BMW Z3 vs Volkswagen Cabrio
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Volkswagen Cabrio
Overview
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Volkswagen CabrioGL |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2.5i | GL |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2002 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Volkswagen CabrioGL |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31,300 | $19,600 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Volkswagen CabrioGL |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.5 gal | 13.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Volkswagen CabrioGL |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 184 hp (best) | 115 hp |
| Torque | 175 lb-ft (best) | 122 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Volkswagen CabrioGL |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 8 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 750 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,899 lbs | 2,824 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 96.3 in | 97.4 in (best) |
| Length | 159.4 in | 160.4 in (best) |
| Width | 68.5 in (best) | 66.7 in |
| Height | 50.9 in | 56 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Volkswagen CabrioGL |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW Z3 | Volkswagen Cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.5i $31,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GL $19,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 3.0i $37,700 MSRP | GL $20,475 MSRP |
| 3 | 3.0i $37,900 MSRP | GLS $20,600 MSRP |
| 4 | M $44,990 MSRP | GLS $21,475 MSRP |
| 5 | M $45,990 MSRP | GLX $22,300 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GLX $23,175 MSRP |
BMW Z3 vs Volkswagen Cabrio FAQ
- Which is better: 2002 BMW Z3 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2002 BMW Z3 vs 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2002 BMW Z3 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio starts lower at $19,600.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2002 BMW Z3 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- The 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (19,600).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2002 BMW Z3 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- The 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2002 BMW Z3 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- The 2002 BMW Z3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (315).
- Which has better seats: 2002 BMW Z3 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- The 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio leads on seats in this comparison (4).