BMW 116i (F40)

BMW 1 series 2019 1.5 petrol description

Hatchback BMW 116i is being produced from January, 2019. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 109 horsepower on 4300 rpm and torque 190 Nm (Newton metres) on 1380 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 116i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 116i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 116i reported by owners in daily driving mode is 6.7 litres per 100km.

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.

With the same engine there is also BMW 1 series version with automatic gearbox (BMW 116i AT) available
BMW 1 series 2019

BMW 116i technical data

Model: BMW 116i
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2019. January
Engine: 1499 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 109 HP ON 4300 RPM Torque: 190 NM ON 1380 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 200 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.6 seconds
Fuel consumption: 6.7 l/100km (35.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 42 litres (11.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.32m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters
Ground clearance: 153 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 380 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1200 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1850 kg

BMW 116i 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 116i oil type no data
Oil capacity no data
Power 102 - 140 HP ON 4300 RPM
Torque 180 - 220 NM ON 1380 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.

All BMW 1 series hatchback [2019 modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 116i 1.5 Petrol 109 HP - Manual (6) Front wheel
BMW 116i 1.5 Petrol 109 HP - Automatic (7) Front wheel
BMW 118i Jan 2019 — Dec 2020

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.5 Petrol 140 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
BMW 118i Jan 2019 — Dec 2020

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.5 Petrol 140 HP 5.7 l/100km Automatic (7) Front wheel
BMW 116d

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.5 Diesel 116 HP 4.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
BMW 116d

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.5 Diesel 116 HP 4.2 l/100km Automatic (7) Front wheel
BMW 120i 2.0 Petrol 178 HP - Automatic (7) Front wheel
BMW 128ti 2.0 Petrol 265 HP - Automatic (8) Front wheel
BMW M135i xDrive 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds

2.0 Petrol 306 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 118d 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 4.4 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
BMW 118d 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 4.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Front wheel
BMW 120d

Most powerfull diesel version (190 HP)

2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Automatic (8) Front wheel
BMW 120d xDrive 4x4

Most powerfull diesel version (190 HP)

2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.7 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 1 series 2019 reviews
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