BMW 316i (Touring F31)
BMW 3 series 2012 1.6 petrol description
Estate car / wagon BMW 316i has been produced from January, 2013 to December, 2015. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 136 horsepower on 4350 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 1350 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 twinscroll turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 200 up to 340 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 3 series 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.
BMW 316i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 316i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 316i reported by owners in daily driving mode is 7.4 litres per 100km.
BMW 3 series safety
During safety testing BMW 3 series has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 3 series is evaluated with outstanding rate 95 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 84 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got 78 points from 100.
BMW 3 series safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.
BMW 316i technical data
| Model: | BMW 316i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2013. January ... 2015. December | ||
| Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 136 HP ON 4350 RPM | Torque: | 220 NM ON 1350 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption: | 7.4 l/100km (31.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.62m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 495 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1500 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2020 kg | ||
BMW 316i engine N13B16 U0
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 | 1598 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 77 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 85.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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. More service info |
| Timing chain change interval | 100,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW 316i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 6.7 litres (7.1 quarts) |
| Power | 136 HP ON 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 220 NM ON 1350 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2011 |
| Duration of production | 5 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 1 sērija |
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All BMW 3 series estate car [2012 - 2015] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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BMW 316i
Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 136 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 316i Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 1.6 Petrol | 136 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320i | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320i | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320i 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 320i 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 328i Touring Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 328i Touring
Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 328i 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 328i 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 316d | 2.0 Diesel | 116 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 316d | 2.0 Diesel | 116 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 318d | 2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 318d | 2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 318d 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | - | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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BMW 320d
Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 320d
Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320d Touring Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320d Touring Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320d 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | - | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 320d 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 325d Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 335i Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 335i Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 335i 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 330d Touring Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 | 3.0 Diesel | 258 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 330d 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 3.0 Diesel | 258 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW 335d 4x4
Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds |
3.0 Diesel | 313 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |