BMW 318i (Touring G21)
BMW 3 series 2018 2.0 petrol description
Estate car / wagon BMW 318i is being produced from January, 2018. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 156 horsepower on 4500 rpm and torque 250 Nm (Newton metres) on 1300 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. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 3 series 2.0 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 and oil capacity is 5.3 litres.
BMW 318i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 318i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 220 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 318i 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 97 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 87 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got 87 points from 100.
BMW 3 series safety equipment has been rated as good - 76 percents from 100.
BMW 318i technical data
| Model: | BMW 318i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2018. January | ||
| Engine: | 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 156 HP ON 4500 RPM | Torque: | 250 NM ON 1300 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 220 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption: | 7.4 l/100km (31.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres (15.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.71m (length) 1.83m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 141 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1510 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2135 kg | ||
BMW 318i engine B48B20U1
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 318i oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 |
| Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 9.8 litres (10.4 quarts) |
| Power | 156 HP ON 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 NM ON 1300 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2014 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
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All BMW 3 series estate car [2018 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 318i
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 156 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320i | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
|
BMW 330i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 330i xDrive 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
|
BMW 318d
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 318d | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320d | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
|
BMW 320d
Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 320e | 2.0 Hybrid | 113 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 330e | 2.0 Hybrid | 113 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320e 4x4 | 2.0 Hybrid | 113 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 330e 4x4 | 2.0 Hybrid | 113 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
|
BMW M340i 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 374 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW 330d
Jan 2019 — Dec 2020 Most powerfull diesel version (265 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 265 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 330d xDrive 4x4
Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 Most powerfull diesel version (265 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 265 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |