BMW Z3 1999–2002 car dimensions: 4050 mm long, 1740 mm wide and 1293 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,295 kg. Braked towing is 1,200 kg.
The two-seater cabin has standard heating and ventilation with manual controls plus power front windows. Air conditioning and cruise control are optional extras. Basic safety includes ABS, driver and passenger airbags, with side airbags optional. No parking sensors, cameras, touchscreen or electronic driver aids like emergency braking, blind spot or lane keep systems are fitted.
Boot space is 165 litres with the soft top up or down. There are no rear seats to fold for extra capacity.
Braked towing capacity is 1200 kg and unbraked is 600 kg. Payload is 270 kg. As a pure sports roadster it suits light leisure use rather than heavy work or frequent towing.
The two-seater cabin is compact and sporty with a clear, simple cockpit and easy controls. Electric multi-way seat adjustment is standard for the driver to set length and height. Soft top operates simply but can let in some wind noise. Build feels solid with optional leather adding a quality touch for everyday open-top driving.
Petrol fuel, combined consumption 7.8 l/100 km, tank 51 litres
Service interval shown by onboard display, typically oil and inspections around 15 000 km or yearly
No crash-test result recorded
Standard safety: ABS, dual front airbags, side airbags, ASC+T, belt pretensioners, rollover hoops
The 1.8i runs on unleaded petrol. Combined use sits at 7.8 l/100 km, urban nearer 11 l and extra-urban 6 l. The 51-litre tank supports decent range for a roadster.
An onboard service interval display sets oil services and alternating inspections based on real use, often near 15 000 km or once a year. Keep up with fluids and checks for long life. Soft-top seals and front suspension joints need regular attention.
Safety kit is solid for the era: ABS, driver and passenger airbags plus side airbags, ASC+T stability and traction control, three-point belts with pretensioners and structural rollover hoops. All-round disc brakes. No official star rating exists.
With consistent care the car stays reliable and fun. The 165-litre boot suits short trips. Shared E36 parts keep maintenance straightforward. Watch age-related corrosion on sills and body.
Length 4050 mm, Width 1740 mm, Height 1293 mm, Wheelbase 2446 mm (Z3 1999–2002)
Sources: manufacturer data, BMW Technische Daten sheet “BMW Z3 roadster 1.8i, BMW Betriebsanleitung Z3, Sach-Nr, 01 40 0 156 419, © 07/01 BMW AG, lists the same length, width, unloaded height, wheelbase, turning circle.