BMW 125i (F20)
BMW 1 series 2017 2.0 petrol description
Hatchback BMW 125i has been produced from January, 2017 to January, 2019. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 252 horsepower on 5200 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 1400 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 MHI TD04LR6W turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 200 000 to 340 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 1 series 2.0 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 and oil capacity is 5.3 litres.
BMW 125i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 125i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 243 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 125i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.7 litres per 100km (17.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 7.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 8.3 litres per 100 km, which is 46% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 1 series fuel consumption.

BMW 125i technical data
Model: | BMW 125i | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2017. January ... 2019. January | ||
Engine: | 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 130 g/km |
Power: | 252 HP ON 5200 RPM | Torque: | 350 NM ON 1400 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 243 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.7 (combined) 7.2 (urban) 4.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km (28.3 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: | 1965 kg |
BMW 125i engine B48B20O0
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 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 | 1998 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 94.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.2 : 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 125i oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 |
Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 8.1 litres (8.6 quarts) |
Power | 252 HP ON 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 NM ON 1400 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2014 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW X3 BMW 2 sērija and 3 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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1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 118i
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1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 116d
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1.5 Diesel | 116 HP | 3.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 116d
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1.5 Diesel | 116 HP | 3.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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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 |
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