BMW 118i (F20)
BMW 1 series 2015 1.5 petrol description
Hatchback BMW 118i has been produced from January, 2015 to December, 2017. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 136 horsepower on 4500 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 1250 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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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BMW 118i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 118i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 118i reported by owners in daily driving mode is 7.6 litres per 100km.
BMW 118i technical data
| Model: | BMW 118i | ||
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| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2015. January ... 2017. December | ||
| Engine: | 1499 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 136 HP ON 4500 RPM | Torque: | 220 NM ON 1250 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption: | 7.6 l/100km (30.9 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres (13.7 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.33m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 360 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1200 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1885 kg | ||
BMW 118i 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 |
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| 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 118i oil type | no data |
| Oil capacity | no data |
| Coolant capacity | 7.7 litres (8.1 quarts) |
| Power | 102 - 140 HP ON 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 - 220 NM ON 1250 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2013 |
| Duration of production | 11 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 2016 onwards. |
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| 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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| 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 |
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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 |
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| 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 |