All BMW modelsBMW Z3: generations and engines
The BMW Z3 was built from 1995 to 2004 in 4 generations, with 19 engine versions in our catalog (convertible, coupe). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years1995–2004
Generations4
Engine versions19
Power115–325 hp
Body stylesConvertible, Coupe
FuelGasoline
Timeline
BMW Z3 generations
- 1995–2003
- 1997–2004
BMW Z3 Coupe (E36/8)
Engines below - 1997–2003
BMW Z3 M (E36/7)
Engines below - 1998–2003
BMW Z3 M Coupe (E36/8)
Engines below
Specs
BMW Z3 engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
BMW Z3 Coupe (E36/8)1997–2004 · 5 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 (192 hp) | 1997–2000 | Gasoline | 192 hp (141 kW) | 207 lb-ft (280 Nm) | 6.8 s | 144 mph (231 km/h) | |
| 2.8 (192 hp) Automatic | 1997–2000 | Gasoline | 192 hp (141 kW) | 207 lb-ft (280 Nm) | 7.1 s | 142 mph (229 km/h) | |
| 3.2 (321 hp) | 1998–2003 | Gasoline | 321 hp (236 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 5.4 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| 3.0i (231 hp) | 2000–2004 | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | 221 lb-ft (300 Nm) | 6 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| 3.0i (231 hp) Automatic | 2000–2004 | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | 221 lb-ft (300 Nm) | 6.3 s | 150 mph (242 km/h) |
BMW Z3 M (E36/7)1997–2003 · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2 (321 hp) | 1997–2003 | Gasoline | 321 hp (236 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 5 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| 3.2 (325 hp) | 1997–2003 | Gasoline | 325 hp (239 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 5.3 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
BMW Z3 M Coupe (E36/8)1998–2003 · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2 (321 hp) | 1998–2003 | Gasoline | 321 hp (236 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 5.4 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| 3.2 (325 hp) | 1998–2003 | Gasoline | 325 hp (239 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 5.3 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
Before you buy
Check a used BMW Z3
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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