# BMW Z4 specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **MPG (combined):** 22-28 - **Drive:** RWD - **Years covered:** 2015-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 BMW Z4 is a two-seater rated at 22-28 mpg combined. Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo. ## Every 2026 BMW Z4 version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Z4 sDrive30i | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | Automatic | 25/33 | 28 mpg | $2,950 | 312 g/mi | | Z4 M40i | 3.0L V6 turbo | RWD | Automatic | 23/29 | 25 mpg | $3,300 | 346 g/mi | | Z4 M40i | 3.0L V6 turbo | RWD | Manual | 19/26 | 22 mpg | $3,750 | 407 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## BMW Z4 specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo | Automatic, Manual | RWD | 22-28 | | 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo | Automatic, Manual | RWD | 22-28 | | 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo | Automatic | RWD | 26-28 | | 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo | Automatic | RWD | 26-28 | | 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo | Automatic | RWD | 25-28 | | 2021 | 3.0L V6 turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | RWD | 25-28 | | 2020 | 3.0L V6 turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | RWD | 26-27 | | 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | RWD | 28 | | 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo | Automatic, Manual | RWD | 19-26 | | 2015 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo | Automatic, Manual | RWD | 19-26 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the Z4 changed over the years? - **2025:** combined mpg went from 26-28 to 22-28. - **2023:** combined mpg went from 25-28 to 26-28. - **2021:** combined mpg went from 26-27 to 25-28. - **2020:** added 3.0L V6 turbo. - **2019:** dropped 3.0L V6 turbo. ## What does it cost to run a Z4? The EPA puts the 2026 BMW Z4's fuel cost at **$2,950-$3,750 a year**, against about $4,005 for other current two-seater: roughly 16% less. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $16,750 in fuel. ## Z4 vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Mazda MX-5](/vehicles/mazda-mx-5) | Gas | 29 mpg | $2,850 | | [Toyota GR Supra](/vehicles/toyota-gr-supra) | Gas | 21-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,900 | | [Mercedes-Benz AMG GT](/vehicles/mercedes-benz-amg-gt) | Gas, Hybrid | 16-22 mpg | $3,750-$5,150 | | [Nissan Z](/vehicles/nissan-z) | Gas | 18-22 mpg | $3,750-$4,550 | | [Chevrolet Corvette](/vehicles/chevrolet-corvette) | Gas, Hybrid | 14-19 mpg | $4,350-$5,850 | Other current two-seater from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2026 BMW Z4 get? The 2026 BMW Z4 is EPA-rated at 22-28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2026 BMW Z4 have? The 2026 BMW Z4 comes with: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo. It uses automatic, manual transmissions and is offered with RWD. ### Is there a hybrid BMW Z4? No. In the EPA data from 2015-2026 the BMW Z4 has no hybrid version. ### Which BMW Z4 year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2026 BMW Z4 has the highest combined rating, up to 28 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 BMW Z4 for a year? About $2,950-$3,750 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 BMW Z4? The most efficient 2026 version, the Z4 sDrive30i, is rated 25 mpg city and 33 mpg highway (28 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2026 BMW Z4 emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 312-407 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Is the BMW Z4 cheap to run compared with other two-seater? Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $2,950-$3,750 compares with about $4,005 for other current two-seater models. 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