2020 BMW Z4 sDrive30i
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- Photo: 2020 BMW Z4 SDrive30i in Black Sapphire Metallic, Front Right, 05-21-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW Z4 (G29) China (2) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW Z4 geschlossen Seitenansicht by KarleHorn, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2020 BMW Z4 SDrive30i in Black Sapphire Metallic, Rear Right, 05-21-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 BMW Z4 M40i Interior by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2020 BMW Z4 sDrive30i is a 255-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with an 8-speed steptronic sport automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $49,700 MSRP and is rated at 27 mpg combined.
It makes 255 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 295 lb-ft of torque at 1500-4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).
The Z4 measures 170.7 inches long on a 97.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,287 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $49,700 |
| MSRP with Destination | $50,695 |
| Destination Charge | $995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L TwinPower Turbo Inline-4 (B46), TwinScroll |
| Displacement | 1.998 L |
| Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1500-4400 rpm |
| Bore and Stroke | 82.0 x 94.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Injection Type | High Precision Injection (350 bar) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Differential Type | Performance Control |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport Automatic |
| 1st Gear | 5.25 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.36 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.17 |
| 4th Gear | 1.72 |
| 5th Gear | 1.32 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.82 |
| 8th Gear | 0.64 |
| Reverse | 3.71 |
| Final Drive | 3.15 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 24 MPG |
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Combined | 27 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 13.7 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-joint spring-strut axle, lightweight aluminum-steel |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link axle, lightweight aluminum-steel |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 8.0J x 18 |
| Wheels Rear | 9.0J x 18 |
| Tires Front | 225/45R18 95Y |
| Tires Rear | 255/40R18 99Y |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 170.7 in |
| Width | 73.4 in |
| Height | 51.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.2 in |
| Front Track | 63.7 in |
| Rear Track | 63.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 9.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,287 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 50% / 50% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.3 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2020 BMW Z4 C RWD).
Recalls
6 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 BMW Z4. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 23, 2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY Park outside
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
Consequence: A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 14, 2025.
NHTSA campaign 25V636000
Aug 2, 2021 · ENGINE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 M340i, M340i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, X3 M40i, 2020-2021 X4 M40i, 745Le xDrive, 2019-2021 Z4 M40i, and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. During engine start, the engine management software may cause loss of braking assist. Full mechanical braking (without assist) remains available.
Consequence: Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 21V598000
Nov 12, 2020 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Z4 and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. The weld between the fuel tank halves may have been insufficiently welded, causing the weld to fail.
Consequence: The failed weld may allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
NHTSA campaign 20V700000
Aug 27, 2020 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The headlamps are able to be adjusted horizontally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Should the headlamps be adjusted horizontally, there could be increased glare and reduced visibility for oncoming drivers, or reduced visibility for the vehicle operator, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamp vertical and horizontal adjustment plugs, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. BMW owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
NHTSA campaign 20V516000
Nov 27, 2019 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 Z4 M40i, Z4 sDrive30i, 330i and 330i xDrive vehicles as well as 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The headlight control units may fail causing a loss of one or both of the headlights.
Consequence: Headlight failure can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlight control units, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
NHTSA campaign 19V850000
Sep 27, 2019 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Consequence: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
NHTSA campaign 19V684000
5 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2020 BMW Z4
Owner Complaints
5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 BMW Z4 (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Suspension | 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 2020 BMW Z4. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.