Change trim
MSRP
- Z3 2dr Roadster 2.5L $29,950
- Z3 2dr Roadster 2.8L $36,200
- Z3 2dr Cpe 2.8L $36,200
1999 BMW Z3 2.8L specs & colors
2dr Car
Key Specs
Color options
Interior
Tanin Red
Sand
Walnut
Black
Packages
Specifications
| EPA Classification | Two-Seater |
| Front Wheel Size | 16 x 7 in |
| Rear Wheel Size | 16 x 7 in |
| Spare Wheel Size | Compact in |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Spare Wheel Material | Steel |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | N/A |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 90 |
| Engine Type | Gas 6-Cyl |
| Displacement | 2.8L/170 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 193 @ 5500 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 206 @ 3500 |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | 26 MPG |
| Cruising Range - City | 256.50 mi |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | 19 MPG |
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined | N/A MPG |
| Cruising Range - Hwy | 351.00 mi |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - City | N/A |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | N/A |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined | N/A |
| Estimated Battery Range | N/A mi |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 5 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 4.21 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.49 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.66 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.24 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 3.85 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.15 |
| Suspension Type - Front | Coil Spring |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Coil Spring |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | w/Anti-Roll Bar |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | w/Anti-Roll Bar |
| Brake Type | Pwr-Assisted |
| Brake ABS System | Four-Wheel |
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) | N/A |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 11.3 x -TBD- in |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 10.7 x -TBD- in |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 13.5 gal |
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A gal |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | 15.4 |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.75 |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | 32.8 ft |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A ft |
| Front Tire Size | P225/50ZR16 |
| Rear Tire Size | P225/50ZR16 |
| Spare Tire Size | Compact |
| Base Curb Weight | 2943 lbs |
| Passenger Capacity | 2 |
| Passenger Volume | 82.0 ft³ |
| Front Head Room | 36.7 in |
| Front Leg Room | 41.8 in |
| Front Shoulder Room | 51.7 in |
| Front Hip Room | 54.1 in |
| Second Head Room | N/A in |
| Second Leg Room | N/A in |
| Second Shoulder Room | N/A in |
| Second Hip Room | N/A in |
| Wheelbase | 96.3 in |
| Length, Overall | 158.5 in |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors | 68.5 in |
| Height, Overall | 51.4 in |
| Track Width, Front | 55.6 in |
| Track Width, Rear | 58.8 in |
| Min Ground Clearance | N/A in |
| Liftover Height | N/A in |
| Trunk Volume | 9.0 ft³ |
| Air conditioning | Standard |
| Microchip dynamic encoded key anti-theft driveaway protection | Standard |
| Direct ignition system w/knock control | Standard |
| Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot | Standard |
| Vehicle-speed variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode | Standard |
| 5-speed manual transmission w/direct 5th gear | Standard |
| 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) | Standard |
| Nappa leather seats/door trim | Standard |
| Mast antenna | Standard |
| Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers | Standard |
| Driver/front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) | Standard |
| Limited slip differential | Standard |
| Courtesy lights w/time delay fade-in/out | Standard |
| Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack & pinion steering | Standard |
| 90 amp alternator | Standard |
| Semi-trailing arm rear suspension | Standard |
| 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) | Standard |
| Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers | Standard |
| 9-MPH body-color hydraulic energy-absorbing bumpers | Standard |
| Dual cupholders/coinholder | Standard |
| Ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes | Standard |
| City 19/hwy 26 (2.8L engine/5-speed manual trans) | Standard |
| Front/rear stabilizer bars | Standard |
| Front seat side-impact airbags | Standard |
| Halogen fog lights | Standard |
| Multi-function digital clock | Standard |
| 2.8L (170) DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing | Standard |
| Service interval indicator | Standard |
| Automatic locking retractors on all seat belts | Standard |
| Wood shift grip/console trim | Standard |
| City 19/hwy 26 (2.8L engine/4-speed auto trans) | Standard |
| Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft | Standard |
| All season traction control | Standard |
| 9-MPH body-color hydraulic energy-absorbing bumpers | Standard |
| 16" x 7.0" double spoke cast alloy wheels | Standard |
| LCD main/trip odometers | Standard |
| All season traction control | Standard |
| Spare tire compartment tool kit | Standard |
| Cruise control | Standard |
| Dual 4-way pwr sport bucket seats | Standard |
| Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms | Standard |
| Pre-wired for remote keyless-entry/security system | Standard |
| P225/50ZR16 performance radial tires | Standard |
| Electronic analog tachometer | Standard |
| Pwr side window sealing system | Standard |
| Halogen headlights | Standard |
| 13.5 gallon fuel tank | Standard |
| Height adjustable safety belts w/automatic tensioners, force limiters | Standard |
| CD changer/cellular phone pre-wiring | Standard |
| 70 amp/hr battery | Standard |
| Rear wheel drive | Standard |
| Dual pwr mirrors | Standard |
| Pwr windows-inc: 1-touch up/down, closing from door locks | Standard |
Compare trims
Wondering which trim is right for you?
Our 1999 BMW Z3 trim comparison will help you decide.