BMW M140i (F20)
BMW 1 series 2015 3.0 petrol description
Hatchback BMW M140i has been produced from January, 2016 to December, 2017. 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 2015 - 2017 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. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 210 000 and 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 M140i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW M140i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW M140i fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km (12.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.5 litres per 100 km, which is 22% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 1 series fuel consumption.
- BMW M140i AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 7.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 9.5 litres per 100 km
- BMW M140i AT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 4.4 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 9.5 litres per 100 km
BMW M140i technical data
| Model: | BMW M140i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2016. January ... 2017. December | ||
| Engine: | 2998 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 340 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 500 NM ON 1520 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 6.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.5 l/100km (24.8 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: | 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: | 2015 kg | ||
BMW M140i 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 M140i 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 |
| 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 [2015 - 2017] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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BMW 116i
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.5 Petrol | 109 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 118i
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 118i | 1.5 Petrol | 136 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
|
BMW 116d
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.5 Diesel | 116 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 116d
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.5 Diesel | 116 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 116d | 1.5 Diesel | 116 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 118i Jan 2015 — Jan 2017 | 1.6 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 120i Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 | 1.6 Petrol | 177 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 120i Jan 2015 — Jan 2017 | 1.6 Petrol | 177 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 120i Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 120i Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 125i
Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 125i Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 218 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 125i Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 | 2.0 Petrol | 224 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 118d | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 118d | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 118d 4x4 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 120d | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 120d | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 120d 4x4 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW 125d
Most powerfull diesel version (224 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 224 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW M135i | 3.0 Petrol | 326 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW M135i Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 | 3.0 Petrol | 326 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW M 135i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2017 | 3.0 Petrol | 326 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW M140i Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 | 3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW M140i Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 | 3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW M140i 4x4
Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |