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BMW · model year 2026
2026 BMW Z4 sDrive30i
Two Seaters · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Two Seaters
Where it places
- 02 Fuel-efficient two-seat sports cars
Ordered by combined MPG #2 of 56 - 138 Fuel-efficient cars
Ordered by combined MPG #138 of 401 - 168 2026 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #168 of 1,172 - 745 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #745 of 2,158 - 175 BMW cars
Every model year, newest first #175 of 2,720
Against fuel-efficient two-seat sports cars
The CarCody take
The 2026 BMW Z4 sDrive30i is a gasoline two-seater with rear-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA rating is 28 MPG combined, with 25 MPG city and 33 MPG highway. EPA estimates annual fuel spending at $2,950, while tailpipe emissions measure 312 grams of CO2 per mile.
Good to know
- 28 MPG combined EPA rating
- 33 MPG highway estimate
- Rear-wheel drive
- Automatic eight-speed transmission
- 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine
Watch for
- Two-seat EPA class limits passenger capacity
- 25 MPG city rating is lower than highway mileage
- EPA annual fuel cost is $2,950
- Tailpipe output is 312 grams of CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers who want a two-seat rear-wheel-drive car Highway trips where the 33 MPG estimate can help
The 2026 BMW Z4 sDrive30i is a focused two-seat choice rather than a general-purpose car. Its 28 MPG combined rating gives you a clear fuel benchmark, and the EPA's $2,950 yearly estimate sets a running-cost expectation. Rear-wheel drive and the 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder define the mechanical layout. If you regularly need more seats or spend nearly all your time in city traffic, the Z4's format and 25 MPG city figure deserve careful consideration before you choose it.
What it is
The 2026 BMW Z4 sDrive30i is a two-seater car powered by gasoline. It uses rear-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and an automatic eight-speed transmission.
Its defining EPA number is 28 MPG combined. That combines the city and highway estimates into one figure for everyday comparisons.
The numbers
EPA rates this Z4 at 25 MPG in city driving and 33 MPG on the highway. Stop-and-go trips will use more fuel than steady highway travel.
The car's tailpipe output is 312 grams of CO2 per mile.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates $2,950 in annual gasoline costs. Your actual bill will change with miles driven, fuel prices, and how much of your driving is in town or on the highway.
How it compares
Use the 28 MPG combined figure when comparing this car with other entries in the list. You can also compare it with the car list using the same combined-MPG measure.
Who it suits
This Z4 suits a buyer who wants a two-seat gasoline car and prefers rear-wheel drive. Its 33 MPG highway rating is more useful for frequent open-road trips, while the 25 MPG city figure reflects heavier urban fuel use.
Trade-offs
The two-seat layout limits how many people you can carry. Rear-wheel drive and the turbocharged engine define its setup, while the 28 MPG combined rating and $2,950 annual fuel estimate describe its operating side.
Highway mileage is 8 MPG higher than the city rating, so mostly urban driving will not match the combined figure.
Verdict
Choose the 2026 BMW Z4 sDrive30i if your priorities are two seats, rear-wheel drive, and a gasoline powertrain with a 28 MPG combined EPA rating. Budget around $2,950 a year for fuel under the EPA estimate. It makes the most sense for drivers who can live with a two-person cabin and whose trips include enough highway miles to approach its 33 MPG highway figure.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 28 MPG
- City MPG
- 25 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 33 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,950
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 312 g per mile
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Two Seaters
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic (S8)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
How many seats does the 2026 BMW Z4 sDrive30i have?
It is classified by the EPA as a Two Seaters car.
What is the Z4 sDrive30i's combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 28 MPG.
What are its city and highway MPG figures?
It is rated at 25 MPG city and 33 MPG highway.
How much fuel does the EPA estimate it costs each year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $2,950.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an automatic eight-speed transmission.
Is the 2026 Z4 sDrive30i front-wheel drive?
No. Its drivetrain is rear-wheel drive.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it produce?
The EPA figure is 312 grams of CO2 per mile.
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