BMW M 140i xDrive (F20)

BMW 1 series 2017 3.0 petrol description

Hatchback BMW M 140i xDrive has been produced from January, 2017 to January, 2019. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 340 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 1 sērija 2017 - 2019 version and torque 500 Nm (Newton metres) on 1520 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Twin-Scroll turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 210 000 to 360 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This BMW 1 series 3.0 engine oil type is 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW M 140i xDrive has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW M 140i xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW M 140i xDrive in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.4 litres per 100km (13.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100 km, which is 27% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 1 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other BMW 1 series versions - with rear wheel drive and manual gearbox (BMW M 140i MT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW M 140i AT) available:
  • BMW M 140i MT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.4 seconds later (in 4.8 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 9.6 litres per 100 km
  • BMW M 140i AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 7.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 9.4 litres per 100 km
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BMW M 140i xDrive technical data

Model: BMW M 140i xDrive
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2017. January ... 2019. January 
Engine: 2998 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 169 g/km
Power: 340 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 500 NM ON 1520 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 4.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.4 (combined) 9.8 (urban) 6.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.4 l/100km (25 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 52 litres (13.7 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.32m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.41m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.3 meters
Ground clearance: 130 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 360 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1200 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2090 kg

BMW M 140i xDrive engine B58B30M0

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 2998 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
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 M 140i xDrive oil type 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts)
Power 326 - 340 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 450 - 500 NM ON 1520 RPM
Start of production (year) 2015
Duration of production 9 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2018 onwards.

Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija and 8 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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