1997 BMW Z3

The 1997 BMW Z3 is listed in 6 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.9 L 4-cyl and 2.8 L 6-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 24 MPG (best: 9.8 L/100 km).

Model year1997
Versions6
ClassTwo Seaters
DriveRear-Wheel Drive

Engines, transmissions & fuel economy

VersionPowertrainTransmissionDriveFuelMPG city / hwy / combL/100 km (comb)CO2 g/miClass
Z3 Roadster1.9 L 4-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel DrivePremium20 / 29 / 2310.2386Two Seaters
Z3 Roadster1.9 L 4-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel DrivePremium20 / 28 / 2310.2386Two Seaters
Z3 Roadster1.9 L 4-cylManual 5-spdRear-Wheel DrivePremium20 / 29 / 2310.2386Two Seaters
Z3 Roadster1.9 L 4-cylManual 5-spdRear-Wheel DrivePremium20 / 29 / 249.8370Two Seaters
Z3 Roadster2.8 L 6-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel DrivePremium16 / 23 / 1912.4468Two Seaters
Z3 Roadster2.8 L 6-cylManual 5-spdRear-Wheel DrivePremium17 / 25 / 2011.8444Two Seaters

Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.

Safety recalls

Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1997 BMW Z3.

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