BMW 216i (Active Tourer F45)

BMW 2 series 2014 1.5 petrol description

Minivan / MPV BMW 216i has been produced from January, 2015 to December, 2018. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 102 horsepower on 4100 rpm and torque 180 Nm (Newton metres) on 1200 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. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand 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 216i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 216i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 185 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 216i reported by owners in daily driving mode is 6.8 litres per 100km.

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 very good rate 84 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 85 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 2 series got 60 points from 100.
BMW 2 series safety equipment has been rated as average - 70 percents from 100.

BMW 2 series 2014

BMW 216i technical data

Model: BMW 216i
Body style: Minivan / MPV
Production period: 2015. January ... 2018. December 
Engine: 1499 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 102 HP ON 4100 RPM Torque: 180 NM ON 1200 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 185 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.9 seconds
Fuel consumption: 6.8 l/100km (34.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 51 litres (13.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.56m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.61m (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: 2040 kg

BMW 216i 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 216i oil type no data
Oil capacity no data
Power 102 - 140 HP ON 4100 RPM
Torque 180 - 220 NM ON 1200 RPM
Start of production (year) 2013
Duration of production 11 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2016 onwards.

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.

All BMW 2 series minivan [2014 - 2018] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 216i Jan 2015 — Dec 2018

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.5 Petrol 102 HP - Manual (6) Front wheel
BMW 218i Jan 2014 — Jan 2018

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.5 Petrol 136 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
BMW 218i Jan 2014 — Jan 2018 1.5 Petrol 136 HP 5.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
BMW 214d Jan 2015 — Dec 2016

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.5 Diesel 95 HP - Manual (6) Front wheel
BMW 216d Jan 2015 — Dec 2018

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.5 Diesel 116 HP - Manual (6) Front wheel
BMW 216d Jan 2015 — Dec 2018 1.5 Diesel 116 HP - Automatic (6) Front wheel
BMW 220i Jan 2015 — Dec 2018 2.0 Petrol 192 HP - Manual (6) Front wheel
BMW 220i Jan 2015 — Dec 2018 2.0 Petrol 192 HP - Automatic (8) Front wheel
BMW 225i Jan 2014 — Jan 2018

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds

2.0 Petrol 231 HP 6.0 l/100km Automatic (8) Front wheel
BMW 218d Jan 2014 — Jan 2018 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 4.1 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
BMW 218d Jan 2014 — Jan 2018 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 4.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Front wheel
BMW 218d 4x4 Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 2.0 Diesel 150 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 218d 4x4 Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 2.0 Diesel 150 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 220d Jan 2015 — Dec 2018 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Manual (6) Front wheel
BMW 220d Jan 2015 — Dec 2018 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Automatic (8) Front wheel
BMW 220d 4x4 Jan 2015 — Dec 2018 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
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