Auto loans: 2011 BMW Z4
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.8 to 12.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 6 NHTSA recall campaigns. 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
- 10.8 to 12.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 6
For sale
We do not have a 2011 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.
2011 BMW Z4 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 12.7 L/100 km | 12.7 L/100 km | 12.7 L/100 km | 14.0 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.5 L/100 km | 9.1 L/100 km | 10.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.8 L/100 km | 10.8 L/100 km | 11.1 L/100 km | 12.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 251 g/km | 251 g/km | 263 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.90 | $18.90 | $19.43 | $21.35 |
2011 BMW Z4: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 19 | 19 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 28 | 26 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 22 | 21 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 26 | 25 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,750 | US$3,750 | US$3,900 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,780 | $3,780 | $3,886 | $4,270 |
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 2011 BMW Z4
- NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 46 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (13), engine (10) and engine and engine cooling (7). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V707000 | 2023-10-20 | engine and engine cooling:engine | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing... |
| 22V119000 | 2022-03-02 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv) | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3... |
| 17V683000 | 2017-10-30 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv) | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit. |
| 17V067000 | 2017-02-02 | power train:driveline:constant velocity joint | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 1 Series M Coupe and 135i Convertible vehicles, 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i, 335i, 335d, 335i Coupe, 335is Coupe, 335i Convertible, 335is Convertible, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535i Gran Turismo and 550i xDrive Gran Turismo vehicles and 2012 740i and 740Li... |
| 14V176000 | 2014-04-10 | engine and engine cooling:engine | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 135i Convertible, 335i Sedan, X5 xDrive 35i, and X6 xDrive 35i, 2011 335i xDrive Sedan, 335i... |
| 13V044000 | 2013-02-07 | electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers | BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2011 BMW Z4: before you buy
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2011 BMW Z4 for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page sets out the 2011 BMW Z4 for buyers, in plain words.
Recalls and complaints
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
Specs, explained
It runs the 3.0L 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.
Fuel use is rated 10.8 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 32 litres. Driving 300 km costs roughly $56.70 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,750 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
What to expect from the Z4
As a two-seat sports car, it puts the driving first and the luggage second.
Who the Z4 suits
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits a summer weekend or a special occasion more than a move.
A longer test drive
A week with the Z4 answers more than any brochure. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Drive the Z4 on your commute before you commit to it.
Running costs
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $189 at our price setting.
Narrowing it down
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Make a request
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
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 2011 BMW Z4 from us first.
Ask us about the 2011 BMW Z4
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2011 BMW Z4 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2011 BMW Z4
Does CarmaCars sell the 2011 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 2011 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 2011 BMW Z4 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2011 BMW Z4 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,750 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3780.00.
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.