BMW 228i Cabrio (F22/F23)
BMW 2 series 2013 2.0 petrol description
Cabrio BMW 228i Cabrio has been produced from January, 2013 to January, 2017. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 245 horsepower on 6500 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 1250 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and MHI TD04LR6W turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 200 000 and 340 000 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
This BMW 2 series 2.0 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 and oil capacity is 5.3 litres.
BMW 228i Cabrio has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 228i Cabrio accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 228i Cabrio fuel consumption is 6.8 litres per 100km (14.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100 km, which is 35% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 2 series fuel consumption.

BMW 228i Cabrio technical data
Model: | BMW 228i Cabrio | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 2013. January ... 2017. January | ||
Engine: | 1997 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 245 HP ON 6500 RPM | Torque: | 350 NM ON 1250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 (combined) 9.1 (urban) 5.5 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres (13.7 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.43m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 280 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 335 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1975 kg |
BMW 228i Cabrio engine B48
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 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 | 1998 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
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 228i Cabrio oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 |
Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 8.1 litres (8.6 quarts) |
Power | 156 - 306 HP ON 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 - 450 NM ON 1250 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2014 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW 4 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. |
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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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |