BMW X3 2014 20i xDrive (F25)

BMW X3 2014 2.0 petrol description

Crossover / SUV BMW X3 2014 20i xDrive has been produced from January, 2014 to January, 2017. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 184 horsepower on 6250 rpm and torque 270 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. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 190 up to 330 thousand 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 X3 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.

BMW X3 2014 20i xDrive has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW X3 2014 20i xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.

BMW X3 2014 20i xDrive fuel consumption is 7.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 67 litres or 17.7 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1080 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 10 litres per 100 km, which is 39% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW X3 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other BMW X3 versions - with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW X3 2014 2.0 20i sDrive AT), and with manual gearbox (BMW X3 2014 2.0 20i xDrive MT 4x4) available:
  • BMW X3 2014 2.0 20i sDrive AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 7.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 9.7 litres per 100 km
  • BMW X3 2014 2.0 20i xDrive MT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 7.7 litres per 100 km
BMW X3 2.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW X3 2014

BMW X3 2014 20i xDrive technical data

Model: BMW X3 20i xDrive
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2014. January ... 2017. January 
Engine: 1997 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 184 HP ON 6250 RPM Torque: 270 NM ON 1250 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 210 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.2 (combined) 9.0 (urban) 6.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10 l/100km (23.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 67 litres (17.7 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.66m (length) 1.88m (width) 1.66m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters
Ground clearance: 204 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 550 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1600 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2325 kg

BMW X3 2014 20i 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 X3 2014 20i xDrive oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 156 - 245 HP ON 6250 RPM
Torque 240 - 350 NM ON 1250 RPM
Start of production (year) 2011
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW 1 sērija 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 X3 crossover [2014 - 2017] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW X3 2014 2.0 20i sDrive

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 184 HP 7.0 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW X3 2014 2.0 20i xDrive 4x4 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW X3 2014 2.0 20i xDrive 4x4 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW X3 2014 2.0 28i xDrive 4x4 2.0 Petrol 245 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW X3 2014 2.0 18d sDrive

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 150 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW X3 2014 2.0 18d sDrive 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 5.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW X3 2014 2.0 20d xDrive 4x4 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW X3 2014 2.0 20d xDrive 4x4 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 5.2 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW X3 2014 3.0 35i xDrive 4x4

Most powerfull petrol version (306 HP)

3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.3 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW X3 2014 3.0 30d xDrive 4x4 3.0 Diesel 258 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW X3 2014 3.0 35d xDrive 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds

3.0 Diesel 313 HP 6.0 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW X3 2014 reviews
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