BMW 130i (E87)
BMW 1 series 2004 3.0 petrol description
Hatchback BMW 130i has been produced from March, 2006 to March, 2007. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 265 horsepower on 6600 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 1 sērija 2004 - 2007 version and torque 315 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. 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
This BMW 1 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW 130i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 130i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 130i fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100km (10.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 14 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 53 litres or 14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 11 litres per 100 km, which is 17% 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 five stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 1 series got one star.
BMW 130i technical data
| Model: | BMW 130i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2006. March ... 2007. March | ||
| Engine: | 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 226 g/km |
| Power: | 265 HP ON 6600 RPM | Torque: | 315 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 (combined) 14.0 (urban) 6.8 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 11 l/100km (21.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 litres (14 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.23m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 330 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1150 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1890 kg | ||
BMW 130i engine N52B30
Engine reliability:
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 | 2996 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 85 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 88 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.7 : 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 |
| Timing chain change interval | 120,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW 130i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 8.4 litres (8.9 quarts) |
| Power | 218 - 272 HP ON 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 - 315 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2004 |
| Duration of production | 7 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija and 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 116i Sep 2004 — Mar 2006 | 1.6 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 116i Mar 2006 — Mar 2007 | 1.6 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 118i
Jan 2005 — Mar 2006 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 118i
Mar 2006 — Mar 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 118i
Jan 2005 — Mar 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| BMW 120i | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 120i | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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BMW 118d
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 122 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 120d
Most powerfull diesel version (163 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 120d
Most powerfull diesel version (163 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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BMW 130i
Oct 2005 — Mar 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 265 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 130i
Mar 2006 — Mar 2007 Most powerfull petrol version (265 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 265 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |