Auto loans: 2004 BMW Z4
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2004 BMW Z4 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2004 BMW Z4 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 6-cylinder | 2.5L 6-cylinder | 2.5L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 263 g/km | 263 g/km | 263 g/km | 263 g/km | 263 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $19.60 | $19.60 | $19.60 | $19.60 | $19.60 | $20.65 |
2004 BMW Z4: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 25 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,900 | US$3,900 | US$3,900 | US$3,900 | US$3,900 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,920 | $3,920 | $3,920 | $3,920 | $3,920 | $4,130 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2004 BMW Z4
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 411 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (381), air bags (21) and electrical system (14). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V182000 | 2004-04-12 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, A VAPOR LOCK IN THE FUEL PUMP COULD OCCUR CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL. IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BE RESTARTED FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 TO 20 MINUTES. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 2004 BMW Z4
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2004 BMW Z4 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page puts the 2004 BMW Z4 in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
What to check on the Z4
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Engine and fuel
It runs the 2.5L 6-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 11.2 L/100 km combined, so budget about 34 litres for 300 km. At our price setting, it costs about $19.60 to drive 100 km. The EPA estimates US$3,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Good uses for the Z4
It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size. It suits a summer weekend or a special occasion more than a move.
How big it is
As a two-seat sports car, it puts the driving first and the luggage second.
Try before you buy
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. A test week in the Z4 tells you more than any review. Rent first, buy later: a week with the Z4 answers the big questions.
Which one to look for
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Money matters
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $19.60 in fuel. The EPA estimates US$3,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Send a request
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2004 BMW Z4 from us first.
Ask us about the 2004 BMW Z4
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2004 BMW Z4 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2004 BMW Z4
Does CarmaCars sell the 2004 BMW Z4?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2004 BMW Z4 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2004 BMW Z4 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2004 BMW Z4 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,900 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3920.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.