2012 BMW Z4 sDrive28i MT
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- Photo: 2009 BMW Z4 sDrive 23i 2.5 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Münster, Auto am Roggenmarkt -- 2014 -- 00978 by Dietmar Rabich, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW Z4 (E89) China (4) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009 BMW Z4 sDrive 23i 2.5 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Black BMW Z4 back view by Renée Kools, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2012 BMW Z4 sDrive28i MT is a 240-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 6-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $48,650 MSRP and is rated at 27 mpg combined.
It makes 240 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 255 lb-ft of torque at 1250-4800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 34 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).
The Z4 measures 166.9 inches long on a 98.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,263 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $48,650 ($68,864 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $49,525 ($70,103 *) |
| Destination Charge | $875 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L TwinScroll Turbo Inline-4 VANOS Valvetronic (N20) |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 240 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 255 lb-ft @ 1250-4800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | Inline-4, 4 valves/cyl, VANOS, Valvetronic |
| Bore and Stroke | 84.0 x 90.1 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.683 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.062 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.313 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.809 |
| 6th Gear | 0.677 |
| Reverse | 3.348 |
| Final Drive | 3.077 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 34 MPG |
| Combined | 27 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 14.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Turning Diameter | 35.1 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.0 in ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.8 in ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 8J x 17 |
| Wheels Rear | 8J x 17 |
| Tires Front | 225/45R17 RSC |
| Tires Rear | 225/45R17 RSC |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 166.9 in |
| Width | 70.5 in |
| Height | 50.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.3 in |
| Front Track | 59.5 in |
| Rear Track | 61.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 6.4 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,263 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 47.8% / 52.7% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.3 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 BMW Z4. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 13, 2024 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
Consequence: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 24V608000
Oct 7, 2014 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan, 2013-2014 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2013-2014 BMW X3 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2012-2014 BMW Z4 sDrive28i Roadster, and 2014 BMW 428i Coupe, and 428i xDrive Coupe. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13V-454.
Consequence: A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 14V627000
Sep 26, 2013 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xDrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014 Z4 sDrive28i roadsters. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail.
Consequence: A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 31, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
NHTSA campaign 13V454000
Jun 28, 2012 · STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 1-SERIES ACTIVE E AND MODEL YEAR 2012 Z4 VEHICLES. VARIATIONS IN ELECTRICAL CURRENT MAY OCCUR WITHIN THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE SYSTEM, LEADING TO SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE.
Consequence: SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING ASSISTANCE MAY INCREASE THE STEERING EFFORT REQUIRED TO CONTROL THE DIRECTION OF A VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING ASSISTANCE MODULE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN DURING JULY 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AT 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 12V302000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 BMW Z4. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.