2006 BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe AT
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- Photo: 2006 BMW Z4 SE 2.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2004 BMW Z4 2.5i in Jet Black, Front Left, 07-19-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 BMW Z4 2.5i by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2006 BMW Z4 SE 2.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2004 BMW Z4 2.5i in Jet Black, Rear Left, 07-19-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2006 BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe AT is a 255-hp 3.0-liter inline-6 coupe with a 6-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $40,795 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 255 horsepower. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $40,795 ($65,766 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L Inline-6 Valvetronic |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 255 hp |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2006 BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe AT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 BMW Z4. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 2, 2022 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi); 2006-2007 5 Series Wagon (530xi); 2007-2010 X5 SAV (X5 3.0si, X5 xDrive30i); 2006-2008 Z4 Coupe (Z4 3.0si); and 2006-2011 Z4 Roadster (Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si, Z4 sDrive30i) vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Consequence: An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked.
Remedy: This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Dealers will install an electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV Valve heater in potentially affected vehicles, free of charge. This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to come back for the new recall remedy. The remedy is currently being developed. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 1, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 22, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 22V119000
Apr 4, 2019 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 530xi Sports Wagon, 325i, 325xi, 325xi Sports Wagon, 330i, 330xi, Z4 3.0i and Z4 3.0si vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Consequence: An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion to recall 17V-683.
NHTSA campaign 19V273000
91 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2006 BMW Z4
Owner Complaints
91 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 BMW Z4 (1 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Steering | 55 |
| Air Bags | 14 |
| Electrical System | 13 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
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 2006 BMW Z4. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.