BMW 320i xDrive (F30)

BMW 3 series 2015 2.0 petrol description

Sedan BMW 320i xDrive 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 6500 rpm and torque 270 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. 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 320i xDrive has AWD (all wheel drive) (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears. BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked at most times, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At higher speeds or when parking, multi-plate clutch is disengaged and all power is transferred to the rear wheels. DSC system (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels separately to regain traction and assist in cornering.
BMW 320i xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 235 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 320i xDrive in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.8 litres per 100km (17.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1020 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1260 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100 km, which is 38% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also three other BMW 3 series versions - with rear wheel drive and manual gearbox (BMW 320i MT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 320i AT), and with manual gearbox (BMW 320i MT 4x4) available:
  • BMW 320i MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 5.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 8.3 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 320i AT
  • BMW 320i MT 4x4 users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 8.3 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 2015

BMW 320i xDrive technical data

Model: BMW 320i xDrive
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2015. January ... 2018. January 
Engine: 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 184 HP ON 6500 RPM Torque: 270 NM ON 1350 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 235 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.8 (combined) 7.6 (urban) 4.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8 l/100km (29.4 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
Ground clearance: 145 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 480 litres
Gross weight: 2105 kg

BMW 320i xDrive 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 320i xDrive oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 9.3 litres (9.8 quarts)
Power 156 - 245 HP ON 6500 RPM
Torque 240 - 350 NM ON 1350 RPM
Start of production (year) 2011
Duration of production 7 years
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 [2015 - 2018] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 318i Jan 2015 — Jan 2018

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.5 Petrol 136 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i Jan 2015 — Jan 2018

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.5 Petrol 136 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 5.8 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320i 4x4 2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 320i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 5.8 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 330i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 2.0 Petrol 249 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 330i 2.0 Petrol 252 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330i 2.0 Petrol 252 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 316d 2.0 Diesel 116 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 316d

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 116 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 318d 2.0 Diesel 150 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318d 2.0 Diesel 150 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318d 4x4 2.0 Diesel 150 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 320d

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 163 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 163 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Jan 2015 — Jan 2018

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320d 4x4 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 320d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.7 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 325d Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 218 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325d Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 218 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 325d Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 2.0 Diesel 224 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325d Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 2.0 Diesel 224 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 340i 3.0 Petrol 326 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 340i 3.0 Petrol 326 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 340i 4x4 3.0 Petrol 326 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 340i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 3.0 Petrol 326 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 330d 3.0 Diesel 258 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 330d 4x4 3.0 Diesel 258 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 335d 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds

3.0 Diesel 313 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 3 series 2015 reviews
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