BMW 316i (E90)

BMW 3 series 2005 1.6 petrol description

Sedan BMW 316i has been produced from February, 2008 to September, 2008. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 122 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 210 000 and 360 000 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 manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 316i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 316i fuel consumption is 5.9 litres per 100km (16.9 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1060 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.1 litres per 100 km, which is 20% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.

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 five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got one star.

BMW 3 series 1.6 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 3 series 2005

BMW 316i technical data

Model: BMW 316i
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2008. February ... 2008. September 
Engine: 1599 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 142 g/km
Power: 122 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 160 NM ON 4250 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 210 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.9 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 7.1 l/100km (33.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 63 litres (16.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.52m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 460 litres
Gross weight: 1880 kg

BMW 316i engine N43B16

Engine reliability:

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 1599 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 75.7 mm
Compression ratio 12 : 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 150,000 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
Power 122 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 160 NM ON 4250 RPM
Start of production (year) 2007
Duration of production 6 years
Engine also used on BMW 1 sērija

All BMW 3 series sedan [2005 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 316i Feb 2008 — Sep 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 122 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.0 Petrol 129 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.0 Petrol 129 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 143 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.0 Petrol 143 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320si Mar 2006 — Sep 2006 2.0 Petrol 173 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318d Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.0 Diesel 122 HP 5.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318d Sep 2007 — Sep 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 143 HP 4.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 2.0 Diesel 163 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 2.0 Diesel 163 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Sep 2007 — Sep 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 177 HP 4.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325xi 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 325xi 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 325xi 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 325xi 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 330i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330xi 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 330xi 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 330i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330xi 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 330xi 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 335i Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 335i Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.6 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 335xi 4x4 Mar 2007 — Sep 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds

3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.7 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 335xi 4x4 Mar 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 325d Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 197 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325d Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 197 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330d Sep 2005 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 6.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330d Sep 2005 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 7.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330xd 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 330xd 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 335d Sep 2006 — Sep 2008

Most powerfull diesel version (286 HP)

3.0 Diesel 286 HP 6.0 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
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