Trim Report

BMW Z4 2.5i2005

Includes:Z4|2.5i
$3,995
Starting From
63
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 63 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $3,995
Max $17,800
From $3,995
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2.5i Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$5,995
$6K–$19K
25 listings71,000 avg miles
2.5i
From$3,995
63 listings|$4K–$18K
3.0i
From$1,250
74 listings|$1K–$24K
3.0si
From$6,950
35 listings|$7K–$34K
M40i
From$26,950
351 listings|$27K–$83K
sDrive28i
From$10,000
51 listings|$10K–$24K
sDrive30i
From$8,350
340 listings|$8K–$123K
sDrive35i
From$13,990
43 listings|$14K–$34K
sDrive35is
From$16,900
16 listings|$17K–$36K

2005 BMW Z4 2.5i Pricing

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Where to Find BMW Z4 2.5i

Location data for all 2005 BMW Z4 trims combined

29States

12% of the market sits in California, though listings span 29 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

BMW Z4 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2005 BMW Z4 trims

Moderate

The 2005 BMW Z4's moderate safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 190 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
190
Complaints
2
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2005 BMW Z4 has accumulated 190 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with steering leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Steering166
02Air Bags7
03Electrical System2
04Electrical System,air Bags2
05Structure1
190 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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BMW Z4 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2005 BMW Z4 trims

20–21mpg combined
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17-18city
·
25-27hwy
·
$3,900-$4,100/yr

With 5 configurations tested, the 2005 BMW Z4 ranges from 20 to 21 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

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 - 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
17 city25 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Is the 2.5i Worth It?

Common questions about the 2005 BMW Z4 2.5i

How does the 2.5i compare to other BMW Z4 trims?

The 2.5i occupies a distinct position in the BMW Z4 range. See how it stacks up on the 2005 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2005 BMW Z4 2.5i?

Maintenance costs for the 2.5i align with the broader BMW Z4 ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is steering. Check the 2005 BMW Z4 page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the BMW Z4 2.5i?

For the 2.5i, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the BMW Z4 buyer's guide.

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