05/08/2008 08:20. Horsepower/Torque: 330 hp/262 lb.-ft.

Wheelbase: 98.2 in.

Length x Width x Height: 161.1 x 70.1 x 51.1 in.

Cargo volume: 11.6 cu. ft.

Economy: 15 mpg city/22 mpg highway/16.8mpg test

Fuel capacity: 18.0 gal.

Price: $62,150 (includes $775 destination charge, $1,000 gas guzzler tax and $9,050 in options)

The Bottom Line Despite its less-than-ideal looks, the BMW M Roadster is a formidable sports car with performance and handling to compete with any other front-engined sports car on the road. Its also comfortable for everyday driving and, despite a gas guzzler tax, is relatively economical.

I have never been a fan of the BMW Z-Series looks. To my eye, the hood is too long and the rear deck to truncated. But, there are a lot of these cars on the road, so that may indicate that... // Autochannel