BMW M135i (F20)
BMW 1 series 2011 3.0 petrol description
Hatchback BMW M135i has been produced from January, 2012 to December, 2015. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 320 horsepower on 5800 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 1 sērija 2011 - 2015 version and torque 450 Nm (Newton metres) on 1250 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 twinscroll turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 410 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
Using poor quality oil on this engine will quickly lead to soot build-up, resulting in damage ...
This BMW 1 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW M135i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW M135i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW M135i fuel consumption is 7.5 litres per 100km (13.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 10 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 outstanding rate 91 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 83 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 1 series got 63 points from 100.
BMW 1 series safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.
- BMW M135i MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 9.8 litres per 100 km
- BMW M135i AT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 10.0 litres per 100 km
BMW M135i technical data
| Model: | BMW M135i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January ... 2015. December | ||
| Engine: | 2979 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 320 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 450 NM ON 1250 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 (combined) 10.3 (urban) 5.8 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10 l/100km (23.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres (13.7 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.32m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 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: | 1975 kg | ||
BMW M135i engine N55B30 O0
Engine reliability and common problems:
Using poor quality oil on this engine will quickly lead to soot build-up, resulting in damage to the hydrocompensators, Vanos and Valvetronic systems.Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 | 2979 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 89.6 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. More service info |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW M135i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 10 litres (10.6 quarts) |
| Power | 320 - 326 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 NM ON 1250 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2009 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 7 sērija BMW 6 sērija 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. |
All BMW 1 series hatchback [2011 - 2015] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 114i
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
|
BMW 116i
Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 116i Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 1.6 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 118i Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 1.6 Petrol | 170 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 118i Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 1.6 Petrol | 170 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 114d Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 | 1.6 Diesel | 95 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
|
BMW 116d
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 116 HP | 3.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 125i Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 125i Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 116d Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 116 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 116d Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 116 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 118d Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 118d Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 118d 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | - | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 120d | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 120d Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 120d 4x4 Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | - | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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BMW 125d
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 Most powerfull diesel version (218 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 125d
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 Most powerfull diesel version (218 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW M135i Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 | 3.0 Petrol | 320 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW M135i Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 | 3.0 Petrol | 320 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW M135i 4x4
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 320 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |