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BMW Z4 Reliability by Model Generation
Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year and Model | % of Average Repair Frequency | |
 2006 - 2008 BMW Z4 |
Best
45%
Worst
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 2003 - 2005 BMW Z4 |
Best
94%
Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the BMW Z4
| BMW Z4 Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Certified pre-owned. full 2007 BMW Z4 review |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
It has a reputation with consumer organizations for very reliable performance - a real plus when repairs on such cars are so expensive. The "certified" warranty was important to me with this in mind. full 2006 BMW Z4 review |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
The car has the remaining new car warranty and maintenance. It is CPO to 6yr-100k miles. full 2006 BMW Z4 review |
| BMW Z4 Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2003 | 2dr Convertible 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD |
Parts(e.g., fuel pump) that would nearly outlast any domestic or foreign car make failed after only 25,000 miles. Dealer attempted to charge me nearly $2000 to replace same...said "No thanks," and took to independent garage who charged 1/3 to repair. full 2003 BMW Z4 review |
