 in |
| Front Track | 55.6 in |
| Rear Track | 58.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,899 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 51% / 49% |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2002 BMW Z3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 BMW Z3
Owner Complaints
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 BMW Z3. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 BMW Z3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.