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Compare BMW Z4 Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class

BMW Z4 Roadster
2023 BMW Z4 Roadster
Select configuration:
$52,800
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class
2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class
Select configuration:
$49,950
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.1
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Trunk Volume
9.9 ft³
Trunk Volume
6.5 ft³

Photos

BMW Z4 Roadster
Open Top
Dashboard
45
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Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class
2017-2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class Rear View Driving
2017-2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class Front Seats
37
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
241 hp @ 5550 rpm
Torque
295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
273 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,287 lbs
3,384 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
28 MPG
27 MPG
City
25 MPG
23 MPG
Highway
33 MPG
32 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.4 Tons/yr
6.6 (2019) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 gallons
15.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
342.5 miles
365.7 miles
Cruising Range Highway
452.1 miles
508.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
170.7 in
162.8 in
Height
51.4 in
51.3 in
Max Width
73.4 in
71.2 in
Front Width
63.7 in
61.4 in
Rear Width
63.5 in
61.6 in
Wheelbase
97.2 in
95.7 in
Ground Clearance
4.7 in
4.4 in

Interior Space

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

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
9.9 ft³
6.5 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

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

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8"
17" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 9"
17" x 8.5"

Suspension

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

Tires

Front Tire
P225/45VR18
P225/45YR17
Rear Tire
P255/40VR18
P245/40YR17
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Alpine White
  • Black
  • Polar White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Portimao Blue Metallic
  • San Francisco Red Metallic
  • Skyscraper Grey Metallic
  • Thundernight Metallic
  • Brilliant Blue Metallic
  • Graphite Grey Metallic
  • Indium Grey Metallic, Delayed availability.
  • Iridium Silver Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • designo Patagonia Red Metallic
  • designo Diamond White Metallic
  • designo Shadow Grey Magno, Limited production capacity.

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, SensaTec Seat Upholstery
  • Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Black/Silver Pearl, Nappa Leather/DINAMICA Upholstery
  • Sahara Beige, MB-Tex 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/Red Stitching, Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Sahara Beige, Leather Upholstery
  • Bengal Red/Black, Perforated Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Perforated Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Macchiato Beige, Perforated Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Saddle Brown, Perforated Nappa Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Optional
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Optional
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Optional
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

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

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Optional
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
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 Head Air Bag
Not Available
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
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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