BMW 118i (E87)

BMW 1 series 2004 2.0 petrol description

Hatchback BMW 118i has been produced from January, 2005 to March, 2007. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 129 horsepower on 5750 rpm and torque 180 Nm (Newton metres) on 3250 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 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This BMW 1 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.

BMW 118i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 118i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 208 km/h.

BMW 118i fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.7 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100 km, which is 29% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 1 series fuel consumption.

BMW 1 series safety

During safety testing BMW 1 series has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 1 series is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 1 series got one star.

With the same engine there are also two other BMW 1 series versions - with manual gearbox (BMW 118i MT), and with manual gearbox (BMW 118i MT) available:
  • BMW 118i MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 7.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.5 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 7.9 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 118i MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 7.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 8.4 litres per 100 km
BMW 1 series 2004

BMW 118i technical data

Model: BMW 118i
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2005. January ... 2007. March 
Engine: 1995 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 129 HP ON 5750 RPM Torque: 180 NM ON 3250 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 208 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.3 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 9.4 l/100km (25 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 50 litres (13.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.23m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Trunk capacity: 330 litres
Gross weight: 1760 kg

BMW 118i engine N46B20

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 1995 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 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.

Fuel system Injection
BMW 118i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts)
Power 129 - 150 HP ON 5750 RPM
Torque 180 - 200 NM ON 3250 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 11 years
Engine also used on BMW 3 sērija BMW X3 BMW X1 BMW Z4

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All BMW 1 series hatchback [2004 - 2007] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
BMW 116i Sep 2004 — Mar 2006 1.6 Petrol 116 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW 116i Mar 2006 — Mar 2007 1.6 Petrol 116 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 118i Jan 2005 — Mar 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 129 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW 118i Mar 2006 — Mar 2007

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 129 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 118i Jan 2005 — Mar 2007

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 129 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 120i 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 120i 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 118d

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 122 HP 5.6 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 120d

Most powerfull diesel version (163 HP)

2.0 Diesel 163 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 120d

Most powerfull diesel version (163 HP)

2.0 Diesel 163 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 130i Oct 2005 — Mar 2007

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds

3.0 Petrol 265 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 130i Mar 2006 — Mar 2007

Most powerfull petrol version (265 HP)

3.0 Petrol 265 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 1 series 2004 reviews
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