BMW 328i (F30)

BMW 3 series 2012 2.0 petrol description

Sedan BMW 328i has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2015. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 245 horsepower on 5000 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 twinscroll turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 190 000 to 330 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
Until 2015, engines used to have problems with the timing chain guides, which have been  ...  This BMW 3 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.

BMW 328i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 328i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 328i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.3 litres per 100km (15.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 940 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100 km, which is 41% 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 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.

With the same engine there is also BMW 3 series version with manual gearbox (BMW 328i MT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 6.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 8.7 litres per 100 km.
BMW 3 series 2.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 3 series 2012

BMW 328i technical data

Model: BMW 328i
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2012. January ... 2015. January 
Engine: 1995 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 147 g/km
Power: 245 HP ON 5000 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 1250 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.3 (combined) 8.2 (urban) 5.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.9 l/100km (26.4 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: 480 litres
Gross weight: 2005 kg

BMW 328i engine N20B20

Engine reliability and common problems:

Until 2015, engines used to have problems with the timing chain guides, which have been resolved over time. Other problems with this engine are the oil pump performance and its drive chain, as well as cracking of the oil filter housing.
Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 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 1997 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90.1 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 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 328i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 7.6 litres (8 quarts)
Power 156 - 245 HP ON 5000 RPM
Torque 240 - 350 NM ON 1250 RPM
Start of production (year) 2011
Duration of production 7 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 2014 onwards.

Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 1 sērija BMW X3 BMW X1 and 5 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 sedan [2012 - 2015] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 316i

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.6 Petrol 136 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 316i 1.6 Petrol 136 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320i

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 170 HP 5.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320i 4x4 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 320i 4x4 2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 328i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 328i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 328i 4x4 2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 328i 4x4 2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 316d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 2.0 Diesel 116 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 316d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 2.0 Diesel 116 HP 4.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 318d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 2.0 Diesel 143 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 2.0 Diesel 143 HP 4.5 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 318d 4x4 2.0 Diesel 143 HP 4.8 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 320d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 163 HP 4.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 163 HP 4.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 2.0 Diesel 184 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 2.0 Diesel 184 HP 4.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320d 4x4

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 184 HP 4.1 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 320d 4x4 2.0 Diesel 184 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 325d Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 2.0 Diesel 218 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 335i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 335i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 335i 4x4 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 335i 4x4 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 330d 3.0 Diesel 258 HP 4.9 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 330d 4x4 3.0 Diesel 258 HP 5.2 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 335d 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds

3.0 Diesel 313 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 3 series 2012 reviews
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