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2012-2016 BMW Z4 MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 19–27 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 two-seater configurations, MY2016. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2012-2016 BMW Z4 at a glance
The 2012-2016 BMW Z4 covers 5 model years in the EPA database (23 configurations in all), rated 19–27 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2016, costs about $3,070 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD (26 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. The best combined rating in the generation, 27 MPG, was reached in 2012.
2012-2016 BMW Z4 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Gas | 19–26 MPG | $3,070–$4,120 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 19–26 MPG | $3,070–$4,120 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 19–26 MPG | $3,080–$4,120 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 19–26 MPG | $3,080–$4,150 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 19–27 MPG | $3,010–$4,150 | First year |
What the 2016 sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs to drive
Per month
$256
$3,070 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.12
Per 100 miles
$20.47
Five years
$15,350
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the two-seater median
$1,050less a year
Class median $4,120 a year, MY2016
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2016 BMW Z4 MPG
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,070.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 33 | 26 | $3,070 |
| sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $3,130 |
| sDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,120 |
| sDrive35is | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,120 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 BMW Z4 MPG
19–26 MPG · $3,070–$4,120/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,080 to $3,070, $10 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 33 | 26 | $3,070 |
| sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $3,130 |
| sDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,120 |
| sDrive35is | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,120 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 BMW Z4 MPG
19–26 MPG · $3,080–$4,120/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,080.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 33 | 26 | $3,080 |
| sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $3,130 |
| sDrive35i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,780 |
| sDrive35i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,120 |
| sDrive35is | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,120 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 BMW Z4 MPG
19–26 MPG · $3,080–$4,150/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration moves from 27 to 26 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,010 to $3,080, $70 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 33 | 26 | $3,080 |
| sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic 8-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $3,130 |
| sDrive35i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,780 |
| sDrive35i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,150 |
| sDrive35is | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,150 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 BMW Z4 MPG
19–27 MPG · $3,010–$4,150/yr
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 23 | 34 | 27 | $3,010 |
| sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic 8-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $3,130 |
| sDrive35i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,780 |
| sDrive35i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,150 |
| sDrive35is | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,150 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD: $3,670 in California and $2,670 in Texas, a $1,000 difference.
- California $3,670
- Washington $3,450
- New York $3,040
- Florida $2,810
- Texas $2,670
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Closest combined MPG among MY2016 two-seater models.
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Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2012-2016 BMW Z4 get?
EPA rates the 2012-2016 BMW Z4 at 19–27 MPG combined across 23 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2012 sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 27 MPG (23 city, 34 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2012-2016 BMW Z4?
The sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 27 MPG, in 2012. The lowest top rating, 26 MPG, was in 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2012-2016 BMW Z4?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016.
How does the 2012-2016 BMW Z4 compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2009-2011 BMW Z4) is rated 19–22 MPG combined and costs $3,650–$4,160 a year to fuel; the 2012-2016 model is rated 19–27 MPG and costs $3,010–$4,150 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 BMW Z4 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $3,070 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $3,070–$4,120 a year. That is a $1,050 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2016 BMW Z4 100 miles?
About $20.47 per 100 miles for the sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $20.47 and $27.47 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2016 BMW Z4 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD is rated 22 city and 33 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 11 MPG.
How does the 2016 BMW Z4 compare with other two-seater configurations?
The sDrive28i 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $3,070 a year to fuel, $1,050 less than the class median of $4,120, and less than 9 of 10 two-seater configurations. The comparison covers all 87 rated two-seater configurations for MY2016, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2016 BMW Z4 different from the 2015 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,070. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2016 against 4 configurations for 2015. See the 2015 BMW Z4 for that year.