BMW Z4 2018 M40i (G29)
BMW Z4 2018 3.0 petrol description
Cabrio BMW Z4 2018 M40i is being produced from January, 2018. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 340 horsepower on 5000 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW Z4 2018 version and torque 500 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 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 and Twin-Scroll turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 210 000 and 360 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW Z4 3.0 engine oil type is 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW Z4 2018 M40i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW Z4 2018 M40i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW Z4 2018 M40i reported by owners in daily driving mode is 8.9 litres per 100km.
BMW Z4 safety
During safety testing BMW Z4 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW Z4 is evaluated with outstanding rate 97 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 87 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW Z4 got 91 points from 100.
BMW Z4 safety equipment has been rated as good - 76 percents from 100.
BMW Z4 2018 M40i technical data
| Model: | BMW Z4 M40i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2018. January | ||
| Engine: | 2998 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 340 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 500 NM ON 1600 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data 9.2 (urban) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.9 l/100km (26.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres (13.7 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.32m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.30m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 114 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 281 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1860 kg | ||
BMW Z4 2018 M40i engine B58B30M0
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 2998 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 94.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 : 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. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW Z4 2018 M40i oil type | 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
| Power | 326 - 340 HP ON 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 - 500 NM ON 1600 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2015 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW 1 sērija and 7 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 [2018 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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BMW Z4 2018 2.0 20i
Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 197 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW Z4 2018 2.0 20i
Jan 2018 — Dec 2019 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 197 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW Z4 2018 2.0 30i
Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW Z4 2018 3.0 M40i
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW Z4 2018 3.0 M40i 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |