BMW M235i (F22/F23)
BMW 2 series 2013 3.0 petrol description
Cabrio BMW M235i has been produced from January, 2015 to December, 2016. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 326 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 450 Nm (Newton metres) on 1300 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and twinscroll turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 410 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
Using poor quality oil on this engine will quickly lead to soot build-up, resulting in damage ...
This BMW 2 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW M235i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW M235i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW M235i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.9 litres per 100km (12.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 10 litres per 100 km, which is 27% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 2 series fuel consumption.
BMW M235i technical data
| Model: | BMW M235i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2015. January ... 2016. December | ||
| Engine: | 2979 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 326 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 450 NM ON 1300 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 (combined) 10.7 (urban) 6.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10 l/100km (23.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres (13.7 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.45m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.40m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 280 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 335 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2050 kg | ||
BMW M235i engine N55B30 O0
Engine reliability and common problems:
Using poor quality oil on this engine will quickly lead to soot build-up, resulting in damage to the hydrocompensators, Vanos and Valvetronic systems.Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 | 2979 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 89.6 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. More service info |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW M235i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 10 litres (10.6 quarts) |
| Power | 320 - 326 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 NM ON 1300 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2009 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 7 sērija BMW 1 sērija BMW 6 sērija |
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 2 series cabrio [2013 - 2017] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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BMW 218i
Jan 2015 — Dec 2017 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 218i Jan 2015 — Dec 2017 | 1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 220i Cabrio Jan 2013 — Jan 2017 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 220i Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 220i Cabrio
Jan 2013 — Jan 2017 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 220i Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 228i Cabrio Jan 2013 — Jan 2017 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 228i Cabrio Jan 2013 — Jan 2017 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 220d Cabrio
Jan 2013 — Jan 2017 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 220d Cabrio
Jan 2013 — Jan 2017 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW M235i Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 | 3.0 Petrol | 326 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW M235i Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 | 3.0 Petrol | 326 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW M240i Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 | 3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW M240i Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 | 3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW M240i 4x4
Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |