2012 BMW Z4 fuel economy
The EPA lists 5 versions of the 2012 BMW Z4. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 27 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 23 city / 34 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 19 to 27 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 23 and 34 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $3,050 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z4 sDrive28i Manual 6-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 | 34 | 27 MPG | $3,050 |
| Z4 sDrive28i Automatic 8-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG | $3,150 |
| Z4 sDrive35i Manual 6-spd | 6-cyl 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 MPG | $3,900 |
| Z4 sDrive35i Automatic (S7) | 6-cyl 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG | $4,350 |
| Z4 sDrive35is Automatic (S7) | 6-cyl 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG | $4,350 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $3,050 per year in fuel, versus $4,350 for the least efficient.