BMW 316i (E90)

BMW 3 series 2008 1.6 petrol description

Sedan BMW 316i has been produced from September, 2008 to January, 2012. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 122 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 210 up to 360 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This BMW 3 series 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.

BMW 316i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 316i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 207 km/h.

BMW 316i fuel consumption is 6.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (15.6 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 8.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 980 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1200 kilometers on highway.

With the same engine there is also BMW 3 series version with manual gearbox (BMW 316i MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.1 seconds faster (in 10.8 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 5.9 litres per 100 km.
BMW 3 series 1.6 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 3 series 2008

BMW 316i technical data

Model: BMW 316i
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2008. September ... 2012. January 
Engine: 1599 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 122 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 160 NM ON 4250 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 207 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.4 (combined) 8.5 (urban) 5.2 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 63 litres (16.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.53m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Trunk capacity: 460 litres
Gross weight: 1900 kg

BMW 316i engine N43B16

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1599 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 75.7 mm
Compression ratio 12 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 150,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Injection
BMW 316i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info
Power 122 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 160 NM ON 4250 RPM
Start of production (year) 2007
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2010 onwards.

Engine also used on BMW 1 sērija

All BMW 3 series sedan [2008 - 2012] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 316i

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 122 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 316i 1.6 Petrol 122 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 143 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i 2.0 Petrol 143 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318d

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 143 HP 4.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318d 2.0 Diesel 143 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 4.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d xDrive 4x4 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 320d xDrive 4x4 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 325i 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i xDrive 4x4 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 325i xDrive 4x4 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 330i 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330i 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330i xDrive 4x4 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 330i xDrive 4x4 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 335i 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 335i 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 335i xDrive 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds

3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.7 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 335i xDrive 4x4 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 325d 3.0 Diesel 197 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325d 3.0 Diesel 197 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330d 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330d 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330d xDrive 4x4 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.5 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 330d xDrive 4x4 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.8 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 335d

Most powerfull diesel version (286 HP)

3.0 Diesel 286 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
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