BMW Z3 1996 Roadster 3.0i

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BMW Z3 1996 3.0 petrol description

Cabrio BMW Z3 1996 Roadster 3.0i has been produced from June, 2000 to March, 2003. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 231 horsepower on 5900 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW Z3 1996 - 2003 version and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 290 000 and 490 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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This BMW Z3 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW Z3 1996 Roadster 3.0i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW Z3 1996 Roadster 3.0i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW Z3 1996 Roadster 3.0i fuel consumption is 9.5 litres per 100km (10.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 51 litres or 13.47 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 680 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this BMW is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real BMW Z3 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also BMW Z3 version with automatic gearbox (BMW Z3 2000 Roadster 3.0i AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.3 seconds later (in 6.3 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 10.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.6 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 11.3 litres per 100 km.

BMW Z3 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

BMW Z3 1996 Roadster 3.0i technical data

Model:	BMW Z3 Roadster 3.0i
Body style:	Cabrio
Production period:	2000. June ... 2003. March
Engine:	2979 cm³ Petrol, 6 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	228 g/km
Power:	231 HP ON 5900 RPM	Torque:	300 NM ON 3500 RPM
Gearbox:	Manual gearbox (5 gears)	Drive type:	Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed:	240 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	6.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	9.5 (combined) 13.3 (urban) 7.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	9.7 l/100km (24.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity:	51 litres (13.5 gallons)
Car dimensions:	4.05m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.29m (height)
Turning diameter:	10 meters
Trunk capacity:	165 litres
Gross weight:	1575 kg

BMW Z3 1996 Roadster 3.0i engine M54B30

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 490,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.

Engine displacement	2979 cm³
Number of cylinders	6
Bore (cylinder diameter)	84 mm
Stroke length (piston move)	89.6 mm
Compression ratio	10.2 : 1
Camshaft drive	Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info
Timing chain change interval	250,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.
Fuel system	Injection
BMW Z3 1996 Roadster 3.0i oil type	5W-30
Oil capacity	6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity	10.5 litres (11.1 quarts)
Power	231 HP ON 5900 RPM
Torque	300 NM ON 3500 RPM
Start of production (year)	2000
Duration of production	7 years
Engine also used on	BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW X3 BMW Z4
	Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

Carmakers tend to use similar engines with different parameters for models available in different markets and time periods.

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All BMW Z3 cabrio [1996 - 2003] modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox
BMW Z3 1996 Roadster 1.8i Mar 1996 — Apr 1999 Most fuel efficient version	1.8 Petrol	115 HP	7.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 1999 roadster 1.8i S Apr 1999 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient version	1.8 Petrol	118 HP	7.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 1999 1.9 Roadster 1.8i Apr 1999 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient version	1.9 Petrol	118 HP	7.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 2000 Roadster 1.9i Sep 2000 — Mar 2003 Most fuel efficient version	1.9 Petrol	118 HP	7.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 2000 roadster 1.9i S Sep 2000 — Oct 2002 Most fuel efficient version	1.9 Petrol	118 HP	7.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 1996 Roadster 1.9i Mar 1996 — Apr 1999 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption	1.9 Petrol	140 HP	8.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 1996 Roadster 1.9i Mar 1996 — Apr 1999	1.9 Petrol	140 HP	8.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW Z3 1999 1.9 Roadster 2.0i Apr 1999 — Sep 2000	1.9 Petrol	150 HP	9.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 1999 1.9 Roadster 2.0i Apr 1999 — Sep 2000	1.9 Petrol	150 HP	9.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW Z3 1999 roadster 2.0i S Apr 1999 — Sep 2000	2.0 Petrol	150 HP	9.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 1999 roadster 2.0i S Apr 1999 — Sep 2000	2.0 Petrol	150 HP	9.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW Z3 2000 Roadster 2.2i Sep 2000 — Mar 2003	2.2 Petrol	170 HP	9.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 2000 roadster 2.2i S Sep 2000 — Oct 2002	2.2 Petrol	170 HP	9.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 2000 Roadster 2.2i Sep 2000 — Oct 2002	2.2 Petrol	170 HP	9.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 2000 roadster 2.2i S Sep 2000 — Oct 2002	2.2 Petrol	170 HP	9.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 1997 Roadster 2.8i Mar 1997 — Apr 1999	2.8 Petrol	192 HP	9.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 1997 Roadster 2.8i Mar 1997 — Apr 1999	2.8 Petrol	192 HP	10.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW Z3 1999 Roadster 2.8i Apr 1999 — Jun 2000	2.8 Petrol	193 HP	9.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 1999 Roadster 2.8i Apr 1999 — Jun 2000	2.8 Petrol	193 HP	10.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW Z3 2000 Roadster 3.0i Jun 2000 — Mar 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6 seconds	3.0 Petrol	231 HP	9.5 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW Z3 2000 Roadster 3.0i Jun 2000 — Oct 2002 Most powerfull version (231 HP)	3.0 Petrol	231 HP	10.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾

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