BMW 130i (E87)

BMW 1 series 2007 3.0 petrol description

Hatchback BMW 130i has been produced from March, 2007 to January, 2011. 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 2007 - 2011 version and torque 315 Nm (Newton metres) on 2750 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 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 manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 130i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 130i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.3 litres per 100km (12 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 53 litres or 14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.6 litres per 100 km, which is 16% 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 automatic gearbox (BMW 130i AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 10.4 litres per 100 km.
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BMW 1 series 2007

BMW 130i technical data

Model: BMW 130i
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2007. March ... 2011. January 
Engine: 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 197 g/km
Power: 265 HP ON 6600 RPM Torque: 315 NM ON 2750 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.3 (combined) 12.0 (urban) 6.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.6 l/100km (24.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 53 litres (14 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: 1885 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 8.2 litres (8.7 quarts)
Power 218 - 272 HP ON 6600 RPM
Torque 270 - 315 NM ON 2750 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.

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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