Compare BMW Z4 Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class

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: 32 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

2019-2022 BMW Z4 Roadster Steering Wheel

2017-2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class Rear View Driving

2017-2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class Front Seats

Engine and Transmission

Engine

2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas

Horsepower

255 hp @ 5000 rpm

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

Torque

295 lb-ft @ 1550 rpm

273 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic

9-Speed Automatic

Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight

3,287 lbs

3,384 lbs

Fuel Economy

Combined

28 MPG

27 MPG

City

25 MPG

23 MPG

Highway

32 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

6.3 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

438.4 miles

508.8 miles

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

N/A

4.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity

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

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Turning Diameter

36.1 ft

36.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type

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

Rear Suspension

Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire

P225/45VR18

P225/45YR17

Rear Tire

P255/40VR18

P245/40YR17

Spare Tire

N/A

Compact

Standard Exterior Colors

Alpine White

Black
Polar White

Optional Exterior Colors

Black Sapphire Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Mediterranean Blue Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Misano Blue Metallic
San Francisco Red 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, 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

Infotainment

HD Radio

Standard

Bluetooth Connection

Standard

Hard Disk Drive Media Storage

Standard

Optional

Premium Sound System

Optional

Satellite Radio

Standard

Optional

Smart Device Integration

Standard

WiFi Hotspot

Not Available

Standard

Auxiliary Audio Input

Standard

MP3 Player

Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats

Standard

Leather Seats

Optional

Standard

Leather Steering Wheel

Standard

Premium Synthetic Seats

Standard

Sun/Moonroof

Not Available

Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display

Optional

Not Available

Navigation System

Standard

Optional

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Standard

Power Mirror(s)

Standard

A/C

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control

Optional

Automatic Parking

Optional

Not Available

Climate Control

Standard

Optional

Cruise Control

Standard

Hands-Free Liftgate

Optional

Not Available

Heated Front Seat(s)

Optional

Heated Steering Wheel

Optional

Not Available

Keyless Entry

Standard

Multi-Zone A/C

Standard

Optional

Power Driver Seat

Standard

Power Passenger Seat

Standard

Remote Engine Start

Optional

Standard

Remote Trunk Release

Optional

Not Available

Seat Memory

Standard

Universal Garage Door Opener

Standard

Keyless Start

Optional

Telematics

Standard

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera

Standard

Cross-Traffic Alert

Optional

Not Available

Rear Parking Aid

Optional

Blind Spot Monitor

Optional

Standard

Lane Departure Warning

Optional

Lane Keeping Assist

Not Available

Optional

ABS

Standard

Tire Pressure Monitor

Standard

Brake Assist

Standard

Stability Control

Standard

Traction Control

Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag

Standard

Front Head Air Bag

Not Available

Standard

Front Side Air Bag

Standard

Knee Air Bag

Standard

Passenger Air Bag

Standard

Warranty Summary

Basic

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Corrosion

12 Years / Unlimited Miles

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Drivetrain

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Maintenance

3 Years / 36,000 Miles

N/A

Roadside Assistance

4 Years / Unlimited Miles

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Compare BMW Z4 Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class

Overview

Photos

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Weight and Towing

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Emissions

Fuel Tank

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Space

Cargo Space

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Wheels

Suspension

Tires

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Optional Exterior Colors

Standard Interior Materials

Optional Interior Materials

Features and Options

Infotainment

Interior Trim

Comfort

Safety

Safety Features

Airbags

Warranty

Warranty Summary