BMW Z4 2009 Roadster sDrive30i

BMW Z4 2009 3.0 petrol description

Cabrio BMW Z4 2009 Roadster sDrive30i has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2013. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 258 horsepower on 6600 rpm and torque 310 Nm (Newton metres) on 2600 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 410 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This BMW Z4 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW Z4 2009 Roadster sDrive30i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW Z4 2009 Roadster sDrive30i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW Z4 2009 Roadster sDrive30i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.3 litres per 100km (12 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.9 litres per 100 km, which is 19% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW Z4 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also BMW Z4 version with manual gearbox (BMW Z4 2009 3.0 Roadster sDrive30i MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds faster (in 5.8 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 8.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 9.6 litres per 100 km.
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BMW Z4 2009

BMW Z4 2009 Roadster sDrive30i technical data

Model: BMW Z4 Roadster sDrive30i
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2009. January ... 2013. January 
Engine: 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 195 g/km
Power: 258 HP ON 6600 RPM Torque: 310 NM ON 2600 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.3 (combined) 11.9 (urban) 6.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.9 l/100km (23.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.24m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.29m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.7 meters
Trunk capacity: 180 litres
Gross weight: 1700 kg

BMW Z4 2009 Roadster sDrive30i engine N52B30

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 2996 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 85 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88 mm
Compression ratio 10.7 : 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 120,000 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 Z4 2009 Roadster sDrive30i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Power 218 - 272 HP ON 6600 RPM
Torque 270 - 315 NM ON 2600 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW 1 sērija and 4 other models

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.

All BMW Z4 cabrio [2009 - 2013] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
BMW Z4 2011 2.0 20i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 184 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW Z4 2011 2.0 20i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 184 HP 6.8 l/100km Automatic (8)
BMW Z4 2011 2.0 28i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW Z4 2011 2.0 28i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.8 l/100km Automatic (8)
BMW Z4 2009 2.5 Roadster sDrive23i Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW Z4 2009 2.5 Roadster sDrive23i Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW Z4 2009 3.0 Roadster sDrive30i Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW Z4 2009 3.0 Roadster sDrive30i Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 8.3 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW Z4 2009 3.0 Roadster sDrive35i Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW Z4 2009 3.0 Roadster sDrive35i Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (7)
BMW Z4 2010 3.0 Roadster sDrive35is Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds

3.0 Petrol 340 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (7)
BMW Z4 2009 reviews
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