BMW 320i (Touring F31)
BMW 3 series 2015 2.0 petrol description
Estate car / wagon BMW 320i has been produced from January, 2015 to January, 2018. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 184 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 290 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 MHI TD04LR6W turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 200 000 to 340 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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 320i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 320i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 320i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.9 litres per 100km (16.9 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 3 sērija 2015 - 2018 versions, fuel consumption in city - 7.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1240 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100 km, which is 31% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.
- BMW 320i AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 5.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km
- BMW 320i xDrive MT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 6.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 8.9 litres per 100 km
- BMW 320i xDrive AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.4 seconds later (in 7.9 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 6.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km
BMW 320i technical data
| Model: | BMW 320i | ||
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| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2015. January ... 2018. January | ||
| Engine: | 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 137 g/km |
| Power: | 184 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 290 NM ON 1350 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.9 (combined) 7.8 (urban) 4.8 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.7 l/100km (30.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.63m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 495 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2105 kg | ||
BMW 320i engine B48B20M0
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 320i oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 |
| Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
| Power | 184 HP ON 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 NM ON 1350 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2014 |
| 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 2017 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW 1 sērija BMW X3 BMW 2 sērija and 3 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 3 series estate car [2015 - 2018] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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BMW 318i
Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 318i
Most fuel efficient version |
1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320i | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320i | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320i xDrive 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 320i xDrive 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 330i | 2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 330i
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 330i xDrive 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |