BMW Z3
2000–2002 model years · Generation introduced 1996
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- Available years
- 2000–2002
- Yearly records
- 3
- Reported market values
- $5,138–$5,675
The overview
This American-built roadster debuted for 1996. The Z3's interior is cramped, and storage space is limited. Our tests showed handling to be good, but tricky at the limits until the car received stability control for 1999. Even then, the Z3's manners continued to trail those of the 3-Series BMWs. The first engine offered was a 1.9-liter Four, with 2.8- and 2.3-liter inline Sixes arriving for 1997 and 1999, respectively. In 1998, the high-performance M Coupe and M Roadster debuted, armed with more power and sportier handling. The Sixes were replaced by larger, more powerful versions in 2001.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 ↗ 2.5i convertible | $5,675 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2001 ↗ convertible | $5,500 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2000 ↗ 2.8 convertible | $5,138 | Not rated | 4/5 | Unavailable |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Manual / Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 2-seat
- Generation began
- 1996
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $5,675
- Retail value range
- $4,975 - $14,300
- Original MSRP range
- $31,300 - $45,990
- Trade-in range
- $1,780 - $10,310
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 159 in
- Width
- 69 in
- Height
- 51 in
- Wheelbase
- 96 in
- Weight
- 2,960 lb
- Maximum load
- 485 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 2 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 1+0+0
Vehicle ID: 9458 First published: June 20, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Manual / Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 2-seat
- Generation began
- 1996
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $5,500
- Retail value range
- $4,725 - $13,375
- Original MSRP range
- $31,300 - $45,990
- Trade-in range
- $1,580 - $9,385
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 159 in
- Width
- 69 in
- Wheelbase
- 96 in
- Weight
- 2,960 lb
- Maximum load
- 485 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 2 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 1+0+0
Vehicle ID: 10305 First published: June 20, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Manual / Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 2-seat
- Generation began
- 1996
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $5,138
- Retail value range
- $3,600 - $12,150
- Original MSRP range
- $31,300 - $42,700
- Trade-in range
- $875 - $8,245
Ratings
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 62%
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 159 in
- Width
- 69 in
- Wheelbase
- 96 in
- Weight
- 2,960 lb
- Maximum load
- 485 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 2 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 0 in
- Rear leg room
- 0 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 2/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 4/5
Vehicle ID: 10076 First published: June 20, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
