BMW 120i (F52)
BMW 1 series 2017 2.0 petrol description
Sedan BMW 120i has been produced from January, 2017 to December, 2019. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 192 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 280 Nm (Newton metres) on 1350 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. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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 120i has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 120i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 235 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 120i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.4 litres per 100km (15.6 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
BMW 1 series safety
During safety testing BMW 1 series has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 1 series is evaluated with very good rate 83 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 87 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 1 series got 76 points from 100.
BMW 1 series safety equipment has been rated as good - 72 percents from 100.
BMW 120i technical data
| Model: | BMW 120i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2017. January ... 2019. December | ||
| Engine: | 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 192 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 280 NM ON 1350 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 235 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.4 (combined) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.46m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
BMW 120i engine B48A20M0
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 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| 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 120i oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 |
| Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
| Power | 192 HP ON 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 NM ON 1350 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2014 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW X1 BMW 2 sērija |
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 1 series sedan [2017 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 118i Jan 2017 — Dec 2019 | 1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.9 l/100km |
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BMW 120i
Most fuel efficient version |
1.5 Petrol | 140 HP | 5.4 l/100km |
| BMW 120i Jan 2017 — Dec 2019 | 2.0 Petrol | 192 HP | 6.4 l/100km |
| BMW 125i | 2.0 Petrol | 192 HP | 5.8 l/100km |
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BMW 125i
Jan 2017 — Dec 2019 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 6.4 l/100km |