BMW 4 series 2017 1.5 petrol description
Coupe BMW 418i has been produced from March, 2017 to January, 2020. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 136 horsepower on 4500 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 1250 revolutions per minute.
This 3-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Continental turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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The B38 1.5-liter three-cylinder petrol engine, introduced in 2013, was designed with a focus on fuel efficiency and low emissions to meet modern environmental standards. ...
BMW 418i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 418i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 212 km/h.
BMW 418i fuel consumption is 5.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (18.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1120 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
BMW 418i technical data
| Model: | BMW 418i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 2017. March ... 2020. January | ||
| Engine: | 1499 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 124 g/km |
| Power: | 136 HP ON 4500 RPM | Torque: | 220 NM ON 1250 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 212 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.3 (combined) 6.6 (urban) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.64m (length) 1.83m (width) 1.38m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 445 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1970 kg | ||
BMW 418i engine B38
Engine reliability and common problems:
The B38 1.5-liter three-cylinder petrol engine, introduced in 2013, was designed with a focus on fuel efficiency and low emissions to meet modern environmental standards. While it received generally positive feedback, it isn’t without issues.Common problems include rapid wear of the timing chain, injection system malfunctions, and occasional short circuits in the wiring harness. Overheating has also been reported, and in some cases, it leads to serious engine damage. BMW has addressed many of these issues in later production versions, improving reliability over time.
A known structural weakness is the turbine housing, which is made of aluminum and integrated with the exhaust manifold. Subject to high thermal loads, it can develop cracks that result in coolant leaks.
As with most direct injection engines, carbon buildup on intake valves is a typical issue. This leads to rough idle and unstable performance, often described as “fluctuating revs.”
Other weak points include the relatively short-lived catalytic converter and the EVAP purge valve. At higher mileage, failures in the VANOS and Valvetronic systems also become more common.
Despite its compact size and three-cylinder layout, the B38 responds well to chip tuning. With a proper remap, output can be increased from the stock 136 hp to over 170 hp, and torque from 220 Nm to more than 280 Nm, significantly enhancing the car’s performance.
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 1499 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 3 |
| 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 418i oil type | no data |
| Oil capacity | no data |
| Power | 102 - 140 HP ON 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 - 220 NM ON 1250 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2013 |
| Duration of production | 12 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 3 sērija BMW 1 sērija BMW X1 BMW 2 sērija and 2 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. |
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All BMW 4 series coupe [2017 - 2020] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 418i
Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 418i
Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 420i
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 420i
Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 420i Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 420i xDrive 4x4
Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 420i xDrive 4x4 Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 430i Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 430i Jan 2017 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 430i xDrive 4x4 Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 418d Jan 2017 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 4.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 418d Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 4.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 420d
Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 420d
Jan 2017 — Jan 2020 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.0 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 420d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2017 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 420d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2017 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 425d Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 224 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 425d Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 224 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 440i Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 3.0 Petrol | 326 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 440i Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 3.0 Petrol | 326 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 440i 4x4 | 3.0 Petrol | 326 HP | - | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 440i xDrive 4x4 Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 3.0 Petrol | 326 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 430d Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 3.0 Diesel | 258 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 430d xDrive 4x4 Mar 2017 — Jan 2020 | 3.0 Diesel | 258 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW 435d 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds |
3.0 Diesel | 313 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |