BMW 116i (F20)

BMW 1 series 2017 1.5 petrol description

Hatchback BMW 116i has been produced from January, 2017 to January, 2019. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 109 horsepower on 4250 rpm and torque 180 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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 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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BMW 116i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 116i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 116i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5 litres per 100km (20 km/l), city fuel economy - 6.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1040 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1220 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.5 litres per 100 km, which is 50% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 1 series fuel consumption.

BMW 1 series 2017

BMW 116i technical data

Model: BMW 116i
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2017. January ... 2019. January 
Engine: 1499 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders CO2 emissions: 116 g/km
Power: 109 HP ON 4250 RPM Torque: 180 NM ON 1250 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 195 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.0 (combined) 6.3 (urban) 4.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.5 l/100km (31.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 52 litres (13.7 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.33m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Ground clearance: 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 360 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1200 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1870 kg

BMW 116i engine B38

Engine reliability:

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 116i oil type no data
Oil capacity no data
Coolant capacity 7.7 litres (8.1 quarts)
Power 102 - 140 HP ON 4250 RPM
Torque 180 - 220 NM ON 1250 RPM
Start of production (year) 2013
Duration of production 11 years
Engine also used on BMW 3 sērija BMW X1 BMW 2 sērija BMW 4 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.

All BMW 1 series hatchback [2017 - 2019] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 116i 1.5 Petrol 109 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 118i

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.5 Petrol 136 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 118i

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.5 Petrol 136 HP 4.8 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 116d

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.5 Diesel 116 HP 3.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 116d

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.5 Diesel 116 HP 3.6 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 120i 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 120i 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 5.5 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 125i 2.0 Petrol 224 HP 5.7 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 118d 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 4.0 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 118d 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 3.8 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 118d xDrive 4x4 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 4.3 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 120d 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 120d 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 3.9 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 120d xDrive 4x4 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.3 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 125d

Most powerfull diesel version (224 HP)

2.0 Diesel 224 HP 4.3 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW M 140i 3.0 Petrol 340 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW M 140i 3.0 Petrol 340 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW M 140i xDrive 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds

3.0 Petrol 340 HP 7.4 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 1 series 2017 reviews
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