BMW 218i (Active Tourer)
BMW 2 series 2018 1.5 petrol description
Minivan / MPV BMW 218i has been produced from January, 2018 to December, 2020. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 140 horsepower on 4500 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 1480 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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 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.
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BMW 218i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 218i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 205 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 218i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.8 litres per 100km (17.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.9 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 1040 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 218i technical data
| Model: | BMW 218i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 2018. January ... 2020. December | ||
| Engine: | 1499 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 132 g/km |
| Power: | 140 HP ON 4500 RPM | Torque: | 220 NM ON 1480 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 205 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 (combined) 7.3 (urban) 4.9 (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: | 2060 kg | ||
BMW 218i engine B38
Engine reliability:
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 218i oil type | no data |
| Oil capacity | no data |
| Power | 102 - 140 HP ON 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 - 220 NM ON 1480 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2013 |
| Duration of production | 11 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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| 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 |
| BMW 218d | 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 |