BMW 230i (F22/F23)
BMW 2 series 2017 2.0 petrol description
Coupe BMW 230i has been produced from January, 2017 to December, 2021. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 252 horsepower on 5200 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 1450 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 and MHI TD04LR6W turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 200 000 to 340 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 2 series 2.0 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 and oil capacity is 5.3 litres.
BMW 230i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 230i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 230i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.7 litres per 100km (17.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1080 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100 km, which is 44% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 2 series fuel consumption.

BMW 230i technical data
Model: | BMW 230i | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 2017. January ... 2021. December | ||
Engine: | 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 131 g/km |
Power: | 252 HP ON 5200 RPM | Torque: | 350 NM ON 1450 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.7 (combined) 7.3 (urban) 4.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.2 l/100km (28.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres (13.7 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.43m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 390 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1935 kg |
BMW 230i engine B48B20O0
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 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 | 1998 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 94.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.2 : 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 230i oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 |
Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 8.1 litres (8.6 quarts) |
Power | 252 HP ON 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 NM ON 1450 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2014 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW 1 sērija BMW X3 and 3 other models |
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. |
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Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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BMW 218i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 218i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 220i | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 230i | 2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 218d Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 4.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 218d
Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 3.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 220d
Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 220d Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.0 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 220d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW 225d
Most powerfull diesel version (224 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 224 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW M 240i | 3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW M 240i | 3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW M 240i xDrive 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |