E85/E86 · 2003–2005

BMW Z4 2.2i E85/E86 · 170 hp (2003 to 2005)

The BMW Z4 2.2i of the E85/E86 generation uses the M54B22 petrol engine with 170 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
170 PS / 125 kW
Displacement
2 171 cm³
Cylinders
6
Engine code
M54B22
Period covered
2003–2005
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 5 speeds
  • Automatic · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

170 hp (125 kW), rear-wheel drive, 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic. Built from 2003 to 2005.

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In the range

It sits between the 2.0i (150 hp) and the 2.5i (177 hp). The M54B22 engine is also fitted to: BMW Z3 (E36/7 – E36/8).

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Per CBS, at the latest 24 months

24 months

Due date calculated by the car from use. BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the engine.

Source [1]

Pads and discs

Per wear sensors

Front and rear tracked separately by CBS.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Every 24 months

24 months

Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the BMW Z4 2.2i E85/E86?

The M54B22 petrol engine (2 171 cc), 170 hp (125 kW).

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Which oil for the BMW Z4 2.2i?

A BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the M54B22 engine.

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Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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