BMW Z8 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 Z8Base | Volkswagen CabrioGL |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | GL |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW Z8Base | Volkswagen CabrioGL |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $131,500 | $19,600 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW Z8Base | Volkswagen CabrioGL |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 12 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 19 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 13.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW Z8Base | Volkswagen CabrioGL |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 394 hp (best) | 115 hp |
| Torque | 368 lb-ft (best) | 122 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.9 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW Z8Base | Volkswagen CabrioGL |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 5.1 cu ft | 8 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 750 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,495 lbs | 2,824 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 98.6 in (best) | 97.4 in |
| Length | 173.2 in (best) | 160.4 in |
| Width | 72 in (best) | 66.7 in |
| Height | 51.9 in | 56 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW Z8Base | 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 Z8 | Volkswagen Cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $131,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GL $19,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | GL $20,475 MSRP |
| 3 | — | GLS $20,600 MSRP |
| 4 | — | GLS $21,475 MSRP |
| 5 | — | GLX $22,300 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GLX $23,175 MSRP |
BMW Z8 vs Volkswagen Cabrio FAQ
- Which is better: 2003 BMW Z8 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2003 BMW Z8 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: 2003 BMW Z8 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio starts lower at $19,600.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2003 BMW Z8 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- The 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (19,600).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2003 BMW Z8 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- The 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2003 BMW Z8 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- The 2003 BMW Z8 leads on horsepower in this comparison (394).
- Which has better seats: 2003 BMW Z8 or 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
- The 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio leads on seats in this comparison (4).