Segment:
Premium Two-Seater Sports Roadster
Target Audience:
Enthusiasts seeking a premium driving experience, style, and performance in a compact roadster
Key Competitors:
Porsche Boxster, Audi TT Roadster, Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class, Audi A5 Convertible
Body Style:
Retractable Hardtop Convertible
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive (sDrive designation)
Design Philosophy:
BMW's characteristic 'driving dynamics' combined with elegant styling and advanced technology
Primary Coverage:
Operation, maintenance, safety, and specifications for the 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive30i
Specific Systems Covered:
Instrument cluster, entertainment systems, climate controls, lighting, driver controls, locks, security, seating, safety restraints, driving information, customer assistance, cleaning, maintenance, engine compartment, engine oil, battery, fuel, air filters, accessories, service information
Estimated Pages:
Estimated 300-400 pages (typical for factory owner's manuals)
Powertrain:
Engine oil, fuel information, air filter(s), refill capacities, lubricant specifications, engine compartment overview
Chassis And Suspension:
Basic maintenance information, lubrication specifications
Electrical And Electronics:
Instrument cluster, entertainment systems, climate controls, lighting, locks, security, battery information
Safety And Restraints:
Seating, safety restraints, reporting safety defects (U.S. only)
Basic Operation:
Introduction, driver controls, driving information, climate controls, entertainment systems
Maintenance:
Cleaning, maintenance and specifications, engine oil, battery, fuel, air filters, refill capacities, lubricant specifications, service information and specifications
Troubleshooting:
Basic troubleshooting for common alerts and indicators via instrument cluster information
Customer Support:
Customer Assistance, reporting safety defects
Depth:
Comprehensive owner-level information for daily operation, routine maintenance, and basic understanding of vehicle systems. Not a repair manual.
Readability:
Requires PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader)
Device Compatibility:
Compatible with any device capable of reading PDF files (computers, tablets, smartphones)
Quality:
Digital scan of factory original manual; quality is dependent on the source scan
Binding:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper:
N/A (Digital Format)
Engine Type:
Naturally Aspirated Inline 6-Cylinder
Displacement:
2996 cc (3.0 Liters)
Bore X Stroke:
85 mm x 88 mm
Compression Ratio:
10.7:1
Valvetrain:
DOHC, 24 Valves (4 per cylinder), Double VANOS, Valvetronic
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
220 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91+ Octane Recommended)
NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not explicitly rated as a whole for this specific model year in the same way as larger vehicles. Individual component tests may exist.
Braking System:
Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
Steering:
Hydraulic Power Steering with Servotronic
Airbags:
Front airbags, side-impact airbags integrated into the seats, rollover protection system
Seat Belts:
Three-point inertia-reel seat belts with pre-tensioners and force limiters
Rollover Protection:
Automatic pop-up rollover protection system
Head Unit:
BMW iDrive system with a central display screen
Audio System:
Standard audio system, optional premium audio (e.g., Harman Kardon)
Connectivity:
Auxiliary audio input, optional USB interface, optional Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling and audio streaming
Cruise Control:
Standard cruise control
Parking Assistance:
Optional rear parking sensors (PDC)
Lighting:
Standard halogen headlights, optional Xenon Adaptive Headlights
Oil Change Interval:
Typically around 10,000-15,000 miles or 12-24 months, determined by Condition Based Service (CBS) system, indicated by the vehicle's onboard computer.
Brake Fluid Change:
Typically every 2 years
Engine Air Filter:
Check at service intervals, replace as needed based on driving conditions (e.g., dusty environments).
Cabin Air Filter:
Typically replaced annually or every 15,000 miles.
Engine Oil Type:
BMW Longlife-01 (LL-01) or BMW Longlife-04 (LL-04) approved synthetic oil, typically SAE 0W-30 or 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 6.5 liters (6.9 US quarts)
Coolant Type:
BMW Blue Antifreeze/Coolant (G48 ethylene glycol based)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 (preferably DOT 4 LV for low viscosity at low temperatures)
Transmission Fluid Manual:
Refer to manual for specific specifications, typically a synthetic manual transmission fluid
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
BMW ATF 6 (Dexron VI equivalent or specified BMW fluid)
Common Wear Items:
Suspension components (bushings, shocks), clutch wear (manual transmission), VANOS solenoids, water pump (often plastic components can degrade).
Soft Top Mechanism:
Potential for issues with the hydraulic system or seals of the retractable hardtop, though generally robust.
Oil Filter:
e.g., BMW 11 42 7 953 129 (or equivalent aftermarket)
Engine Air Filter:
e.g., BMW 13 71 7 556 960 (or equivalent aftermarket)
Heritage:
BMW has a long-standing reputation for producing sporty, driver-focused vehicles, particularly known for its roadsters like the 328 and 507, carrying this DNA into modern models.
Previous Generation:
E85/E86 (2002-2008)
New Generation Introduction:
The E89 generation was introduced for the 2009 model year, featuring a significant redesign with a retractable hardtop.
Production Location:
Leipzig, Germany
Production Years For E89:
2009-2016