BMW 120i (F52)
BMW 1 series 2017 1.5 petrol description
Sedan BMW 120i is being produced from January, 2017. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 140 horsepower on 4600 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 1480 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. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand 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 120i has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
BMW 120i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 212 km/h.
BMW 120i fuel consumption is 5.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (18.5 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient BMW 1 sērija 2017 version. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.2 litres per 100 km, which is 33% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 1 series fuel consumption.
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 | ||
| Engine: | 1499 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 140 HP ON 4600 RPM | Torque: | 220 NM ON 1480 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 212 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.4 (combined) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.2 l/100km (32.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.46m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
BMW 120i 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 120i oil type | no data |
| Oil capacity | no data |
| Power | 102 - 140 HP ON 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 - 220 NM ON 1480 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. |
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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 |
|
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 |