BMW 218d (Active Tourer)

BMW 2 series 2018 2.0 diesel description

Minivan / MPV BMW 218d is being produced from January, 2018. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 210 000 to 360 000 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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A fairly reliable engine with a long service life. On the whole, the chains are more reliable  ...  This BMW 2 series 2.0 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.

BMW 218d has AWD (all wheel drive) (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears. This generation BMW features the Haldex Generation V proactive all-wheel-drive system, which sends 100% of torque to the front wheels as standard. The system analyzes data from the ABS and engine control units and can increase pressure on the multi-disc clutch for faster engagement if required. If wheel spin is detected, torque can be split equally between the axles (50%/50%).
BMW 218d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 205 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 218d in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.8 litres per 100km (20.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 5.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 51 litres or 13.47 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1060 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 6.1 litres per 100 km, which is 27% 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.

With the same engine there are also three other BMW 2 series versions - with front wheel drive and manual gearbox (BMW 218d MT), and with front wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 218d AT), and with manual gearbox (BMW 218d xDrive MT 4x4) available:
  • BMW 218d MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 4.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 5.4 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 218d AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 4.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 6.1 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 218d xDrive MT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.6 seconds faster (in 8.8 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 5.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 6.1 litres per 100 km
BMW 2 series 2018

BMW 218d technical data

Model: BMW 218d
Body style: Minivan / MPV
Production period: 2018. January
Engine: 1995 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 150 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 205 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.8 (combined) 5.4 (urban) 4.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.1 l/100km (38.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 51 litres (13.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.57m (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: 2265 kg

BMW 218d engine B47C20U1

Engine reliability and common problems:

A fairly reliable engine with a long service life. On the whole, the chains are more reliable than in the BMW N-series engines, but they also have a tendency to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs to be fuelled, serviced and oiled to a good standard, otherwise problems with the common rail system are to be expected. Problems most commonly involve the EGR valve and manifold.
Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 1995 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 16.5 : 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 Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

BMW 218d oil type 0W-30, 5W-30
Oil capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 350 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2014
Duration of production 10 years
Engine also used on BMW 1 sērija BMW X1 BMW X2

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 [2018 modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 216i 1.5 Petrol 109 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
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
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
BMW 216d

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.5 Diesel 116 HP 4.3 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
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
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
BMW 220d

Most powerfull diesel version (190 HP)

2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Front wheel
BMW 220d xDrive 4x4

Most powerfull diesel version (190 HP)

2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.7 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
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