Trim Report

BMW Z4 M40i2003

Includes:Z4|M40i
$26,950
Starting From
351
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 351 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $26,950
Max $83,400
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2003 BMW Z4 M40i Pricing

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Where to Find BMW Z4 M40i

Location data for all 2003 BMW Z4 trims combined

29States

If you're near California, you're in luck: 12% of listings are there. But with 29 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

BMW Z4 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2003 BMW Z4 trims

Moderate

With 4 recalls and 413 complaints, the 2003 BMW Z4 rates as moderate on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

4
Recalls
413
Complaints
5
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
03V0320002003-04-02
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CONNECTION OF THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE TO THE STEEL ROPE OF THE TENSIONER DOES NOT MEET BMW SPECIFICATIONS. IN SEVERE FRONTAL CRASHES, THIS CONNECTION CAN DETACH.

IF THE CONNECTION DETACHES, THE PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE SAFETY BELT IS LIKELY TO BE IMPAIRED, AND SERIOUS INJURIES TO THE DRIVER AND/OR FRONT PASSENGER COULD OCCUR THAT MIGHT OTHERWISE BE MITIGATED.

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04V1820002004-12-04
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, A VAPOR LOCK IN THE FUEL PUMP COULD OCCUR CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL. IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BE RESTARTED FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 TO 20 MINUTES.

IF STALLING WERE TO OCCUR, THE DRIVER WOULD BE UNABLE TO MAINTAIN VEHICLE SPEED OR ACCELERATE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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03V2140002003-09-06
TIRES

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 18" TIRES, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE TIRE HAS BEEN DAMAGED DURING THE MOUNTING PROCESS TO THE RIM.

CONSEQUENTLY, A LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE, OR A TIRE FAILURE, COULD OCCUR. DEPENDING ON TRAFFIC CONDITIONS AND THE DRIVER'S REACTIONS, THIS COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.

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04V2470002004-24-05
AIR BAGS

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, INCOMPATIBLE ELECTRONIC AIR BAG SYSTEM PROCESSORS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED.

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT MAY NOT OCCUR, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES TO THE DRIVER AND/OR FRONT PASSENGER.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2003 BMW Z4's biggest weak point? STEERING. It leads 413 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Steering320
02Air Bags21
03Engine And Engine Cooling7
04Steering,air Bags6
05Power Train6
413 total across 1 model years (2003–2003)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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BMW Z4 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2003 BMW Z4 trims

20–21mpg combined
·
18city
·
25-27hwy
·
$3,900-$4,100/yr

Fuel economy for the 2003 BMW Z4 ranges from 20 to 21 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Z4 Roadster - Automatic (S5)
21mpg
2.5L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Z4 Roadster - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Z4 Roadster - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
2.5L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Z4 Roadster - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.5L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Z4 Roadster - Manual 6-spd
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Z4 Roadster - Automatic (S5)
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

M40i Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2003 BMW Z4 M40i

How does the M40i compare to other BMW Z4 trims?

Every BMW Z4 trim targets a different buyer. The 2003 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2003 BMW Z4 M40i?

The M40i shares its core mechanicals with other BMW Z4 trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for steering issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 4 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2003 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the BMW Z4 M40i?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each BMW Z4 M40i year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The BMW Z4 overview compares all years side by side.

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