BMW 216i (Active Tourer)
BMW 2 series 2018 1.5 petrol description
Minivan / MPV BMW 216i is being produced from January, 2018. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 109 horsepower on 4100 rpm and torque 190 Nm (Newton metres) on 1350 revolutions per minute.
This 3-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Continental turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
The B38 1.5-liter three-cylinder petrol engine, introduced in 2013, was designed with a focus on fuel efficiency and low emissions to meet modern environmental standards. ...
BMW 216i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 216i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 216i fuel consumption is 5.8 litres per 100km (17.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 51 litres or 13.47 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.4 litres per 100 km, which is 28% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 2 series fuel consumption.
BMW 2 series safety
During safety testing BMW 2 series has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 2 series is evaluated with outstanding rate 94 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 87 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 2 series got 76 points from 100.
BMW 2 series safety equipment has been rated as good - 72 percents from 100.
BMW 216i technical data
| Model: | BMW 216i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 2018. January | ||
| Engine: | 1499 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 132 g/km |
| Power: | 109 HP ON 4100 RPM | Torque: | 190 NM ON 1350 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 190 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 (combined) 7.0 (urban) 5.0 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.4 l/100km (31.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres (13.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.35m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.56m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 165 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 645 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1905 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2055 kg | ||
BMW 216i engine B38
Engine reliability and common problems:
The B38 1.5-liter three-cylinder petrol engine, introduced in 2013, was designed with a focus on fuel efficiency and low emissions to meet modern environmental standards. While it received generally positive feedback, it isn’t without issues.Common problems include rapid wear of the timing chain, injection system malfunctions, and occasional short circuits in the wiring harness. Overheating has also been reported, and in some cases, it leads to serious engine damage. BMW has addressed many of these issues in later production versions, improving reliability over time.
A known structural weakness is the turbine housing, which is made of aluminum and integrated with the exhaust manifold. Subject to high thermal loads, it can develop cracks that result in coolant leaks.
As with most direct injection engines, carbon buildup on intake valves is a typical issue. This leads to rough idle and unstable performance, often described as “fluctuating revs.”
Other weak points include the relatively short-lived catalytic converter and the EVAP purge valve. At higher mileage, failures in the VANOS and Valvetronic systems also become more common.
Despite its compact size and three-cylinder layout, the B38 responds well to chip tuning. With a proper remap, output can be increased from the stock 136 hp to over 170 hp, and torque from 220 Nm to more than 280 Nm, significantly enhancing the car’s performance.
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 1499 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 3 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 94.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 : 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 216i oil type | no data |
| Oil capacity | no data |
| Power | 102 - 140 HP ON 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 - 220 NM ON 1350 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2013 |
| Duration of production | 12 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 3 sērija BMW 1 sērija BMW X1 BMW 4 sērija and 2 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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All BMW 2 series minivan [2018 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 216i | 1.5 Petrol | 109 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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BMW 225xe iPerformance 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | 2.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 218i Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 1.5 Petrol | 140 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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BMW 218i
Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.5 Petrol | 140 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
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BMW 216d
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 116 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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BMW 216d
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 116 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| BMW 220i | 2.0 Petrol | 178 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| BMW 220i Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 192 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Front wheel |
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BMW 225i xDrive 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW 218d
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| BMW 218d | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Front wheel |
| BMW 218d xDrive 4x4 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 218d 4x4 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW 220d
Most powerfull diesel version (190 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Front wheel |
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BMW 220d xDrive 4x4
Most powerfull diesel version (190 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |