Notes
The BMW Z4 E86 3.0si is a two-door roadster introduced at the New York Auto Show in April 2006, built around the concept of a "pocket Grand Tourer" by the BMW Motorsports design team led by Chris Bangle. The Z4 is more aggressive than its predecessors, with a much stiffer chassis and lighter build materials that allow this coupe to improve its racing performance. Presented in a Rear-Wheel-Drive layout, the Z4 has a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission with shift paddles mounted on the steering column, all accompanied by the 3.0si six-cylinder inline naturally-aspirated engine (265PS – 315NM) that can take this car from 0-62 MPH in just 5.2 seconds with a maximum speed of 155MPH.
The BMW Z4 E86 3.0si includes an aluminum hood, an independent McPherson coil springs anti-roll bar front suspension, and coil springs transverse arms suspension rear system. It comes with 225/45 R17 tires on the front and 225/47 R17 on the back, with a vented discs braking system on all 4-wheels. Its rated fuel consumption is 8.9 liters/100 Km. This entry-level sports car is an excellent choice for motorsports enthusiasts with a budget of around $16K, considering its attractive design, outstanding performance, good looks, and luxurious interiors.
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From 14 documented buildsTrendsBMW Z4 3.0si E86 track builds typically start with Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport or Hankook RS-4 tires, Intrax 1K2 or Dinan suspension, and Pagid RSL29 pads. Heavier builds often upgrade to Toyo R888R or RR tires, with extreme cases featuring a Toyota 2JZ engine and BorgWarner 60mm turbo.
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2 buildsLap Times
| Time | Track | Car | Mod | Driver | Tire | Lap Date | Date Added | vs Predict | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:12.5 | Nürburgring (VLN) | Race | 30 Apr, 2016 | 19 Jan, 2026 | -36.1s | +6.83% | |||
| 2:55.0 | Road America (w/o Kink) | Medium | 30 Sep, 2013 | 28 Jul, 2021 | -4.62s | +2.80% | |||
| 1:58.7 | Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) | Stock | 14 Dec, 2014 | 28 Jul, 2021 | -2.94s | +2.53% | |||
| 1:37.4 | Ahvenisto Race Circuit | Stock | 03 Aug, 2025 | 06 Aug, 2025 | -2.08s | +2.24% | |||
| 1:30.0 | New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Thunderbolt (Pre 2024)) | Heavy | 19 Mar, 2019 | 29 Jul, 2021 | -1.45s | +1.64% | |||
| 1:13.9 | New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Lightning) | Heavy | 30 Apr, 2019 | 29 Jul, 2021 | -1.11s | +1.52% | |||
| 2:00.0 | Circuit Zandvoort | Medium | 14 Jun, 2025 | 20 Aug, 2025 | -0.94s | +0.83% | |||
| 1:32.9 | New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Thunderbolt (Pre 2024)) | Heavy | 04 Nov, 2018 | 29 Jul, 2021 | -0.54s | +0.61% | |||
| 1:29.6 | Thunderhill (West) | Medium | 11 May, 2023 | 16 Jun, 2023 | -0.37s | +0.44% | |||
| 2:57.2 | Bedford Autodrome (GT Circuit) | Medium | 04 Feb, 2025 | 28 Mar, 2025 | -0.5s | +0.30% | |||
| 3:33.7 | Thunderhill (5 Mile Cyclone w/ West Bypass) | Medium | 01 Jul, 2023 | 07 Jul, 2023 | -0.46s | +0.23% | |||
| 1:03.5 | Lime Rock Park (CW) | Medium | 26 Aug, 2017 | 29 Jul, 2021 | +0.12s | -0.20% | |||
| 2:55.5 | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps | Medium | 19 Oct, 2023 | 07 May, 2024 | +0.48s | -0.29% | |||
| 47.7 | Vantaa Circuit | Stock | 05 Jul, 2025 | 05 Jul, 2025 | +0.19s | -0.42% | |||
| 1:22.0 | Anglesey Circuit-Trac Môn (Coastal CW) | Medium | 11 Jun, 2025 | 21 Jun, 2025 | +0.33s | -0.43% | |||
| 1:27.9 | Summit Point Motorsports Park (Main) | Medium | 19 Apr, 2014 | 28 Jul, 2021 | +0.72s | -0.87% | |||
| 8:19.5 | Nürburgring (Nordschleife) | Medium | 01 May, 2025 | 20 Aug, 2025 | +4.11s | -0.88% | |||
| 1:46.8 | Anglesey Circuit-Trac Môn (International GP) | Medium | 11 Jun, 2025 | 21 Jun, 2025 | +0.99s | -0.98% | |||
| 1:19.0 | New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Lightning) | Medium | 25 Aug, 2013 | 28 Jul, 2021 | +0.91s | -1.22% | |||
| 3:00.8 | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps | Medium | 13 May, 2025 | 20 Aug, 2025 | +2.19s | -1.30% | |||
| 1:46.5 | Cadwell Park Circuit | Medium | 29 Oct, 2025 | 11 Dec, 2025 | +1.38s | -1.38% | |||
| 1:36.5 | New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Thunderbolt) | Medium | 18 Jun, 2017 | 18 Jan, 2026 | +1.32s | -1.44% | |||
| 2:20.2 | Watkins Glen International (Full Circuit w/ Loop) | Medium | 22 Jun, 2014 | 28 Jul, 2021 | +3.1s | -2.34% | |||
| 1:53.8 | Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (Main Circuit with Chicane) | Medium | 23 May, 2014 | 14 Jul, 2021 | +2.73s | -2.56% | |||
| 8:33.1 | Nürburgring (Nordschleife) | Light | 20 Sep, 2015 | 28 Jul, 2021 | +12.42s | -2.61% | |||
| 3:02.3 | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps | Medium | 22 Oct, 2023 | 13 Jul, 2024 | +4.75s | -2.77% | |||
| 2:09.3 | Circuit Zandvoort | Light | 06 Jul, 2014 | 28 Jul, 2021 | +4.41s | -3.70% | |||
| 1:39.6 | Grattan Raceway | Medium | 23 Jun, 2013 | 13 Jul, 2021 | +3.79s | -4.13% | |||
| 2:52.7 | Monticello Motor Club (Full Course) | Medium | 22 Jul, 2017 | 02 Sep, 2021 | — | ||||
| 2:35.9 | Nürburgring (GP Full) | Medium | 20 Aug, 2016 | 07 Feb, 2026 | +8.18s | -5.66% | |||
| 2:23.9 | TT Circuit Assen | Medium | 11 Nov, 2023 | 14 Nov, 2023 | — | ||||
| 2:22.3 | Circuit Zolder | Medium | 16 Apr, 2025 | 20 Aug, 2025 | — | ||||
| 1:29.8 | New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Thunderbolt (Pre 2024)) | Heavy | 10 Nov, 2020 | 29 Jul, 2021 | — | — |
Top Modified Z4 3.0si E86
| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 (w/PR) | Jon Miller | Race | 330 | 140 R050 | 225/40/18 / 255/35/18 | -2.58s |
| 2007 | terryltl | — | — | — | — | -0.59s |
| 2007 (w/R888R) | dre99gsx | Heavy | 261 | 100 R888R | 225/45/17 / 255/40/17 | -0.54s |
| 2006 | MaX P | Medium | 261 | 200 Ventus RS4 | 225/45/17 | +5.05s |
| 2006 (w/AR-1) | gogaskrank | Medium | 261 | 100 AR-1 | 235/45/17 | +6.01s |
| 2006 (Damocell/NS2R) | Damocell | Medium | 261 | 200 NS2R | 225/40/18 / 255/35/18 | +6.86s |
| 2007 | 3002 tii | Medium | 260 | 100 NT01 | 255/40/17 | +7.01s |
| 2007 (Karacticus) | karacticus | Medium | 261 | 300 Pilot Super Sport | 225/45/17 | +7.25s |
| 2008 (w/F1 SuperSport) | rotary_64 | Medium | 261 | 240 Eagle F1 SuperSport | 235/40/18 | +8.13s |
| 2007 | TrackdaySpecial K | Medium | — | 200 NS2R | — | +10.89s |