BMW 120d (E87)

BMW 1 series 2007 2.0 diesel description

Hatchback BMW 120d has been produced from March, 2007 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 177 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
The BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine because of problems with the timing  ...  This BMW 1 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.

BMW 120d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 120d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 226 km/h.

BMW 120d fuel consumption is 5.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (18.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 7.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 51 litres or 13.47 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 940 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 6.6 litres per 100 km, which is 22% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 1 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also BMW 1 series version with manual gearbox (BMW 120d MT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 4.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 6.0 litres per 100 km.
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BMW 1 series 2007

BMW 120d technical data

Model: BMW 120d
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2007. March ... 2011. January 
Engine: 1995 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 144 g/km
Power: 177 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 226 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.4 (combined) 7.2 (urban) 4.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.6 l/100km (35.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 51 litres (13.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.24m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Trunk capacity: 330 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1150 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1880 kg

BMW 120d engine N47D20

Engine reliability and common problems:

The BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100 000 km. In addition, the engine has to be removed from the car to replace the timing chain. The cause of the timing chain problem was reportedly eliminated for engines produced after 2015. Also, the crankshaft damper on this engine tends not to last very long. Cracks between the cylinders tend to appear due to overheating of the engine.
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 1995 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 16 : 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 100,000 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 Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

BMW 120d oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 7.4 litres (7.8 quarts)
Power 116 - 177 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 260 - 350 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2007
Duration of production 17 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 2010 onwards.

Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW X3 BMW X1 and 3 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 [2007 - 2011] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
BMW 116i Sep 2007 — Jan 2011 1.6 Petrol 122 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 116i Sep 2007 — Jan 2011 1.6 Petrol 122 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 1 sērija 116i Jan 2009 — Dec 2011

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 122 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 1 sērija 116i Jan 2009 — Dec 2011 2.0 Petrol 122 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 118i Mar 2007 — Jan 2011

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 143 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 118i Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 2.0 Petrol 143 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 120i Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 120i Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 1 sērija 116d Jan 2009 — Dec 2011

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 115 HP 4.4 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 118d Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 2.0 Diesel 143 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 118d Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 2.0 Diesel 143 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 120d Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 4.8 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 120d Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 123d Sep 2007 — Jan 2011

Most powerfull diesel version (204 HP)

2.0 Diesel 204 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 123d Feb 2008 — Jan 2011

Most powerfull diesel version (204 HP)

2.0 Diesel 204 HP 5.5 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 130i Mar 2007 — Jan 2011

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds

3.0 Petrol 265 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 130i Mar 2007 — Jan 2011

Most powerfull petrol version (265 HP)

3.0 Petrol 265 HP 8.3 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 1 series 2007 reviews
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