Model Year | 2009 | 2015 | |
Model | BMW Z4 | BMW 2-Series | |
Engine | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 255 hp@6600 220 lb-ft@2600 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.3 in | 105.9 in | -7.6 in |
Length | 166.9 in | 174.9 in | -8 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 69.4 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 55.6 in | -4.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3241 lb. | 3860 lb. | -619 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.7 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.5 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.4 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.5 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.0 in | -37 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 42.2 in | -42.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 42.2 in (over 1 rows) | 73.3 in (over 2 rows) | -31.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.9 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
2009 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
no back seats see full BMW Z4 review |
2015 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |