BMW Z4 M Roadster

20062008 · 3 configurations

Lowest
17
Average
17
Best
18

The BMW Z4 M Roadster has been tested by the EPA across 3 different configurations spanning model years 2006 through 2008. Over this period, the Z4 M Roadster has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 17 MPG to 18 MPG, with an overall average of 17 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2008
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850152318MPG
2007
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,050152217MPG
2006
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,050142217MPG

Historical Efficiency

2008
18
2007
17
2006
17

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Z4 M Roadster) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the BMW Z4 M Roadster. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the BMW BMW Z4 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
9
Total Deaths
9

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
0.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
44.4%
DUI Involved
55.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

50%
Front
25%
Side
25%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
2.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2007
1
2006
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory