News
Features
New Cars
Used Cars
Shopping Tools
Car Advice
2022 CarBuzz Awards
  1. Home
  2. Compare Cars
  3. Compare BMW Z4 M40i Roadster vs sDrive30i Roadster

Compare BMW Z4 M40i Roadster vs sDrive30i Roadster

$49,900 - $63,700
Price range (MSRP)
BMW Z4 Roadster
BMW Z4 Roadster For Sale
25/32 mpg
City/Hwy
255 hp
Horsepower
8.8
BMW Z4 Roadster Review and Specs
Select configuration:
BMW Z4 M40i Roadster
$65,300
Starting Price (MSRP)
BMW Z4 M40i Roadster For Sale
Select configuration:
BMW Z4 sDrive30i Roadster
$52,800
Starting Price (MSRP)
BMW Z4 sDrive30i Roadster For Sale
Select configuration:
What are the differences between the BMW Z4 Roadster M40i Roadster and sDrive30i Roadster?

Overview

Engine
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 gallons
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Trunk Volume
9.9 ft³
Trunk Volume
9.9 ft³

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
382 hp @ 5000 rpm
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque
369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,457 lbs
3,287 lbs
Now Buzzing
5 Reasons Mazda Is Dominating Automotive Design Right Now
Design
5 Reasons Mazda Is Dominating Automotive Design Right Now
Lamborghini Revuelto Revealed As 1,001-HP Aventador Usurper
Reveal
Lamborghini Revuelto Revealed As 1,001-HP Aventador Usurper
Porsche 718 GT4, Spyder, And T Models Are Dead For 2024
Industry News
Porsche 718 GT4, Spyder, And T Models Are Dead For 2024
2024 Lamborghini Revuelto First Look Review: A Raging Bull Of Firsts
First Look
2024 Lamborghini Revuelto First Look Review: A Raging Bull Of Firsts
5 Ways The Lamborghini Revuelto Betters The Aventador Ultimae
Supercars
5 Ways The Lamborghini Revuelto Betters The Aventador Ultimae
New VW Tiguan Arriving This Year With ID. 2all-Inspired Physical Infotainment Controls
Scoop
New VW Tiguan Arriving This Year With ID. 2all-Inspired Physical Infotainment Controls

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
26 MPG
28 MPG
City
23 MPG
25 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.8 Tons/yr
6.4 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 gallons
13.7 gallons
Cruising Range City
315.1 miles
342.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
424.7 miles
452.1 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
170.7 in
170.7 in
Height
51.4 in
51.4 in
Max Width
73.4 in
73.4 in
Front Width
62.8 in
63.7 in
Rear Width
62.6 in
63.5 in
Wheelbase
97.2 in
97.2 in
Ground Clearance
4.7 in
4.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
2 seater
2 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.2 in
42.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.9 in
38.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.3 in
54.3 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
9.9 ft³
9.9 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.1 ft
36.1 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 9"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 10"
18" x 9"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P255/40WR18
P225/45VR18
Rear Tire
P275/40WR18
P255/40VR18

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Alpine White
Alpine White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Portimao Blue Metallic
  • San Francisco Red Metallic
  • Skyscraper Grey Metallic
  • Thundernight Metallic
  • Frozen Grey II Metallic, Priority 1
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Portimao Blue Metallic
  • San Francisco Red Metallic
  • Skyscraper Grey Metallic
  • Thundernight Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, SensaTec Seat Upholstery
  • Black, SensaTec Seat Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black w/Blue Stitching, Alcantara/Leather Seat Upholstery
  • Black, Vernasca Leather Seat Upholstery
  • Cognac w/Contrast Stitch, Vernasca Leather Seat Upholstery
  • Ivory White, Vernasca Leather Seat Upholstery
  • Magma Red w/Black Stitch, Vernasca Leather Seat Upholstery
  • Black w/Blue Stitching, Alcantara/Leather Seat Upholstery
  • Black, Vernasca Leather Seat Upholstery
  • Cognac w/Contrast Stitch, Vernasca Leather Seat Upholstery
  • Ivory White, Vernasca Leather Seat Upholstery
  • Magma Red w/Black Stitch, Vernasca Leather Seat Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Optional
Optional
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Optional
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Optional
Automatic Parking
Optional
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Standard
Optional
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Optional
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Optional
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Optional
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Optional
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Optional
Lane Departure Warning
Optional
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
BMW Z4 Roadster
Best Comparisons
  • Popular Tags
  • Cars
By Make
Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger BrightDrop Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Gordon Murray Automotive Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota VinFast Volkswagen Volvo
By Car Type
SUVs Crossovers Sedans Coupes Trucks Sports Cars Wagons Vans Hatchbacks Convertibles Small Cars Luxury Cars Electric Cars Hybrid Cars Future Cars
By Price
Up to $15K $15K - $25K $25K - $35K $35K - $45K $45K - $55K $55K - $75K $75K - $100K $100K - $200K $200K - $300K Above $300K
Back
To Top